Employee Relations Specialist

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We're leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We're proud of brands, like COLORBOND steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Our People team is looking for an Employee Relations Specialist in our National Employee Relations and Experience team.  This role can be based anywhere in Australia with easy access to an airport as domestic travel may be required on a semi- frequent basis.

Reporting to the National Employee Relations and Experience Manager, you will provide expert advice, education and support across multiple BlueScope sites throughout Australia. You will manage complex ER matters, lead investigations, contribute to enterprise agreement planning and implementation, and help shape our evolving ER and Employee Experience practices.

Given the footprint of our operations, this role involves regular domestic travel, often to regional locations, to support leaders and teams on site. You will partner closely with senior stakeholders and HR teams to uplift capability, build trusted relationships and influence positive workplace outcomes.

What Will You Do?

As a trusted ER Specialist, you will:

• provide ER guidance, support and education across multiple sites
• lead and manage complex employee relations and industrial relations matters, including investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes
• build and maintain effective relationships with union officials, working collaboratively in heavily unionised environments
• support planning, negotiation and implementation of Enterprise Agreements
• review and lead the development of policies and practices to ensure they align with contemporary HR and ER standards
• coach and support leaders and HR generalists to manage ER matters confidently and effectively
• contribute to key Employee Relations and Experience projects and initiatives, supporting our evolution toward a Centre of Excellence.
• Demonstrate strong influencing skills to support change and foster alignment across the business.

More About You

As an ER professional who can connect with our people and build meaningful relationships, you will bring:

• a degree (or equivalent experience) in HR, Employee Relations, or a related discipline.
• demonstrated experience in ER/IR, ideally within a large or complex organisation.
• exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and organisational skills, with the ability to adapt under pressure and maintain effectiveness in dynamic and challenging environments
• sound knowledge of Australian employment law and modern awards, and experience managing enterprise agreements.
• proven ability to lead investigations and prepare high-quality reports.
• effective influencing, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills.
• flexibility and willingness to travel regularly across Australia, at times with minimal notice.

Why BlueScope

As we're creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you'll:​

• Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.​
• Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other's safety and wellbeing.​
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. ​

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We're passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.​

Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: "We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future."​

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Join us, creating strength for the future.