CRVCID No.
726132
We currently have opportunities
available to fill, including a Permanent Full Time or Part Time and
Fixed Term Full Time or Part Time with the possibility of
extension(s) and/or permanency.
Are you looking to expand your
industrial relations experience and work in a role that will assist
to achieve sustainable workforce outcomes within the WA health
system?
System-wide Industrial Relations
(SWIR) is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join our team
as a Level 7 Principal Industrial Relations Consultant.
About us
SWIR is a unit within the
Governance and System Support Directorate at the Department of
Health and has the remit to manage system-wide industrial relations
matters across the WA health system including the negotiation of WA
health system industrial agreements.
SWIR operates in a fast paced,
dynamic and challenging environment and no one day will be the
same. You will get exposure to a variety of stakeholders and issues
where you will gain valuable experience and exposure in a strategic
industrial relations context.
About you
Do you have a background and
passion in workforce and labour relations? Or human resources or
employee relations and seeking to diversify your skill set? We are
seeking applications from enthusiastic and energetic individuals to
fill Principal Industrial Relations Consultant positions.
Successful applicants will provide
high quality industrial and workplace relations consultancy,
advisory and representation services to WA Health within an
allocated portfolio to ensure consistent application of WA health
system-wide industrial relations instruments, regulatory policy
frameworks, public sector policies and related legislation.
In this position, suitable
applicants assist in negotiating WA health system industrial
agreements and support the development and implementation of
strategies to manage complex and health workforce issues and
disputes aligned with WA Health’s strategic direction.
About WA
Health
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 a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be
an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live
and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).
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. We may ask
referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of
ethical behaviour.
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
About your
application
Applicants are to provide a
detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history,
education and professional development, and a covering letter (no
more than 2 pages) addressing each of the following role specific
requirements:
- Substantial experience in the provision of
industrial relations consultancy services.
- Well developed negotiation
skills.
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 (available online
at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
These documents should be complete
and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you
allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as
you will be required to answer various questions and attach your
documentation.
For Further Job Related
Information: We encourage you to contact Jade Wagner
on 08 9222 9693.
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).
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
Whilst this selection process will initially be
used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other
"similar" vacancies throughout the health service. 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.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS
WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
