At a high level, some of the work you could expect to do includes:
Lead the end to end negotiations of more complex EAs and work with HR Business Partners to develop EA Negotiation Strategic Mandates
Provide end to end support on all operational Employee Relations/Industrial Relations and case management matters, acting as an escalation point for HR Business Partners on complex ER matters
Conduct formal investigations
Interpret and provide specialist advice in relation to the interpretation of industrial agreements and conditions
Lead specific Employment and Industrial relations projects
Build the IR/ER capability of the P&C Team and Line Leaders
Build strong and effective working relationships with relevant Union stakeholders
Develop and maintain Policies and Procedures; and management of ongoing legislative compliance (e.g. Secure Jobs, Respect at Work compliance etc.)
Provide expert advice to leaders on employment risks, policies and procedures, facilitating informed decision-making for both executive and management levels of the business
Represent CA in conciliations and disputes at the Fair Work Commission and other relevant forum
Ensure compliance and mitigate risk by staying updated with relevant legislation and industrial instruments
Experience in IR/ER Business Partnering, ideally in manufacturing, mining or logistics
Demonstrated experience in negotiating & implementing industrial agreements
Contemporary knowledge on relevant industry standards, best practice and trends
Ability to be an influential and collaborative senior member of the P&C team
Strengths in providing leadership and direction to junior members of the P&C team
Effective communicator with all levels of the business demonstrating effective listening and negotiating skills
Well-developed forward planning, analytical and strategic thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective networks with industry, colleagues and stakeholders