Senior Hr/Ir Advisor

At BMD, our business is our people and our unique history spans more than 44 years' of delivering infrastructure which enhances environments and connects people. As a family-owned, national contractor working in all sectors across the construction industry, we offer diverse career opportunities. We empower our people to contribute to next-generation infrastructure while developing your skills to reach your full potential.
Who we're looking for:
We're looking for a Senior HR/IR Advisor to join our joint venture (JV) project team based on-site in Rockhampton. Ideally, you will live locally in the Rockhampton region.
In this role you will be support the JV project team, and have a focus on employee relations and industrial relations for a large labour force. Reporting to BMD's HR Business Partner - Northern Region, you can expect to be challenged and to celebrate all the successes that hard work will deliver.
The role:

• Provide first point of contact advice on matters relating to the correct application and interpretation of industrial agreements, enterprise agreements, awards, internal policy and related legislation.
• Provide strategic and hands on support to project management on key industrial issues, including liaising with union representatives.
• Assist with the management of project industrial relations activity as required, including liaising with operational personnel to prevent and resolve industrial disputes.
• Identify current and future industrial relations risks/opportunities that may impact operational activity and develop strategies to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities.
• Conduct investigations of employee matters to ensure compliance with applicable industrial instruments, policies, and statutory provisions.

Our mission is to sustain and grow our business, by valuing our people and fostering an environment for driven professionals like you to achieve your full potential.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter with:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources / Industrial Relations or related field
• Demonstratable HR/IR experience and experience in the provision of IR advice within the civil construction and engineering sectors, or comparable industries
• Strong knowledge of Fair Work Act and its practical application and Right of Entry legislation and application and related legislation
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally and drive positive relationships with stakeholders at all levels on a major project construction environment
• Demonstrated organisational, planning and coordination skills
• High level of confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to employ initiative and find solutions and prioritise

BMD recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer, providing a flexible and inclusive workplace that rewards excellence and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
No agency submissions will be accepted.
Advertised: 29 Jan 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 29 Feb 2024 E. Australia Standard Time