Design & Build have partnered on one of Australia's largest projects who are seeking a Senior HR/IR Advisor with a heavy Industrial Relations focus to join their team.
This role is an Industrial Relations focused position & will present the opportunity to be heavily involved in Brownfield / Greenfield Enterprise Business Agreements as well as policy writing, preparation of business cases & liaising with unions.
This role will assist in resolving disputes by advising on workplace relations policies & problems as well as working collaboratively across the stakeholder groups ensuring compliance for employees & subcontractors.
Core Accountabilities & Responsibilities: Provide IR advice - interpretation of relevant legislation, awards, & enterprise agreements (blue collar & white-collar workforce).Liaise with Payroll team re application of industrial instruments & payroll queries.Manage union right of entry to site & guidance of union officials.In-field first response to industrial incidents & action (in accordance with industrial risk mitigation strategies & contingency plans).Coordinating subcontractor pre-qualification audits & mobilisation of personnel.Review ABCC compliance for Project & subcontractors.Deliver training to management & other personnel on IR & HR topics.Develop & implement policies & procedures across workforce.Generate employment contracts & internal employee correspondence as required.Ensure compliance, provision of instruction, advice & support to personnel & management in the implementation of Project industrial systems including counselling/discipline, issue resolution, probation, return to work & performance evaluations.Knowledge of Fair Work Act, industrial systems & structures and industrial agreement terms, conditions, & remuneration.Identify emerging issues in a workplace & assist in developing strategies to mitigate risks. Please note: Relocation or FIFO availableLiving Expenses, meals & Accommodation Provided14/7 roster - 14 days on & 7 days off Required Competencies: Knowledge of the Fair Work ActAbility to interpret Common Law Contracts, Awards & Enterprise AgreementsKnowledge of the market & industrial climate.Knowledge of legislative & economic environment (Contract law & construction industry).Sound negotiation & problem-solving skillsStrong Initiative & proactive natureExceptional written & verbal communication skillsWell-developed time management skills & high attention to detail Qualifications Required: Tertiary Qualifications in Human Resource Management, Employment Relations, Organisational Psychology, Law or related fieldWhite CardMinimum 5 years experience in a similar role within the construction, mining or Oil & Gas industryKnowledge, & experience in the application of HR/IR systems & processesProject Management experience – ability to plan, implement & manage longer term initiatives #J-18808-Ljbffr