Principal Industrial Relations Adviser

Job no: 920331

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD, To be negotiated, Rural Support Service

Categories: Human Resources and WHS

• Rural Support Service (hosted by Barossa Hills Fleurieu LHN)
• Location: Adelaide CBD
• Salary:
• ASO6 $98,478 - $104,165 p.a + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• ASO7 $108,109 - $116,864 p.a + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Full Time up to 12 months

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Rural Support Service as the Principal Industrial Relations Adviser or Senior Industrial Relations Adviser, with appointment at ASO6 or ASO7 depending on your experience and expertise. In this influential role, you will provide high-quality industrial and employee relations advice, support complex workforce matters, and contribute to the development and implementation of policies, strategies and initiatives across the regional Local Health Networks. Whether you are an experienced Senior Adviser ready to progress, or a seasoned Principal Adviser seeking a new challenge, this role offers the chance to shape industrial relations outcomes and support a strong, collaborative, and high-performing workforce across rural South Australia. The role offers flexibility, including negotiable arrangements and the option to work from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert industrial and employee relations advice to HR teams, managers, and executives.
• Manage or support resolution of misconduct, disputes, grievances, and tribunal matters.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of IR policies, procedures, and agreements.
• Support workforce capability through training, mentoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Do you have experience providing high-level industrial and employee relations advice?
• Do you build strong, trusted relationships and advocate effectively with diverse stakeholders?
• Are you skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and managing change in complex environments?
• Do you have strong analytical skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands under pressure?
• Do you want a flexible role where you can make a meaningful impact while working from home, regional communities, or the city?

About RSS

Benefits of Joining Us

The RSS is dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits including:

• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and fitness benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to RSS and BHFLHN staff and their families.
• Career opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Counselling support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.

Join the RSS for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The RSS is an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category C

Help is here Please refer to the details in the Role Description below (job reference or reach out to Yang Lu, Manager, Industrial Relations on Phone: or via E-mail:

Besides speaking with Yang, please refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Application Closing Date

Sunday 30th November 2025 at 11:55PM

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Advertised: 15 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 30 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time