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Randstad HR Partners is seeking a progressive and dedicated National Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR) Lead for a leading global multinational blue-collar organisation. This critical role within the People, Safety and Environment unit will drive national ER/IR activities, ensuring consistency and best practice across the business. The role is based in the inner city suburb of Sydney but it is a national, multisite role and there’s expectations for regular interstate travel. This role offers a hybrid/flexible work arrangement.
Job Responsibility:
Provide expert, day-to-day ER/IR advice to key stakeholders, including Line Managers, HR Managers, and HR Business Partners
Advise on, participate in, or lead enterprise agreement negotiations and dispute settlement processes
Manage end-to-end claim processes (Fair Work, AHRC), including drafting submissions and providing advocacy in workplace tribunals
Oversee and advise on all workplace investigations, ensuring due process and compliance
Monitor IR compliance programs and provide written advice on industrial relations strategy, ensuring adherence to regulatory and Fair Work Commission requirements
Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal teams, external employer associations, government bodies, regulators, and union representatives
Deliver educational and development activities for Managers and HR teams on ER/IR matters
Requirements:
Tertiary qualification in HR/IR or equivalent industry experience in a similar role
Demonstrated high-level experience as an ER/IR practitioner in a large, complex organisation
Extensive experience in employee relations and industrial relations
What we offer:
Car allowance
Company performance bonus
Strong global organisational brand reputation
Hybrid/flexible work arrangement
Great leader, internal growth and progression opportunities