Industrial Relations Specialist

Talentpath Recruitment; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Performance incentives

Professional development

Job summary

Talentpath Recruitment is seeking an experienced Industrial Relations specialist in Queensland for a 12-month fixed-term position. You will lead payroll compliance remediation across multiple regions, working with payroll, HR, and systems teams to implement changes and ensure accurate pay rules.

The role offers flexible work arrangements, stakeholder engagement opportunities, and professional development within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial relations, payroll compliance, or HR advisory roles.
• Strong understanding of enterprise agreements, employee entitlements, and IR legislation.
• Project management experience with timely delivery and scope.
• High capability with Excel and reporting tools for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret enterprise agreements and employee contracts for compliance.
• Lead end-to-end remediation projects relating to payroll, agreements, and entitlements.
• Collaborate with payroll, HR, and systems teams to implement changes and streamline processes.
• Coordinate testing and rollout of new pay rules and system updates with accuracy and compliance.
• Provide expert industrial relations advice and support dispute management and bargaining.
• Develop trackers, reports, and documentation to monitor progress.
• Conduct site visits to gather documentation and engage regional teams.
• Engage stakeholders to meet project milestones.

Skills

Industrial relations

Payroll compliance

HR advisory

Excel & reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

HR/IR qualification

Tools

Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

• Play a key role in compliance remediations for a large, complex operation | 12 Month FTC
• Flexibility with WFH options and work-life balance benefits
• Lead impactful projects that shape workplace practices and policies

The opportunity
This is an exciting chance to join a dynamic organisation navigating significant payroll and industrial relations projects across multiple regions on a 12 month FTC. Known for their commitment to compliance and positive workplace culture, they are seeking an experienced IR specialist to lead critical remediation efforts over the next few years. This role offers the unique opportunity to influence systems, processes, and employee experiences on a broad scale, all while working with a collaborative team dedicated to doing the right thing.

What's in it for you:

• Attractive salary package with potential performance incentives.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to lead impactful projects that shape workplace policies and systems.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and potential leadership pathways.
• A culture that values transparency, collaboration, and meaningful contribution.
• Work in a fast-paced, varied environment that challenges and develops your skills.
• Role-based in a regional office with a mix of WFH flexibility and key site visits.
• Be part of an organisation dedicated to doing things right, with strong stakeholder relationships.

About the role:

• Review and interpret enterprise agreements and employee contracts to support compliance efforts.
• Lead end-to-end remediation projects relating to payroll, agreements, and employee entitlements.
• Collaborate closely with payroll, HR, and systems teams to implement changes and streamline processes.
• Coordinate testing and rollout of new pay rules and system updates, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Provide expert industrial relations advice and support the management of disputes and bargaining.
• Develop and maintain trackers, reports, and documentation to monitor progress and ensure transparency.
• Conduct site visits to gather documentation, facilitate training, and engage with regional teams.
• Take ownership of stakeholder engagement with internal teams and external partners to meet project milestones.

About you:

• Proven experience in industrial relations, payroll compliance, or HR advisory roles, preferably within complex or multi-site organisations.
• Strong understanding of enterprise agreements, employee entitlements, and IR legislation.
• Project management experience with the ability to deliver initiatives on time and to scope.
• High capability with Excel and reporting tools, with a focus on data analysis and tracking.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to interpret and communicate technical IR concepts.
• Confident and proactive, with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to adapt quickly to ambiguity and navigate complex, evolving environments.
• Relevant qualifications in HR, IR, or related fields would be advantageous but are not mandatory.

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