Principal Consultant Workplace Relations (350258)Industrial & Employee Relations (Human Resources & Recruitment)Government - State (Government & Defence)Full time$125,536.00 to $132,125.00 pro rata per annum**Applications Close Sunday 11.55pm, 24 November 2024**We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability.We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements.Period of Appointment12 months.Hours per fortnight73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.DutiesCoordinate and have carriage of complex industrial matters including implementing Industrial Instruments and undertaking associated projects and policy development.Provide high level advice, guidance and direction to departmental management on workplace relations and associated issues including:Industrial Awards/Agreements and other related instrumentsState Service code of conduct processesGrievancesInabilityPerformance ManagementRepresent the Agency in working groups, forums and projects as required, and in negotiations with unions and employees in the resolution of workplace relations issues, disputes and agreement negotiations.Build and manage effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, consultative committees, unions and the State Service Management Office.Undertake research and investigations into complex workplace relations issues and prepare correspondence, reports, formal responses, briefing notes and recommendations as appropriate.Undertake the case management of employee relations matters, including preparing submissions for undertaking advocacy and representing the interests of Department in external forums, including industrial commissions and tribunals.Participate in the development and implementation of policies and strategies which:Support the provision of quality workplace relations services;Enhance departmental relations with employee and employee organisations;Ensure adherence to relevant legislation, employment directions, industrial awards and agreements.Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation's Work Health & Safety processes, including the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives and related training.The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, management, law, industrial relations or a related discipline.Application ProcessTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 3652.
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