5 days ago, from Toowoomba Regional Council
DRIVE POSITIVE CHANGE – JOIN US AS SENIOR EMPLOYEE RELATIONS OFFICER! About You We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Employee Relations Officer to join our dynamic Employee Relations team. In this key role, you will provide expert advice and guidance on a wide range of complex and sensitive employee relations matters, including grievances, workplace investigations, performance management, and industrial relations issues. Your contributions will help drive a positive workplace culture and ensure the effective management of human resources across the organisation.
This is a permanent, full-time position based in the heart of Toowoomba's Central Business District (CBD), offering an attractive salary package and an excellent work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
Key Responsibilities Manage complex employee relations cases, including complaints, grievances, workplace investigations, and performance matters. Provide expert advice to managers and staff on a broad range of employee relations and human resources issues, including discipline, performance management, and organisational change. Mentor and coach other HR professionals to develop a high-performing, customer-focused team. Maintain strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial instruments, and HR policies and procedures. Champion a positive workplace culture that promotes inclusion, diversity, and employee engagement. Facilitate organisational change and consultation processes. Provide consultancy services on industrial relations matters, including interpreting Certified Agreements, Awards, and relevant legislation. Mediate with unions on workplace and industrial relations issues. Conduct research on industrial relations issues and provide recommendations to management. Develop, revise, and implement policies and procedures to support effective employee relations. Contribute to significant projects and initiatives across the organisation. The Team Our Employee Relations team is a collaborative and forward-thinking group dedicated to creating a supportive and dynamic workplace for our employees. We take pride in fostering an inclusive environment where innovation, transparency, and professional growth are valued. As a Senior Employee Relations Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Employee Relations strategy and helping us build a resilient and engaged workforce.
Why Join TRC? Competitive Salary & Benefits: Annual salary between $91,002.71 - $97,075.32, plus 17.5% leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a nine-day fortnight and access to banked leave for greater flexibility. Professional Development: Ongoing training, leadership, and management development opportunities. Additional Benefits: Salary sacrificing for superannuation, corporate discounts on private health insurance, and access to the Fitness Passport Program for local health and fitness facilities. Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling services and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. Safety & Security: Work in a safety-conscious organisation, ensuring your well-being is a top priority. How to be successful in this position Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the position description.
To apply, please submit your current resume along with a 2-page document addressing the following success criteria. Use workplace examples to demonstrate your experience, abilities, knowledge, and personal qualities relevant to the role. Clearly label each criterion for assessment purposes.
The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
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For further information Please contact Amy Belford on (07) 4688 6*** within business hours.
Closing date The closing date for applications is Monday 2nd December 2024 at 11.45pm.
The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn't come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.
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