City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.

Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at “Why Stonnington”.

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

Please view the below documents for this position:

• Success Profile
• Inherent Requirements

As Workplace Relations Business Partner you will collaborate with people leaders to align workplace relations strategies with the council's long-term objectives, providing high-level guidance on employee relations and compliance with relevant legislation. Using your superior interpersonal skills and comprehensive understanding of employment law you will mentor and coach people leaders to enhance their skills in managing workplace relations issues, empowering them to foster high performance and a positive workplace culture.

You will also offer strategic insights on complex workplace relations matters, including grievance resolution and Fair Work compliance, ensuring leaders are informed and able to make business-aligned decisions and develop practical frameworks that enhance workplace relations capabilities across the organisation, preparing leaders to effectively address employee relations challenges.

You are also required to:
• Promote best practices for employee engagement and team dynamics, ensuring strategies are in place to support a high-performance culture aligned with business objectives
• Lead the resolution of employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and workplace conflicts, fostering a harmonious workplace environment.
• Provide clear and practical guidance on HR policies and industrial relations matters to employees and management, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and organisational standards.
• Continuously monitor and analyse employee and industrial relations trends to identify patterns, areas for improvement, and potential risks, enabling proactive management and strategic planning
• Take the lead in managing employee relations cases within your designated portfilo, collaborating closely with People Business Partners to provide expert guidance and support throughout the entire case lifecycle, ensuring fair and compliant resolutions.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive negotiation strategy for Enterprise Agreement discussions, ensuring alignment with Stonnington's organisational goals and priorities.
• Actively engage with key stakeholders, including management, employee representatives, and external advisors, to facilitate effective communication and collaboration throughout the negotiation process.
• Oversee the drafting and review of Enterprise Agreement proposals and documentation, ensuring clarity, compliance, and alignment with organisational objectives
• Implementation of ER/IR initiatives that align with strategic organisational goals and employee needs.
• Stay informed about changes in employment law, industrial relations, and HR best practices to ensure Stonnington remains compliant and competitive

This is a permanent full time position with an annual salary range of $105,785 - $117,494 per annum + 11.5 % superannuation and a monthly accrued day off.

We come together at least 3 days a week so we can collaborate in our vibrant office culture. When on-site you will enjoy modern and sustainable facilities and office spaces.

You are based within our bright, modern and sustainable 311 Glenferrie Road office on the corner of High Street and Glenferrie Road in Malvern where boutique stores, cafes and health clubs are in abundance. From the office you can easily walk to Malvern Gardens, High Street Armadale or Glenferrie Road. Malvern and Armadale Train Station are a short walk away and tram stops are out the front of the building.

As a permanent employee you also get access to our wellbeing program, employee assistance counselling program and receive 17.5% additional pay when on annual leave.

• Deep understanding of relevant technologies, procedures, and processes specific to the operating unit for effective supervision and management
• Strong grasp of the underlying principles of regulations, enabling accurate interpretation and application distinct from routine practices
• Ability to gain cooperation and assistance from clients, the public, and colleagues, effectively motivating and developing team members in the administration of broadly defined activities
• Proficient in liaising with counterparts in other organisations to discuss and resolve specialist problems, fostering collaboration and communication across different entities
• Tertiary qualification major in industrial relations and/or human resources management a related discipline preferred as well as a minimum of 5 years of experience in a strategic ER/IR role, with a proven track record in driving Workplace Relation strategies that align with organisational objectives
• Proven ability to advise on HR policies, and enterprise agreements and awards, to a diverse range of employees
• Comprehensive understanding of employment law, employee and industrial relations practices, and HR policies
• Proficient in navigating the complexities of employment relations, with a strong grasp of the principles and practices that underpin effective workplace dynamics
• Experience in negotiating and implementing enterprise agreements, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks and organisational policies.

Join Stonnington today. Work that matters. People who make a difference.

Enquiries

For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Theo Va’a, Talent Acquisition Advisor on [email protected]

For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

Submitting your application

We are no longer using Position Descriptions or Key Selection Criteria. Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you can ‘deliver’ the aspects of the role and that you have what is needed to ‘thrive’. These are the top two sections in the Success Profile. You do not need to have a heading of each point or address each point individually. Recommended no more than 2 pages for your cover letter.

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To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

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