Senior Industrial Relations Consultant And/Or Employee Or Workplace Relations Consultant

Salary: PSO Level 7 $128,077 - $136,891 p.a.
Location: East Perth
Unit/Division: System-Wide Industrial Relations
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Position No: 00021274
Closing Date: 2024-04-03 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
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-VCID No. 886012This is a Permanent Full Time appointment.Are you looking to expand your workplace and employee relations experience and/orIndustrial Relations experience and work in a role that will assist to achieve sustainable workforce outcomes within the WA health system?System-wide Industrial Relations (SWIR) is looking for interest from experienced professionals to join the team and/or wish to be considered for similar vacancies within the Department on a full time or part time basis.About UsSWIR is a unit within the Governance and System Support Directorate at the Department of Health and has the remit to manage system-wide Industrial Relations matters across the WA health system including the negotiation of WA health system industrial agreements.SWIR operates in a fast paced, dynamic and challenging environment and no one day will be the same. You will get exposure to a variety of stakeholders and issues where you will gain valuable experience and exposure in a strategic Industrial Relations context. You will also gain a unique understanding of the System Manager role within WA health system.About youWe are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and energetic individual for the position of Senior Industrial Relations Consultant. The successful applicants will provide high quality industrial and Workplace Relations consultancy, advisory and representation services to the System Manager, and within an allocated portfolio, to ensure consistent application of WA health system-wide Industrial Relations instruments, regulatory policy frameworks, public sector policies and related legislation. In these positions you will also assist in negotiating WA health system industrial agreements and support the development and implementation of strategies to manage complex and high-risk health workforce issues and disputes aligned with the System Manager's strategic direction.As a senior you will be relied on to provide mentorship and support to junior staff. We are seeking applications from those who are committed to peer engagement, foster team collaboration and strive for excellence.WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancies, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.Area Profile: WA Health consists of the Department of Health and eight Health Service Providers and employs approximately 43,000 dedicated staff who ensure the health and wellbeing of the State’s population throughout the metropolitan, regional and remote areas of WA. The WA health system as a single health entity covers an area covering approximately 2.5 million square kilometres.Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information

. * Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Other professional and location-based allowances

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at ).For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Ms Justine Withers, Director, SWIR and/or Carol Pickering, Manager System-wide Industrial Relations on 9222 0838.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online ( ). Please note: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than 4 pages which demonstrates your:

• comprehensive knowledge and experience in providing expert Workplace Relations advice consultancy services; and
• well developed conceptual, analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills
• ability to mentor junior staff and develop effective working relationships with others.

Referees: It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm will not be accepted.