Employee Relations Lead

**Work type**
- Permanent Full Time**Location**
- Dandenong**Department**
- Corporate Development**Employee Relations Lead**

**Salary: $**127,218** - $142,561 per annum (plus super)**

**Permanent Full Time**

**About Us**

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.

**About the Role**

A great opportunity now exists for an Employee Relations specialist to join the team as the **Employee Relations Lead** within the **City of Greater Dandenong.**

The **Employee Relations Lead** is an important role, reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, delivering expert support, advice and solutions to achieve successful outcomes for the organisation.

**About You**

**To be successful in this role you will have**:

- A deep understanding of the employment legislation framework and advocacy experience in various industrial tribunals and/or the Fair Work Commission.
- A proven track record in complex case management and mentoring other P&C Team members in the management and resolution of various cases.
- Experience in the negotiation of Enterprise Agreements from preparation right through to implementation.
- Extensive experience in the development and review of various best practice policies and procedures.
- Proven experience in managing various change initiatives (including organisational restructures)
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

**Relevant skills, knowledge and experience should include**:

- A willingness and ability to mentor, coach and develop members of the P&C Team and broader organistion in the management and progression of various employment related matters.
- Proven high level conflict resolution, negotiation, and problem solving-skills within an Industrial/Employee Relations context.
- Demonstrated success in the development of an ER strategy and framework that promotes a positive workplace culture.
- Extensive experience in the management and resolution of complex industrial/employment matters including hands on end-to-end case management advice and resolution
- A critical thinker, with an action orientated mindset in delivering proactive outcomes in an agile environment.
- A tertiary qualification in either Employment Law, Human Resource Management or related discipline, along with substantial specialist ER experience in a complex organisational setting is required.
- Adept at thriving in fast-paced environments, both independently and as part of a team, you will have the drive and motivation to make a real difference.

In return you will be rewarded with a competitive package and the chance to contribute meaningfully by shaping the future of the City of Greater Dandenong. If you thrive in a supportive environment that champions professional growth and advancement, then this role is for you.

This is a full-time position and hybrid work options are available.

You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

**Benefits of working with us**

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your