Union Organiser Job at Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

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Director of Organising

This is an exciting national opportunity for an experienced organising leader to...

Location

New Zealand , Wellington

Salary:

Not provided

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

Expiration Date

March 10, 2026

Requirements

Strong organising leadership skills and knowledge and demonstrated competency in using those skills
A track record of organising leadership
An ability to demonstrate the key organising frameworks and coach and mentor these in the organising team
Commitment to honouring te Tiriti o Waitangi and ensuring the outcomes of Te Tino Rangatiratanga are met within our organising campaigns
Can build relationships across the union with members, member leaders, organisers and lead organisers.
Strong union values
Strong planning skills and ability to ensure national organising plans are reflected in local organiser work plans and accountabilities
A strong focus on winning
Some experience in digital organising
Experience in union campaigning

Job Responsibility

Lead our organising teams and lead the development of our organising models including digital organising
Ensure the organising goals of our campaigns and projects are met
Have special responsibility for member growth
Further build and extend the lead organiser model throughout NZNO
Lead digital organising
Play a central role in the development of an NZNO Māori organising model

Fulltime

Union Organiser

The National Tertiary Education Union (Victorian Division) covers staff employed...

Location

Australia

Salary:

99447.00 - 123082.00 AUD / Year

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

Expiration Date

March 02, 2026

Requirements

Highly motivated, member focused individual
Experience in organising, recruitment and campaigning in a trade union or social justice organisations
Commitment to building the trade union movement

Job Responsibility

Taking responsibility for the completion of organising, campaign, and administrative tasks or projects at the Branch level and state-wide
Travel between Branches
May be allocated to other NTEU Branches in Victoria from time to time

What we offer

Additional 17% employer superannuation
Rewarding career with a progressive organisation

Fulltime

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General Manager

At Aruma, we support more than 5,000 people across the east coast of Australia t...

Location

Australia

Salary:

Not provided

Aruma

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years’ experience in senior workplace relations, employment law, or industrial strategy roles
A relevant degree in Law, Industrial Relations, HR, or related field is preferred but not mandatory
Proven experience in enterprise bargaining, union negotiation, and representing organisations at the Fair Work Commission
A strong grasp of Fair Work legislation, Awards, NES, and best-practice industrial principles
Confidence in providing advice to senior executives and Boards on risk and compliance
Leadership experience — you’ve built high-performing teams and coached others through change
A mindset that balances compliance with compassion — ensuring every policy, decision or conversation is rooted in respect.

Job Responsibility

Provide high-level strategic and tactical advice across all workplace relations matters
Lead a small team of expert advisors in supporting a national, multi-site workforce
Represent Aruma in conciliation, mediation, and hearing settings, including with the Fair Work Commission
Lead enterprise agreement negotiations and shape industrial strategy
Support major transformation projects, restructures, and strategic workforce initiatives
Influence the development of values-aligned people policies that support safety, inclusion and compliance
Act as the senior point of contact for union engagement, building strong, constructive relationships across multiple jurisdictions
Lead and resolve complex workplace matters, including sensitive investigations
Contribute to building a direct engagement culture, reducing unnecessary third-party intervention while uplifting leadership capability.

What we offer

A senior leadership role in a growing, progressive and purpose-driven organisation
A flexible working environment with national reach and executive visibility
Generous salary packaging options, leave benefits, and development opportunities
A People & Culture team that’s collaborative, curious, and driven by genuine impact
A chance to shape how thousands of staff across Australia experience work — every day.

Fulltime

Organiser

Shape the Future of Higher Education. Join NTEU WA Division as an Organiser. Are...

Location

Australia

Salary:

112275.00 - 123082.00 AUD / Year

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

Expiration Date

March 09, 2026

Requirements

A strong commitment to trade union values and principles
Proven experience in advocacy, capacity building, and workplace issue resolution
Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative approach to achieving results
Experience in workplace leader identification and delegate development
Initiative and sound judgment in managing priorities and delivering outcomes

Job Responsibility

Resolve workplace challenges and advocate for fair outcomes
Develop and support workplace leaders, building capacity for sustained progress
Plan and execute campaigns that advance the rights and conditions of university staff

What we offer

17% employer superannuation

Fulltime

Senior HR Business Partner

A varied and rewarding role that blends strategic and the operational. A forward...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

70000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Michael Page

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong HR generalist background with experience partnering across multi-site operations
Experience within a commercial services, business-to-business or operationally complex environment is advantageous
Excellent working knowledge of UK employment law, including TUPE and union engagement
Confident managing ER matters, driving organisational change and shaping people solutions
Skilled communicator who can influence, coach and build strong relationships at all levels
A proactive problem solver who combines critical thinking with a collaborative, people-first approach
CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience) with a commitment to continuous professional development
Full driving licence required due to regional travel

Job Responsibility

Deliver people and culture strategies aligned to business goals across the commercial life-cycle (win, operate, grow, keep)
Lead and support change programmes, restructures and organisation design activity
Develop and implement People & Culture solutions to address skills gaps, engagement challenges and workforce needs
Partner with CoEs to embed policy updates, new frameworks and capability-building initiatives
Contribute to risk management through proactive mitigation planning and data-led insights
Act as a trusted adviser to leaders across multiple sites, ensuring consistent application of people policies and best practice
Manage complex employee relations cases, including TUPE and union engagement where required
Coach managers to build capability and confidence in leading their teams
Support employee experience, talent, succession and retention initiatives
Attend operational meetings to provide people insight, challenge thinking and influence decision-making

What we offer

£5,800 car allowance

Fulltime

New

Industrial Officer – Advocate

This position is responsible for the delivery of frontline industrial and advoca...

