Industrial & Employee Relations (Human Resources & Recruitment) I am so delighted to be partnering with this organisation again, this time searching for an IR Specialist.
What's in it for you?
Joining a recognisable Australian brand as their Industrial Relations Specialist offers a unique opportunity to work in a challenging and evolving industrial landscape. You'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering positive employee relations and ensuring regulatory compliance, all while enjoying:
Flexible hours with early or late starts/finishes and an optional condensed fortnight (RDO every second week based on hours) after probation. Exposure to senior leadership and the chance to lead critical union negotiations and Enterprise Agreement implementations. Supportive team environment, providing a pathway to build relationships across the organisation. Competitive salary package with growth potential based on your contributions. About the Role
As the IR Specialist, you'll be instrumental in managing complex industrial relations matters, focusing on EA negotiations, award interpretation, and navigating claims. Reporting directly to the Head of HR, you'll play a key role in streamlining operations and reducing workload by independently handling groundwork, enabling senior leaders to focus on strategy. In this hands-on role, you will:
Lead negotiations and interpret awards across Enterprise Agreements, facilitating new EA implementations. Act as the primary contact for employee relations matters, including claims and grievance handling. Provide guidance on industrial relations strategy, ensuring compliance with evolving labour laws and regulations. Collaborate with senior leadership, representing the organisation in discussions with unions and industry stakeholders. Maintain an agile approach to managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. About You
You are a dedicated and experienced Industrial Relations professional ideally with strong tenure in hands-on experience in industrial relations. You have a proven track record in EA negotiations and dispute resolution within complex, union-heavy settings. Ideally, you bring:
Bachelor's degree in HR, Industrial Relations, or related field; a law degree is a plus. Direct, end-to-end experience with EA negotiations and award interpretation. Solid understanding of Australian labour laws, including the Fair Work Act. Exceptional communication and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders. Who are we, and what's next?
We're Talentpath - nice to meet you. We have the amazing job of finding talented people that will really fuel the potential of businesses we partner with. There's so much more to say about who we are and why we think you should join us, we'd love to see you apply directly to this ad. Alternatively, you can reach out to Hayley at We encourage you to apply for this role even if you don't tick all the boxes. Recent research shows that people from disadvantaged and/or underrepresented backgrounds are more likely to scroll past a job if they don't have every single requirement - let's change that. We recognise that people are more than just their CVs and take pride in being inclusive and diverse in our recruiting process. So, if this role has piqued your interest, apply!
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