- Supportive Team Environment and Workplace Culture
- Full time / Permanent role
- $113,744 - $120,591 per annum plus super
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Industrial and Employee Relations Business Partner to join our dynamic team.
At City of Salisbury we understand the crucial role that employee relations and industrial harmony play in achieving business objectives. As an Industrial and Employee Relations Business Partner, you will be instrumental in cultivating a culture of collaboration, fairness, and productivity within our organization. You will have the opportunity to utilize your expertise to influence policies, resolve conflicts, and support the overall well-being of our employees.
Who we are:
The City of Salisbury is a local government entity and encompasses an area of 158km2. We are a customer focused organisation, providing essential services to residents and visitors, in a dynamic and flexible working environment.
The People and Performance Division is at the heart of our commitment of City of Salisbury being a Great Place to Work.
We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every employee feels valued, safe, and empowered to contribute their best. Our division plays a crucial role in aligning our organizational values with our everyday practices, ensuring that we prioritize the well-being of our employees while driving sustainable business success.
Working closely with the People and Performance Leadership team, People and Performance Specialised Business Partners along with relevant stakeholders, the successful candidate will join a team of passionate professionals who are genuinely engaged in making City of Salisbury a Great Place to Work.
The role:
Reporting to the People and Performance Operations Team Leader as part of a broader People & Performance team, this crucial position will offer expert advice, support, and direction on various workplace concerns. Responsibilities include conducting meticulous investigations into employee grievances, allegations of misconduct, harassment, and other workplace issues.
Duties:
- Provide specialist employee relations advice and support, including the negotiation of Enterprise Agreements and other Agreements as required.
- Be a part of the negotiation strategy to support all EA negotiations for the organisation.
- Coordinate all aspects EA negotiations to administratively assist and drive optimal outcomes in way of communication planning and change management advice and execution.
- Provide specialist industrial relations advice and support, including at an organisational SME level for our leadership team. Deliver specialist business partnering services to the organisation to drive capability and deliver business objectives connected to the overarching People Strategy
- Provide quality and timely case management in relation to queries, complaints and issues that arise on an operational basis.
- Deploy People and Performance initiatives across the organisation within the industrial and or employee relations frameworks.
- Effective oral & written communication skills, including report writing, presentation, facilitation, consultation, negotiation, coaching and dispute resolution.
- Ability to analyse complex data and ensure appropriate level of reporting is occurring to ensure metrics are being met within the IR / ER space.
Specialist Skills & experience:
- Tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management/Industrial Relations or related fields or a broad generalist experience in a similar role.
- Proven success in the development, delivery and evaluation of human resource and industrial relations initiatives.
- Effective oral & written communication skills, including report writing, presentation, facilitation, consultation, negotiation, coaching and dispute resolution.
- High level of proven experience in industrial and employee relations.
- Understanding of continuous improvement frameworks and principles and business change programs.
- Develop communication plans to assist with change management initiatives.
Why you want to join this Team!
City of Salisbury is renowned as an employer of choice, offering outstanding working conditions, which include:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employees at City of Salisbury enjoy a robust benefits package includes income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries, health and wellness programs designed to support their overall well-being including skin checks, health seminars, flu vaccinations and free access to counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Programs.
- Professional Development Opportunities: The City prioritises continuous learning and career growth, offering employees access to training workshops, seminars, study leave, and tuition reimbursement programs to enhance their skills and expertise.
- Work-Life Balance Initiatives: Recognising the importance of work-life balance, City of Salisbury promotes flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies, flexi-time and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
- Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture: Diversity and inclusivity are core values at City of Salisbury, fostering a supportive environment where all employees are valued and respected.
- Community Engagement: Employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through various community engagement initiatives supported by the City.
These outstanding working conditions reflect City of Salisbury's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent, promoting employee well-being, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Specific enquiries can be made to Kia Logan, Manager, People and Performance on 0498 401 157.
To submit your application for this position please provide a cover letter and CV to klogan@salisbury.sa.gov.au
Applications close 5pm, Friday 2 August 2024.
People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.
