Principal Consultant, Workplace RelationsJob posted: 14/01/2025Organisation: Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and RegionsOccupation: Human ResourcesReference: VG/033940AThe Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria's prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions.
For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.Established on 1 January 2023, our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices.
We oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.The Department strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.Our values are accountability, integrity and respect, and underpin everything we do.Salary: $134,593 to $157,355 (Plus Superannuation)Ongoing roleUsual hours of work: Full timeUsual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)The RoleThe Principal Consultant, Workplace Relations is responsible for the delivery of the full range of workplace relations functions and will play a lead role in providing expert workplace relations advice and support at all levels within the department and across its portfolio agencies.The responsibilities of the principal consultant will include:Provide strategic input into the interpretation of government policies, legislation and industrial relations initiatives.Support portfolio agencies throughout the bargaining process.Establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with key stakeholders.The TeamThe position of Principal Consultant, Workplace Relations forms a part of the People & Culture branch within the Corporate Services group.
This group consists of specialist functions including strategic communications, finance, investment and procurement, performance and governance, legal and legislation, people and culture, information technology and workplace services and the close out of activities related to the Commonwealth Games.About YouYou will ideally have the following skills and experience:Proven experience, and a record of achievement, in managing complex workplace issues in a public sector environment.Proven experience in establishing and maintaining working relationships with key stakeholders.High level negotiation, consultation and communication skills.Further InformationFor a confidential discussion, please contact Jason Steadall, Manager, Workplace Relations on 0400 043 154 or ****** department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.
For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.Please note: We are accredited as a Disability Confident Recruitment (DCR) organisation and committed to inclusive recruitment.
If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Recruitment Team on 0472875685, or via email at ****** with the position number in the subject line.How to ApplyPlease click the 'Apply Now' button.
As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter.For all "JSE eligible" candidates, please apply through the JSE only to be considered for this position.
Priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.Applications close at 23:59pm on Monday 20 January 2025.
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