Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

Expressions of interest are being sought from NSW Health staff wishing to apply to this fixed term internal opportunity ending 6 February 2026. In order to be eligible to apply for this role, you must be a permanent/ongoing employee or a temporary employee of NSW Health.

This is a secondment opportunity where you are required to have permission from your home agency to be released from your usual duties for the period.

• We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
• Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
• Build your career in Workplace and Industrial Relations

About this role

This highly valued role is in the Ministry of Health's, Workplace Relations Branch. The Branch plays a key role in supporting the NSW Health workforce in leading system wide industrial relations and implementing workplace relations policies.

Crown Clerk 9/10, salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading

For more information, read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing

As a Senior Workplace Relations Advisor you will:

• Provide high level strategic advice internally to senior management of the Ministry and externally to public health organisations on workplace relations issues.
• Manage the development of system-wide workplace relations policies regarding the terms and conditions of engagement of staff in NSW Health
• Negotiate industrial agreements and instruments with associations representing NSW Health staff
• Respond to requests from public health organisations for information on complex workplace issues and for advice on appropriate strategies to deal with staffing or workplace problems

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:

• Substantial experience in the provision of workplace relations advice in a complex environment
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of industrial relations, and the application of industrial relations policies and legislation to employment situations, including in the public sector.
• Knowledge of the environment and arrangements affecting the terms and conditions under which NSW Health staff are engaged and under which services are provided to patients in public hospitals
• The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.

How to apply

All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) explaining your interest and suitability to the role.

Closing Date: Wednesday 10 September 2025

Additional information

• This is a NSW Health internal EOI and decisions will be made upon review of all submissions. Offers for this position are dependent on capacity to release the applicants from their current position/role. Please note the selection process will include an informal interview and work sample only to determine your suitability.
• You can only be employed for a total period of up to 12 months via this expression of interest
• For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal

Working at The Ministry of Health

The position is located in St Leonards, in a modern, purpose-built building within an activity-based working environment. Close to public transport, cafés and local amenities.

Benefits

The Ministry of Health offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

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

If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Frankie De Luca on

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.

Applications Close: Wednesday 10 September 2025