Principal Advisor, Industrial & Employee Relations

Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Job reference: 578800
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Principal Advisor, Industrial and Employee Relations to be part of our People and Culture Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.
The Principal Advisor, Industrial and Employee Relations (IR & ER) is responsible for the provision of high quality industrial and Employee Relations advice and services to PIRSA on a range of highly complex matters, including overseeing disciplinary investigations and processes across PIRSA, and representing the Agency at the South Australian Employment Tribunal.
The Principal Advisor, IR & ER conducts and manages projects and contributes to policy development and implementation in relation to a range of IR & ER matters.
The role leads the IR and ER function within PIRSA and will establish strong and trusted working relationships with leaders and managers to ensure the proactive and pragmatic identification and resolution of complex IR and ER matters across PIRSA.
About Us
South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities.
We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state’s regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.
It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you’re ready to join us, apply now!
Benefits
At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.
Our Commitment to Diversity
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.
Special Conditions

• Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• Full time opportunity 37.5 hours per week

Requirements

• Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required.
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations.
• Possession of a current driver’s licence and a willingness to drive.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.

Remuneration
ASO8 - $119,317 min - $123,822 max per annum, plus superannuation
Enquiries
Lee Sorensen
Chief Human Resources Officer
Phone: 0434 362 966
Email: Lee.Sorensen@sa.gov.au
Website:
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Relationship Building and Maintaining Communication capabilities of the attached role description.
Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.
Applications close: 03/03/2024 11:45 PM
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Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.