CRVCID. 750359

This is a Permanent Full Time or Permanent Part Time appointment. We currently have 1.0 FTE available.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. 

Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within DOH and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

About Us: The System-wide Industrial Relations unit at the Department of Health provides strategic leadership in State-wide industrial and workplace relations matters affecting a workforce of over 50,000 employees across the WA public health system. Our team brings together human resources, workplace relations, industrial relations and legal expertise to deliver high-quality consultancy services and advice across the health system and broader public sector. We work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where every day presents new challenges and opportunities to make an impact.

Your new role: This is an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals seeking to build their experience in strategic workplace and industrial relations within one of Western Australia's largest and most complex public sector organisations. As an Industrial Relations Officer, you will play a role in enterprise bargaining and industrial negotiations, contribute to the development of industrial agreements and be part of a team representing the WA health system in engagements with unions and industrial tribunals. You will assist in providing high-quality strategic advice and consultancy services, including researching and analysing complex State-wide industrial and workplace matters, to ensure employment conditions are applied consistently and in accordance with industrial instruments, legislation and public sector policies. Working under direction and with stakeholders across the WA health system and government, you will contribute to the delivery of State-wide projects and reform initiatives that support Government priorities and strengthen workforce outcomes.

Employee Benefits:  In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here. 
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Joshua Chapman on 08 9222 6442.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

Your application should include:

1. A tailored CV no more than three (3) pages that sets out your skills, experiences and key achievements in context of this position.
2. A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages addressing each of the following role specific requirements.
   - Demonstrated sound research, conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills;
   - Demonstrated time management and organisational skills including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines with limited supervision; and
   - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team, build relationships and develop rapport with a range of stakeholders.
3. The names and contact details of two referees, including your current supervisor/manager.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements can be found in the attached Job Description Form.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.