Employee Relations Specialist

Our Business

Working at TasWater isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to deliver social, environmental and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and tomorrow.

Our talented workforce of over 980 employees keep Tasmania thriving by providing exceptional water and sewerage services to over 460,000 customers every day.

We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water’s full potential, and centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment and our collective water future.

Over the coming 5 years we are investing $1.5 billion to ensure a safe and secure water future for a growing Tasmania, and will we make great steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions, and towards zero waste.

Visit our website or YouTube channel to learn more.

The Role

The Employee Relations Specialistwill assist the Workplace Relations and People Partnering Business Team by providing specialist knowledge and support in workplace and Employee Relations case management.

Some of the things you’ll be responsible for include:
 

• Provide advice on industrial and employment relations issues,
• Provide advice on and regarding the interpretation of employee and industrial relations legislation, enterprise agreements and policies.
• Support business change projects and assist people leaders in facilitating outcomes that support a constructive culture.
• Deal directly with employees and their representatives (unions) on complex workplace matters.
• Prepare documentation for and represent TasWater in external industrial forums such as Fair Work Commission.

What we're looking for

This position plays a critical role in maintaining efficiency and accuracy in case management, while supporting the wider team as they undertake enterprise agreement negotiations.
 

To be successful you will need to:
 

• Have experience in a similar role,
• Have significant experience in preparing clear, concise and well-argued written and verbal communication, including reports, briefs, submissions and policy.
• And a demonstrated ability to consult with leaders and engage in negotiations in a proactive way.
   

For a full copy of the position description please visit our website.
 

 Why TasWater 

At TasWater, we’re serious about supporting the development of our team members' skills and careers, fostering an environment where ideas and innovations can flourish. We’re constantly thinking about how we can make TasWater the best place to work.
 

Across our multi-industry organisation, we are dedicated to enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. We aim to create an environment where ideas and innovations can thrive and are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace. We value diversity in all its many forms and aim to build a workforce that truly represents the broad diversity of the Tasmanian community that we serve. To actively support a range of perspectives and identities, we encourage candidates interested in hybrid and flexible work arrangements.
 

We offer 18 weeks paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions, an Employee Assistance Program, learning and development budgets, career development pathways, and we’re continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team.
 

We are proudly acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. View our benefits and policies and the great work we do here.

The Details

This fixed term role, available for 18 months, can be based in either Hobart or Launceston, with hybrid work arrangements available, and can be worked full time or part time, with flexible work arrangements, start and finish times and job share options all considered.

This role attracts a salary of $120,700 – $163,300 (inclusive of superannuation) dependents on experience.

If you want to learn more about the duties and accountabilities of this role please connect with Dianne Badcock – Employee Relations Lead at **************@taswater.com.au, or if you need assistance in applying, please connect with Esther Cooper – Talent Acquisition Partner on 0448 335 ***.

Applications Close at 10am Monday 29th April 2024. Submit your application by clicking Apply Now.