Workplace Relations Manager (HR Business Partner)

Job Description

Workplace Relations Manager (HR Business Partner) Our client is a major private health service provider servicing the needs of Australians across the country. Their business is growing rapidly and now has over 4,900 employees and a truly national reach. They employ a diverse range of people performing logistics, customer support, scientific analysis and corporate functions with a customer base ranging from large complex public entities to private individuals. Who they are They pride themselves on their patient focus and medical excellence, empowering their people to help them to improve and save patient’s lives. Their culture is agile and willing to change, and they always act with the highest respect and integrity. Their employees are passionate about what they do, the work environment in which they operate and the safety and wellbeing of all who interact with them. About the Role As the Workplace Relations Manager (internally known as HR Business Partner ), you will provide expert advice and support to key stakeholders to enhance people management and drive positive workplace outcomes. This role will lead enterprise agreement (EA) negotiations in Victoria , oversee implementation and administration of the EA, and manage day-to-day employee relations matters. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic and operational industrial relations strategies , fostering strong relationships with unions and key stakeholders while leading EA negotiations. Advise division managers on workforce and recruitment planning , ensuring alignment with current and future workforce needs and legislative requirements for permanent, contract, and other labour. Provide expert guidance on HR and employee relations matters , including conflict resolution, grievance management, performance and disciplinary processes, recruitment, remuneration, learning and development, policy interpretation, and terminations. Ensure HR policies and procedures comply with legal and regulatory requirements , providing advice on government regulations and internal reporting obligations. Prepare reports for executive management, the board of directors, employees, and government agencies. Collaborate on the development, review, and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and systems , ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. About You The ideal candidate is an experienced HR practitioner with strengths in workplace relations and a strong ability to navigate complex industrial relations challenges. Key Experience & Skills: Extensive experience in workplace relations , with in-depth knowledge of industrial relations legislation and frameworks . Proven expertise in managing and resolving complex employee relations issues within a unionised, operational environment , including leading enterprise agreement negotiations . Strong experience in resolving workplace disputes with employees and unions, including advocacy at the Fair Work Commission . Ability to manage competing priorities , respond to urgent matters swiftly, and deliver results under pressure. A structured approach to case management, tracking, and reporting . Employee Benefits You will have access to a range of benefits when you join, including: Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave* Access to hundreds of everyday savings including phone bills, fuel and groceries, fashion, restaurants and entertainment. Expert guidance on healthy living on a range of topics like money, work, mind, body, and life. Free and confidential support from qualified counsellors. Discounted health insurance. Training and development opportunities. *Service conditions apply Diversity and Inclusion Our client is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community, people living with disability, and individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. Our client is committed to supporting Veteran Employment and Australian Defence Force Veterans and their spouses are encouraged to apply. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted, and all applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia. As a healthcare provider, our client requires certain positions to be vaccinated against preventable diseases. If successful, and the position requires, we will ask for proof of immunisation accordingly for our records. You may be required to undergo probity checks as part of the recruitment process including police check and licence check. #J-18808-Ljbffr