People need to get to work, home and everywhere in between and businesses rely on our roads. With a rich history dating back to 1926 and exciting future ahead, Main Roads Western Australia is the WA State Government agency responsible for managing the State's road network safely, connecting people and places. Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s about people.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and experienced professional to join our dynamic Employee Relations team at Main Roads. You will be responsible for providing an Industrial Relations (IR) and/or Employee Relations (ER) advisory service to managers and employees to resolve complex workplace matters. This includes:
- Participating in negotiations with unions and employees on workplace and industrial relations matters and assisting in negotiations of Main Roads industrial instruments.
- Performing research, analysis and providing time sensitive advice to management and employees.
- Preparing high quality written material including the development of guidelines, documents, and templates to assist managers in dealing with IR & ER issues and problems.
- Effectively interacting, building and maintaining relationships with senior management and other key stakeholders.
- Case managing Employee Relations matters including discipline, health management and performance management, while ensuring procedural fairness for parties involved.
About You
You will have considerable skill, knowledge, and experience in Industrial Relations and/or Employee Relations with a focus on problem solving and delivering positive outcomes in a large and complex organisation.
Your ability to research, analyse and provide advice to management, employees and unions, including in conflict situations matters, will be critical to your success in this role.
Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively interact, build and maintain relationships with senior management and other key stakeholders, are essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a result-driven person to develop their career by joining an innovative team within Main Roads. Our environment encourages people to improve business practices and actively contribute to the strategic direction of Main Roads.
What We Offer
At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.
In addition to our competitive salary and 12% superannuation, the following initiatives/benefits may be available:
- Attractive leave provisions
- Additional 3 days Public Service Leave per annum
- Choice of a 40 or 37.5 hour working week (or part-time)
- Training and development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing focus
Submitting Your Application
Please submit the following as part of your application:
- A comprehensive CV demonstrating relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
- A copy of your current Western Australian ‘C’ or C-A” Class (car) motor vehicle drivers’ licence or an approved equivalent.
- If applicable to you (not mandatory), a copy of your Diploma in Human Resources Management, or other relevant discipline.
- A statement outlining your considerable skill, knowledge and experience in the following three (3) criteria in no more than three (3) pages:
- Contemporary industrial relations or employee relations experience with an emphasis on delivering satisfactory organisational outcomes.
- Providing advice and options to management, employees and unions for resolving workplace issues including in conflict situations.
- Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships.
If you have any questions about the role, contact Stewart Lawton, Principal Industrial Relations Consultant 0477 221 592, not to be contacted for assistance with application.
For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to full participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.
Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.
We're building a diverse workforce
At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.
We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!
Additional Information
All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.
Applicants are required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and obtain a National Police Clearance prior to appointment as part of this recruitment process.
Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.
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