Our client is a newly established national public health agency, headquartered in Canberra.
Set up as an independent body within the Australian Public Service, the agency plays a key role in protecting the health of Australians.
As a young organisation, it is still building the systems, policies and culture that will carry it for years to come, and its people function is a big part of that work.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced EL1 Enterprise Agreement / HR Specialist for an initial 6-month contract, with a strong focus on industrial relations and enterprise bargaining.
Rather than inheriting a well-worn rulebook, you will help write it.
This is a rare chance to put your stamp on the people function of a new agency while working closely with its senior leaders.
You’ll have the chance to:
Lead the agency’s enterprise agreement bargaining, consultation and rollout
Help build HR policies and practices from the ground up, not just maintain them
Have real influence, working directly with senior executives on people strategy
The Role
In this role you will provide expert, hands-on advice across strategic and operational HR, with industrial relations at the core.
You’ll be responsible for:
Leading the agency’s enterprise agreement bargaining, consultation and implementation
Providing expert advice on complex industrial and employee relations matters
Giving authoritative advice on employment legislation, APS employment frameworks, HR policy and complex workforce matters
Using workforce data and insights to inform executive decision-making and people strategy
Championing employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and develop HR policies that support a positive, values-led culture
Leading complex HR projects and organisational change initiatives that build workforce capability
Working closely with senior executives and stakeholders to make sure people considerations are built into organisational strategy
The Ideal Person
You are a well-respected HR professional who moves comfortably between big-picture strategy and day-to-day operational advice.
You have the industrial relations know-how and credibility to guide senior leaders through sensitive workforce matters.
You are at ease when not everything is set in stone yet, and you see building something new as a genuine opportunity rather than a headache.
If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves at the bargaining table as much as shaping long-term people strategy, this one is worth a closer look.
You will bring the following skills and experience:
Significant experience across strategic and operational HR, including performance management, employee and industrial relations, case management and workforce capability
Considerable experience in enterprise bargaining and complex IR matters, including supporting lead negotiators, consultation and implementation
Strong knowledge of employment legislation and public sector employment frameworks, and the ability to apply them to complex matters
Sound analytical skills and judgement, with the ability to give practical, strategic advice to senior leaders
Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, building trusted relationships with employees, executives, unions and bargaining representatives
Experience leading, developing and empowering HR professionals
A high level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters
The ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance
It’s desirable if you have:
A tertiary qualification in human resources, organisational development, business administration or a related field
Extensive practical experience in strategic workforce management and leadership will also be considered
Salary / Rate
$85/hr – $105/hr + Super
Initial 6-month contract
Canberra based, with hybrid working arrangements available
How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Fowler on 02 6108 4878…