This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate from either the commercial sector, local Government or State Government seeking a role focussed in Enterprise Bargaining within State Government.

The Position 
  
Reporting to the Executive Manager, you will be responsible for providing expert advice on complex employee relations cases, as well as the interpretation of policies and relevant legislations, providing leadership on workplace relations strategies, including negotiations with unions, and advocacy and representation in high complex matters in external bodies and forums.  You will also be required to manage individual employee matters such as grievances, performance management and discipline issues, and work closely with other units and regional offices to facilitate appropriate outcomes. 
  
Key Responsibilities:

• Provision of expert advice on contemporary industrial relations, high level dispute resolution, strategic employment frameworks and management of enterprise agreements to achieve business objectives.
• Management of the interpretation and provide advice on awards, enterprise agreements, legislation, policies and industrial relations matters to all levels of management and employees.
• Assist in the development and implementation of industrial strategy, variations to industrial instruments, Awards and Agreements, guidance materials, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Preparation and review of briefing material, cabinet submissions and correspondence in relation to industrial relations issues, employment and policy frameworks and best practice.
• Representing the Department and assistance in the negotiation, development and implementation of enterprise agreements for all employee groups, including relevant unions/employee representatives.
• Appear as an industrial advocate in Queensland Industrial Relations Commission, other tribunals and at high level negotiations with a range of stakeholders to support resolution of issues.

   
Highly desirable requirements

• Knowledge and/or experience in interpreting relevant legislation and industrial instruments, negotiating with employee representative bodies and/or managing grievances and disputes.
• Relevant qualifications in industrial and/or employee relations or human resources will be highly regarded.

The Organisation

Sharp & Carter are proud to partner with one of Queensland’s most prominent front line service providers to appoint this AO7 level temporary position into their Employee Relations, Relations and Standards Division.
  
How to Apply

If your next move aligns with this position, please apply directly using the link below and attach an updated copy of your resume.

For a confidential discussion around your career or more information on this role, please either email or call Donna Bliss on dbliss@sharpandcarter.com.au/0468 922 810.