Location

Australia , Perth

Salary:

141551.00 - 163356.00 AUD / Year

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

Expiration Date

February 27, 2026

Requirements

Commitment to trade unions and public education
Demonstrated commitment to the values and objectives of the trade union movement and an understanding of, and commitment to, public education in Western Australia
Teamwork and organisational alignment
Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team, under the direction of the General Secretary, and in accordance with SSTUWA policies, procedures, and strategic priorities
Case assessment and workload management
Demonstrated ability to assess potential industrial and professional matters, exercise sound judgement, and prioritise workload in line with organisational priorities and member needs
Industrial advocacy experience
Demonstrated experience representing members or organisations within the Western Australian industrial relations system, including advocacy in disputes, negotiations, and formal or informal proceedings
Legislative and industrial knowledge
Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant industrial legislation, awards, agreements, and other industrial instruments applying to SSTUWA members

Job Responsibility

Act as an advocate for SSTUWA members and the Union in industrial and employment-related matters
Represent members in negotiations, meetings, and workplace processes
Undertake Commission work on behalf of members and the Union in the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) and other relevant jurisdictions, as authorised
Appear in conferences, conciliations, and hearings within delegated authority
Provide regular formal and informal industrial relations advice to members, workplace representatives, organisers, and Union officers
Provide advice to other industrial staff consistent with SSTUWA policy and legal direction
Assist with advice on matters relating to awards, agreements, legislation, and employment instruments
Identify and escalate complex, high-risk, or precedent setting matters to the General Secretary
Manage allocated member cases from intake through to resolution in accordance with SSTUWA systems and procedures
Prepare written submissions, correspondence, reports, and recommendations on member cases and industrial matters

What we offer

Employment conditions will be subject to the Officers of the State School Teachers’ Union of W.A. Conditions of Employment Agreement 2023 which provides amongst the best salary, superannuation and conditions of employment of any equivalent role in the union movement

Fulltime

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HRBP

Our client is one of the leading museum groups in Europe. With one of the larges...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

35000.00 - 38000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Significant HR generalist experience that is equivalent to CIPD Level 5
Current employment law and HR best practise experience
Ability to influence and coach a range of internal stakeholders
Able to apply strategic thinking to HR processes and procedures to enable continuous improvement
Capability across Conflict resolution, Collaborative problem solving, mediation, presentation, and project management skills
ICT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and HR Management Information Systems
Significant experience of successfully resolving complex case work managing organisational risk
A natural with processing, analysing and presenting complex data
Experience of delivering successful organisational change projects

Job Responsibility

Understand the strategic and operational aims and objectives of aligned directorates to develop appropriate people programs, solutions, and advice to support delivery
Collaborate with People team colleagues, using their knowledge and expertise to support the development and implementation of key people activities to foster a positive workplace culture
Provide professional support and guidance to managers on employee relations’ issues, taking the lead on complex casework
Work in partnership with Trades Unions to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the recognised trade unions
Enable and influence organisational design within directorates drawing on technical expertise and professional judgement to inform and shape
Work with senior managers to consider operational workforce requirements, liaising with specialist colleagues to ensure that the business area receives the support they need to address challenges
Use relevant people trends and metrics to inform the development of people programs, policies, and processes to meet strategic and operational requirements across wellbeing initiatives, employee retention, and engagement
Review and update people policies and procedures to meet strategic and operational objectives, employment legislation and best practice
Commit to good health & safety and access practice and ensure familiarity with company health & safety and access policies, procedures, and guidelines

What we offer

Competitive salary
Amazing pension scheme
28.5 days holiday as standard + bank holidays
This will increase to 33.5 days with service

Fulltime

New

Industrial Officer

Join a Team That Makes a Difference in Higher Education. The National Tertiary E...

Location

Australia , Taringa

Salary:

112275.00 - 140667.00 AUD / Year

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

Expiration Date

March 02, 2026

Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience
A strong understanding of trade union values and organising principles
Experience in negotiating workplace agreements and advocating before tribunals
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
A current driver’s licence

Job Responsibility

Support and coordinate industrial and organising campaigns
Provide members with advice, support and training on workplace rights and conditions
Negotiate collective agreements and represent members in disputes
Appear before tribunals and participate in university-level negotiations
Travel regularly to campuses throughout Queensland to meet with members and engage with local issues

What we offer

17% employer superannuation

Fulltime

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Union Organiser

Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)

Location:
Australia

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Expiration:
March 09, 2026

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