Industrial & Employee Relations (Human Resources & Recruitment)Government - State (Government & Defence) Full time Mater Human Resources is looking for an experienced Senior Industrial Relations Advisor to join our team. This permanent, full-time role is based at our Newstead offices.The Senior Industrial Relations (IR) Advisor plays a key role in the management of IR matters, including the negotiation of Enterprise Agreements, policy development/review and developing applications and employer responses to applications made to external bodies such as the Fair Work Commission.The Senior IR Advisor provides comprehensive advice and assistance to Human Resources (HR) Business Partners, managers and employees to support the resolution of IR issues.You will co-ordinate and lead activities related to the negotiation, approval and implementation of Enterprise Agreements and provide advice to HR teams and clients to ensure compliance with, and consistent application of, Enterprise Agreements.Manage the resolution of workplace issues through the undertaking of investigations, provision of accurate advice, management of risk to the business, and appropriate consultation with respect to progress and outcomes.Identify issues within existing policies and procedures as well as drafting new policies and procedures to ensure best practice, business focussed and legislatively compliant employment practices.Provide advice on a wide range of industrial issues to the Principal IR Advisor, Director Employment Arrangements, Executive Director Human Resources and other Mater stakeholders with a focus on practical, viable outcomes.Manage relationships with external parties including unions as required to meet the organisation's operational and strategic needs.Identification of compliance issues or areas for improvement for escalation to the Principal IR Advisor and/or Director Employment Arrangements.Research relevant and contemporary industrial issues in order to provide a brief to the Principal IR Advisor or Director Employment Arrangements for provision to senior management as required.Provide support and technical guidance to the Industrial Relations Adviser.About youIdeally you will have qualifications in Industrial Relations, Law or a related field. You will also meet the below criteria:Experience in an IR role in a medium to large organisationExposure to enterprise agreement negotiation and implementationA comprehensive working knowledge of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)Interpretation skills: Acts, Enterprise Agreements, awards and other industrial and legal instrumentsDrafting skills: policies, contracts, agreements and other industrial documentsDemonstrated ability to engage and influence key stakeholders at all levels of the organisationMater is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that's because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVEVia salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home payAccess to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packagingAccess to leading education and professional development via Mater EducationAccess to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teamsDiscounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/OtherUnlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness PassportAccess to on-site, discounted parkingDiscounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venuesAccess to gym, pool and end of trip facilities within our new purpose-built corporate office in NewsteadMater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates. Healthcare & Medical More than 10,000 employees A Catholic not-for-profit ministry of Mercy Partners, Mater is guided by the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy who first established Mater in 1906 when they built the first Mater Private Hospital. This was the start of a tradition of care and compassion for the sick and needy that continues to inspire us today.Through our extensive network of hospitals, health centres and related businesses, a nationally accredited education provider and a world-class research institute, we're working together to meet the needs of the community and improve your health and wellbeing.A Catholic not-for-profit ministry of Mercy Partners, Mater is guided by the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy who first established Mater in 1906 when they built the first Mater Private Hospital. This was the start of a tradition of care and compassion for the sick and needy that continues to inspire us today.Through our extensive network of hospitals, health centres and related businesses, a nationally accredited education provider and a world-class research institute, we're working together to meet the needs of the community and improve your health and wellbeing. 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