Senior Consultant Industrial Relations

Permanent full-time opportunity
Role is based in Paramatta with flexible/hybrid working arrangements
Salary ranges from $120,859 to $133,183 per annum + 17.5% recreation leave loading + super
About YouOur People and Culture team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Industrial Relations Advisor. This role supports the provision of a high-level Industrial Relations advice to business units including the interpretation and application of Awards, relevant legislation and policies and also in the management of industrial disputes and claims. The role also supports research, development, implementation and education of workforce related policies and projects. You will be involved in work to make and vary industrial instruments, flexible working agreements, policies and determinations and will have opportunities to advocate before the NSW Industrial Relations Commission and other tribunals.
You will also participate in negotiations, conciliation or arbitration to assist with the resolution of wage and conditions disputes and single employee claim matters.
Essential Requirements
High level knowledge of IR legislation, policies, practices and strategies
Experience in implementing client focused IR strategies, programs and services including the delivery of presentations to management and staff
Experience in industrial advocacy before industrial tribunals
Demonstrated experience in undertaking successful consultations/negotiations with external stakeholders including unions, other Government Sector agencies and employment law specialists
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Industrial Relations Advisor
About UsThe Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) are building the future of NSW through delivering diverse planning, housing solutions and infrastructure across the state. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department. 
In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.
To ApplyIf excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 3 March 2024 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Iain Haydock A/Manager, Industrial Relations via iain.haydock@dpie.nsw.gov.au
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
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We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.
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