Industrial Officer

4 days ago


Adelaide, Australia Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) Full time

Rewarding career with an organisation committed to social justice
- Ongoing, full time role
- Flexible work arrangements
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

The Public Service Association (PSA) is the principal trade union representing thousands of South Australian Public Sector workers and is dedicated to pursuing the interests of its members through strong, effective leadership and advocacy.

**About the role**:
An exciting career opportunity exists to join the PSA’s dynamic Industrial Team as an Industrial Officer. The role requires industrial knowledge and nous, an ability to take the initiative, navigate complex matters, and a strong desire to achieve positive outcomes for members. As a member of the PSA’s Industrial Team, your role will involve:

- Advocacy, representation and negotiation of cases before industrial and other tribunals
- Providing individual support for members through caseload management
- Providing high level industrial advice to support the work of the organising team

Recent graduates and experienced Industrial Officers are encouraged to apply.

This is a full-time ongoing position based in the Adelaide CBD, however the PSA is willing to consider part-time options.

Commencement salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

**About you**:
The PSA are seeking people who have:

- Commitment to Values:_
- Strong, focused and motivated team player with a commitment to union values
- Passion for advocacy, representation and supporting union members
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills:_
- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to quickly build rapport and trust
- Articulate with exceptional oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
- Strategic and Analytical Thinking:_
- Ability to interpret and navigate complex information and formulate a strategy to achieve the best possible outcome for our member.
- Technical Knowledge or Experience :_
- A knowledge and understanding of the SA industrial relations legislation and industrial instruments relevant to the SA Public Sector, or a demonstrated capacity to acquire that knowledge quickly
- Experience in negotiating workplace grievances / issues and industrial disputes, or capacity to develop the necessary skills
- Awareness of SA public sector structures, policies and environment
- Current SA driver’s licence and willingness to drive PSA fleet vehicles is desirable

**Transferable skills are welcome**

Experience in industrial relations or law is helpful, but not essential. We encourage applicants with skills and experience in advocacy, community engagement or human resources to apply.

**Culture and benefits of working at the PSA**:

- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Access to membership benefits including discounts, and Journey Accident insurance
- Flexible working conditions
- Inclusive employer, embracing diversity and union values
- Conditions aligned with SA Public Sector
- Energetic, highly skilled team, committed to social justice and supporting our members in the public sector

For further information about this position please contact PSA Team Leader - Industrial, Sara

**How to apply**:
**Industrial Officer - Ongoing position**:
**PSA SA**:
**PSA SA**

**Job posted on**:January 29, 2025

**Applications close**:Wednesday 5th February (11pm)



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