Senior Industrial Relations Partner

Airbus Australia has an opportunity for a Senior Industrial Relations (IR) Partner to join our team in either Brisbane (Pinkenba) or Sydney (Richmond or Bankstown).
This position is responsible for leading all Industrial and Employee Relations (IR/ER) matters across Airbus Pacific (Australia & New Zealand).
About the role Reporting directly to the Vice President HR & Workplace, and acting as the key Industrial Relations lead for all IR/ER Matters across Airbus Pacific, the position holder will be primarily responsible for leading a diverse range of cases and key IR/ER activities whilst supporting key business stakeholders in management of IR/ER cases.
Additionally, the position holder will be responsible for supporting people leaders with workplace investigations and other case management, providing a high level of advice on people matters.
Associated responsibilities for this position include:
Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) negotiations and interpretationsDisciplinary measures, andCollective and individual agreement mattersSome of your day-to-day activities will include but are not limited to:
Review and maintain the IR Framework in collaboration with the VP HR & Workplace while ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations though regular monitoring changes in labour laws, regulations and employee related legislationProvide timely professional and accurate advice on the interpretation and application of industrial, and other relevant legislation frameworks to both business leaders and supporting the Senior HR Business PartnersProvide regular updates/briefings to both Business Leaders and HR Operational team on any key legislative changesPresent and engage in all Disciplinary Committee matters, where required.Empower and support the HR Operational team to achieve their KPIs and service targets surrounding ER/IR mattersDevelop and execute specialist strategic planning for Enterprise Agreement negotiationCreate multi-levelled solutions to ensure business wide compliance with ER/IR changes amongst the legislative environmentAbout you To be successful in this role, it is a requirement to be able to work in a high-performance multinational organisation, have exceptional stakeholder engagement, collaboration and expectation management skills as well as excellent verbal and written skills.
You will need to be someone who is able to work autonomously and to tight deadlines and work comfortably in a continuous improvement work environment.
You will have strong business acumen and be someone who is able to foster effective relationships with key stakeholders and external parties including, unions.
The knowledge, skills and experience best suited to this role include:
Degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology, Law or similarMinimum 5 years' experience in Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, Legal, HR Business Partner or similarStrong experience with consulting, influencing and advisory skills with an ability to resolve IR/ER issues between stakeholders both internally and externally of AirbusDetailed knowledge of current employment legislation, keeping up to date with emerging issues and changesExperience in implementing and/or maintaining IR framework and HR Policy, and experience in negotiating EBAs across a complex matrix structured businessExperience in coaching and guiding HR Business Partners, Functional Managers and/or Employees through complex ER/IR processes and systemsIt would be desirable that you also have:
Post Graduate Qualification in business-related or HR disciplineAbout Airbus With a 50-year track record of innovation, technological firsts and industry milestones, Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to a customer base that spans the globe – with operations for commercial aircraft, helicopters, defence, space and security.
At Airbus, we believe that it's not just what we make, but how we make it that counts.
We are convinced that our customers, investors and the communities we are working with not only ask us to create products, jobs and shareholder returns, but to promote responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and act with integrity.
We conduct our business ethically, based on Airbus values, and in compliance with all laws and regulations.
We strive for a culture of integrity in our people, partners and suppliers
Six core values lie at the heart of Airbus, and these help us define not just "what we do" but "how we do it".
They are our foundation and help our employees identify with our company.
Nearly 55,000 Airbus employees participated in defining our values: We are one/teamwork, integrity, customer focus, reliability, respect and creativity.
These values shape the DNA of our business, reflecting the unique blend of qualities found in every member of our global family.
Airbus Australia and Airbus New Zealand With employees at sites across Australia and New Zealand, Airbus has access to the financial strength and expertise of Airbus Helicopters and Airbus.
In Australia, Airbus provides MRO support to the P-8 Poseidon aircraft and C-130J Hercules transports for the Royal Australian Air Force's (RAAF) and 22 ARH Tiger armed reconnaissance helicopters for the Australian Army.
This presence has made a direct contribution to the local economies, built regional aerospace capabilities and created high-value jobs in the aviation industry.
Airbus also operates an MRO business for rotary and fixed wing military aircraft in New Zealand.
This covers aircraft operated by the New Zealand Defence Force, such as the C-130H and P-3K Orion.
The New Zealand Defence Force operates eight NH90 helicopters successfully supporting disaster relief, search and rescue, and law enforcement operations.
In the civil and parapublic segments, there are around 700 Airbus helicopters in service in the Asia Pacific region from across the product line.
Airbus is recognised as a leader in propeller and engine maintenance.
What's on offer? The Airbus Group is a global platform for excellence, with network expertise providing our people with the opportunity to be a part of rapidly advancing innovations in engineering and technology to accomplish the extraordinary; making the world a more connected, safer and smarter place.
We have dedicated resources to deliver:
Clear operational and strategic objectivesSupportive structures, systems and processes with a commitment to your developmentStrong links to the broader Airbus Group global communityValues driven leadership focussed on employee and customer experienceCompetitive salary packaging, Employee Share Ownership Plan, Employee health plansFlexible working arrangementsFemale applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
You must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment medical screening which may include drug and alcohol testing.
Application Closing Date: 22 January 2025
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