Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?
For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.
As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation's unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.
St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.
Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including: 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement, 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work, 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.
A job to be proud of: St John WA is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Industrial Relations Specialist to join our Industrial Relations team.
This role is pivotal in managing and enhancing our industrial relations strategies, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and fostering positive relationships between the organisation and the employees.
This is a permanent full-time role based in our Belmont state office.
What you will do : Provide accurate and strategic guidance on industrial relations issues to managers, People Services, and employees, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
Manage and resolve disputes; both collective and individual, according to established policies and strategic objectives.
Lead respectful, outcomes-focused consultations between managers, employees, and unions to address industrial relations issues effectively.
Advise and influence managers and stakeholders to ensure consistent application of organisational standards and fair treatment.
Assist in the negotiation of industrial and employment arrangements by providing research, preparing documents, and maintaining agreements.
Represent St John WA in the Fair Work Commission and other external counsel as necessary to manage outcomes in the organisation's best interests.
Oversee internal investigations related to employee grievances, disputes, misconduct, or performance issues.
Coordinate the case management of employee matters to ensure compliance with industrial instruments, policies, and statutory provisions.
Develop and deliver training sessions and presentations to enhance the knowledge and skills of managers and employees regarding industrial relations.
What you'll need: Proven experience in industrial relations, case management, investigations, and negotiations.
Tertiary qualification in human resources management, industrial relations, law or a related field (desirable) Deep understanding of Australian employment legislation, industrial relations processes, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
An ability to form effective relationships and provide trusted advice to senior management.
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience in dealing with complex and sensitive employee relations issues.
Well-developed research, conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills What's in it for you?
The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with: $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement 17.5% annual leave loading Corporate Uniform Competitive remuneration package Salary packaging options Free emergency ambulance cover Free first aid training Flexible working arrangements Are you ready to change lives?
To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now".
Applications must include a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position and resume.
Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Talent Sourcing on ****** Applications close on Sunday 20th October 2024 at 6:00pm.
St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve.
Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.
Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.
St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received.
The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John.
St John may begin the shortlisting process prior to the closing date.
