Workplace Relations Specialist

Provide expert advice on employee relations, legislation, and change management

Salary between $128,405-$144,881 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation

12-month temporary position

Access hybrid/flexible work arrangements, including WFH and RDO scheme

Make a Difference Where You Work

Willoughby City Council is seeking a proactive and confident Workplace Relations Specialist, in a 12-month temporary role, to join our People & Culture team. If you're ready to play a key role in fostering a positive, fair, and legally compliant workplace culture, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Purposeful Work: Shape how we work together through sound employee relations and strategic workplace advice.

Diverse Challenges: Support leaders on a wide range of matters – from performance and conduct to investigations and disciplinary processes.

·Collaborative Environment: Partner with experienced professionals in a forward-thinking Council.

About the Role

As the Workplace Relations Specialist, you will:

Provide expert guidance on employee relations, employment law, and award interpretation.

Lead or assist with investigations, disciplinary matters, Code of Conduct complaints, and change processes.

Support leaders to effectively manage performance, conflict, and risk.

Liaise with unions, legal advisors, and external investigators.

Oversee the internal Consultative Committee and contribute to policy development and training.

Develop and deliver support to strengthen manager and P&C capability in employment practices and issue resolution.

What You’ll Bring

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Industrial Relations, Employment Law, Human Resources or related discipline.

Strong demonstrated experience in employee and industrial relations, ideally in a Local or State Government sector or unionised environment.

Significant experience in workplace investigations and reporting.

Confidence in handling complex matters with discretion and procedural fairness.

Excellent communication, negotiation and coaching skills.

Desirable

Experience in WHS and Workers Compensation related matters.

Post Graduate Qualifications in employment law.

How to apply

Visit https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact Monica Lonergan, Manager/ People & Culture at [email protected].

Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: 11.30 pm, Sunday, 13 July 2025

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.