Assistant Director Industrial Relations

Human Resources and Safety; City Of Cockburn; On-site; AUD 157,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety agency in Australia is looking for an Assistant Director of Industrial Relations to join their Corporate Services team. This role involves implementing strategic plans and leading the negotiation of key workplace agreements. The ideal candidate will have experience in industrial relations and exceptional leadership skills. This is a full-time, fixed-term position based in Cockburn Central, offering a competitive salary and benefits like flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities.

Benefits

24/7 access to on-site gym

Long service leave after 7 years

Paid parental leave

Professional career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial relations and workplace reform.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Strong leadership skills to guide teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor strategic plans for industrial relations.
• Support the negotiation of enterprise agreements and maintain relations.
• Represent the department at industrial tribunals.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Workplace Reform Strategies

Education

Relevant qualifications in Human Resources or Industrial Relations

Job description

Assistant Director Industrial Relations Salary : Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024 - Level 8 - $157,900 - $171,005 Location : Cockburn Central Unit / Division : Corporate Services Work Type : Fixed Term - Full Time Position No : 006681 Closing Date : 2026-01-07 4 : 00 PM Attachments : -

This is a 12‑month, fixed-term opportunity commencing immediately, with the possibility of extension and / or permanency.

This selection process maybe used to fill other similar at level vacancies that arise within twelve (12) months. Applicants deemed suitable but not recommended may be considered for those roles.

About Us

As Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property.

By empowering our people, we create a diverse and capable organisation where we are united and supportive allowing us to work better together. It’s crucial that as a collective, our employees, volunteers and the general public have all the tools they need to safely and effectively manage emergency events.

To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.

About the Role

As a key member of the Human Resources and Safety Directorate Leadership Team, you will play an active role in shaping, implementing, and monitoring both directorate and branch strategic plans.

As the leader of the Industrial Relations branch, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing industrial relations and workplace reform strategies that drive positive change across the organisation. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to foster a constructive and inclusive workplace culture. By delivering effective, efficient, and high-quality industrial relations services, you will directly support DFES’s strategic and operational objectives. Your leadership will ensure that programs and initiatives are implemented in a timely manner and aligned with the needs of both the workforce and the organisation.

You will also be required to represent the Department at Industrial Tribunals, oversee the negotiation and registration of the Western Australian Fire Service Enterprise Bargaining Agreement and the Fleet and Equipment Services Agreement as, as well as the modernisation and ongoing maintenance of the DFES Agency Specific Industrial Agreement.

Leadership Behaviours are applicable to this role, and you are expected to demonstrate the relevant behaviours aligned to the context of Leading Leaders. Additional details on expected behaviours are attached.

Employment Conditions and Additional Information

DFES is an emergency services organisation and all employees may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours to assist with emergencies.

If you don’t want to miss out on this great opportunity, Apply Now!

All applications must be submitted online, simply click 'Apply for Job', located at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions.

To apply for this position, please submit the following :

• Evidence of qualification attained.
• A maximum two (2) page statement addressing essential criteria Two (2), Three (3) and Four (4) contained in the attached job description form and in the context of the position responsibilities.
• A current comprehensive CV that clearly demonstrates your relevant competencies and experiences, including the names of two referees who can attest to your suitability to this role.
• Completed Authorisation to Conduct Background Check Form.

To assist with your application and provide you with more detail about the application process, please click on the attachedApplicant Information Pack.

Please do not send your application to Stacey Naughtin or seek their assistance with lodging your application.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process. All information provided is private and confidential and will only be used to provide reasonable adjustments. Please contact us at.

Please Note :

• All Essential Criteria listed in the Job Description Form will be assessed during the course of the selection process.
• Referees may be contacted at any stage during the process.
• Ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application onlinebefore4 : 00pm (WST).
• Any late, emailed or proforma applications submitted will be rejected.
• An executive search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment to this role.

Integrity and Honesty

Integrity and honesty are key requirements of this role. Applicants are advised that :

• Selection panels may contact non-nominated referees to facilitate subsequent verifications during the selection phase.
• Applicants are required to give permission to selection panels to contact past employers for background and integrity checks to facilitate subsequent verifications during the selection phase.
• DFES will test and validate claims about integrity and honesty by undertaking referee checking with past supervisors that includes questions relating to integrity.
• Qualifications, membership and associations will be verified with the relevant university or organisation.

Please ensure you complete, sign and scan the Authorisation to Conduct Background Check Form (refer attached) and submit it along with your application.

Benefits of Working With DFES

As well as a great salary and being a part of something rewarding with key networking opportunities, our employees also enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include :

• Free 24 / 7 access to an on-site gym.
• Opportunities to assist during statewide emergency incidents.
• Great work / life balance through flexible working and leave arrangements.
• Long service leave after 7 years.
• Paid parental leave as well as other attractive leave options.
• Access to salary packaging options.
• Professional Career Development Opportunities.

Eligibility To Apply

You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanentresidency.

National Police Certificate

A condition of employment for new employees of DFES is that a currentNational Police Certificate(less than 3 months old) is provided prior to commencement.

Choice of Super

TheFire and Emergency Services (Superannuation Fund) Regulations 1986, prevents DFES from offering choice of super for permanent appointments. Those appointed permanently, only have the following two options :

• Remain with their existing GESB Superannuation account; or
• Join the Fire and Emergency Services Superannuation Fund (for more information).

Those appointed on a fixed term contract do have choice of super, however if converted to permanent, employees will need to choose one on the two options listed above.

DFES Supports Diversity and Inclusion

DFES supports inclusion and diversity and advocates the value of inclusiveness where all DFES personnel are encouraged to contribute fully and are recognised and valued for their differences in an environment that is free from discrimination and the negative effects of bias, both conscious and unconscious.

People from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal Australians and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. DFES may prioritise recruitment decisions based on theEqual Opportunity Act 1984(WA).

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