Workplace Relations Advisor

Join our Workplace Relations Team at Ministry of Health for a temporary employment (up to 6 February 2026) opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

Why You Should Apply:

• Diverse Expertise: Dive into a wide array of engaging matters, utilising your legal expertise to support employment and industrial affairs.
• Career Development: Develop your skills, expand your network, and drive change and reform projects.
• Inclusive Impact: Be part of projects that drive change and reform, collaborating with stakeholders across the Ministry of Health, public health organizations, and government agencies to bring Government initiatives to life.
• Valuable Exposure: Gain invaluable experience, including advocacy before the NSW Industrial Relations Commission and other tribunals.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About this role

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

As a Workplace Relations Advisor, you'll contribute to various industrial relations projects and engage in advocacy within tribunals. Your expertise will shine as you collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to the implementation of crucial initiatives.  You will be directly involved in change and reform projects, collaborating with a number of stakeholders across the Ministry of Health, public health organisations and related government agencies.

Crown Clerk 7/8, starting salary from $113,574 - $125,720 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• Tertiary qualifications in industrial relations, employment relations, Law, or a related discipline awarded within the last 5 years or equivalent experience
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and personal growth.
• Thrive in a small dynamic team environment.

How to apply

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you'll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages).

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.

Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission

For role related queries or questions contact Edmund Fry on and quote REQ608132.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on

Closing Date: Wednesday 1 October 2025

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

1. This is a temporary role up to 6 February 2026 with a strong opportunity to be extended.
2. This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
3. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
4. Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey Apply now

Applications Close: Wednesday 1 October 2025