AddressThe Workplace Relations Team plays a critical role within our People and Culture Team at Curtin University by providing high quality Workplace Relations advice and support to managers, clients, stakeholders and staff across the University.
We are seeking a Senior Workplace Relations Advisor who will be responsible for offering specialist advice and support across the areas of complaints, misconduct matters, enterprise bargaining and managing complex industrial matters.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- adapt and translate Workplace Relations best practice to deliver quality support and advice to staff and management across the University
- provide expert advice on complex and sensitive complaints of bullying, discrimination and harassment, and performance and misconduct matters
- support senior leaders in relation to another complex Workplace Relations matters
- liaise with colleagues to facilitate the prevention of or early intervention in workplace conflict and complaints
- case manage Workplace Relations matters
- promote productive relationships with unions
- support industrial change management such as with change proposals and the development of reports on active changes throughout the University
- provide advice in respect of queries relating to the University’s enterprise agreement and all applicable policies and procedures.
About you
- extensive experience working as a Senior Workplace Relations Advisor (or similar) with a large, complex and unionised organisation (tertiary sector is highly desirable)
- proven and effective management of complex Workplace Relations cases, such as performance and disciplinary matters and bullying
- formal investigation skills and experience with conflict resolution and other alternative dispute resolution methods
- elevated relationship management skills when liaising with key internal and external stakeholders including HR staff, lawyers and unions regarding complex WR matters or associated proceedings in a court or Tribunal
- extensive experience in providing expert ER/IR advice, coaching and support to senior staff
- proficiency in accurately interpreting and applying knowledge of employment laws, regulations and industrial instruments in managing complex and sensitive matters
- superior influencing and negotiation skills and the ability to operate with tact, diplomacy and professionalism
- outstanding presentation and communication skills to meaningfully deliver complex messaging to varied audiences including senior leaders
- project/case management skills and experience, including the ability to develop and communicate plans and strategies, and implement through to resolution
- proven capability in developing and presenting educational material to facilitate and improve the effectiveness of Workplace Relations in a matrixed organisation.
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About Curtin
At Curtin, we are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket.
Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace and are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
- Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
- Rewards Beyond Salary: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) with cash out options*, customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise; as well as Hotel and Health Insurance discounts.
- Time Well-Spent: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Leave (5 days)*, Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. As well as access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
- Plus 18% more observed days off -enjoy 12 Public Holidays each year (including Easter Tuesday!), and 2 extra University Days over the Christmas/New Year Period (see EBA 51.1 and 51.9).
- Recognition for Prior Service: Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service or other recognised institution.
- Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin’s wellbeing locations at https://tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad
Join us!
To be considered, please include your CV and a detailed cover letter addressing how your experience aligns to the role requirements to allow us to assess your suitability.
Applications close: 3pm AWST, Friday 21 June 2024
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.
You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 90***(option 3,1) or alternatively via email at *************@curtin.edu.au.
Please note we will not be engaging with recruitment agencies at this time.
