The Employee Relations branch are seeking to fill two (2) fixed term, full time (1.0FTE) positions:
- 1 x twelve (12) month fixed term appointment with possibly permanency.
- 1 x six (6) month fixed term appointment.
The Labour Relations Branch operates in a complex human resources industrial environment and is responsible for ensuring policies and practices in the Department are developed and consistently applied; improved employment conditions and workplace flexibility within legislative and economic constraints; and for the provision of strategic, operational, industrial and complaint management advice, training, advocacy and negotiation in relation to all central and regional offices and schools.
The Role
If successful, you will join the Labour Relations team, providing strategic advice, training, support, and information on matters such as Award and Agreement interpretation, employment, industrial relations, and performance management. You will work with a high degree of autonomy, under the broad direction of the Manager of Labour Relations and Principal Labour Relations Advisors. Your responsibilities will include conducting complex research and analysis, reporting on key issues, and making informed recommendations to support effective labour relations outcomes.
As a Senior Labour Relations Advisor, you will represent, promote, and protect the interests of the Department and key stakeholders at a senior level in various industrial relations forums and other settings. You will contribute to the development, implementation, and review of a wide range of employee and labour relations policies and procedures. Additionally, you will provide direct, practical advice to School Leadership Teams including Principals and Central Office Line Managers, by phone, email, or in-person discussions.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sam Dane, Manager Labour Relations on (08) 9264 5959 or emailing Samuel.Dane@education.wa.edu.au.
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include a comprehensive CV of up to (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE981025
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday 23 July 2025.
