Senior Workplace Relations Advisor
West Moreton Health
Posted 1 day ago
About the role
In this specialist advisory role, you will lead complex industrial and workplace relations matters, guiding HR Business Partners and senior leaders through disciplinary processes, investigations, grievances, appeals, IMEs and more. You will expand on your expertise by leading advocacy in the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission (QIRC) and defending claims to WorkCover Qld.
Your expertise will influence policy, drive resolution of disputes, and contribute to a culture of integrity and accountability across the Health Service.
Flexibility is more than a perk—it's how we work. Whether you're based in Brisbane, the Gold Coast or prefer a hybrid arrangement, we support work environments that suit your lifestyle and enhance your productivity.
About You
You're a seasoned professional with:
- Extensive experience in workplace relations and/or employment law
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound judgment
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
- Thorough knowledge of legislation, Enterprise Agreements, and Awards
Why Join Us?
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
- A collaborative, values-driven team culture
- Opportunities to shape culture and drive meaningful change
- A role that challenges and rewards your expertise
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the southeast corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036.
As the West Moreton community expands, we are committed to transforming and optimising our care through service redesign, research, and innovation to continue to meet the healthcare needs of our growing and diverse community.
Our transformation starts with our people, and we well positioned to enhance our employee experience through the evolution of our well established #everyoneisaleader leadership competency framework.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
About West Moreton Health
WMHHS services a population of approximately 252,000 people which is forecast to increase to an expected 593,000 people by 2036 (an increase of 136 per cent).
Services
WMHHS delivers health services across the continuum of care: preventative and primary health care services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health and mental health and specialised services (including Offender Health and Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs). Services are provided by:
•Boonah Health Service
•Community Health Services
•Esk Health Service
•Gailes Community Care Unit
•Gatton Health Service
•Goodna Community Health
•Ipswich Hospital
•Ipswich Oral Health Clinic
•Ipswich Community Health Plaza
•Laidley Health Service
•The Park Centre for Mental Health, Treatment, Research and Education.
West Moreton Hospital and Health Service has four core values:
•Really care
Every day we are proud of how we care for our patients, how we work together and how we deliver our work.
•You matter
We are part of the community we serve. What is important to our community is important to us. We respond to your feedback about our work, our attitude, the services we provide and the way we provide them.
•We deliver
Our patients, their families, our colleagues, our staff, our partners and our community can be confident in our people and our services. We honour our commitments.
•Be the best
We are here to make our patients’ healthcare experience the very best it can be. We aspire to realise our vision and be Your Partner in Healthcare Excellence.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
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