Industrial Relations Specialist

Perigon Group; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Flexible working

Job summary

Perigon Group in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Industrial Relations Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide specialist IR/ER advice, guide leaders through investigations, and navigate industrial relations matters in collaboration with the HR team.

The role requires strong knowledge of the Fair Work Act and enterprise agreements, with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. Hybrid working and onsite parking are available in Brisbane.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing complex IR/ER matters.
• Strong knowledge of the Fair Work Act, Modern Awards and enterprise agreements.
• Experience handling disputes, claims or Fair Work Commission matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to translate information into practical advice.

Responsibilities

• Providing specialist advice across employee and industrial relations matters
• Guiding leaders through performance, conduct, workplace investigations and disputes
• Advising on the application of industrial instruments and employment legislation
• Assisting with matters progressing through the Fair Work Commission
• Working collaboratively with HR colleagues to navigate sensitive or challenging people matters
• Supporting engagement with unions and other workplace representatives
• Building IR capability across the broader HR and leadership community
• Contributing to workplace relations projects, frameworks and continuous improvement

Skills

IR/ER expertise

Fair Work Act knowledge

Enterprise agreements knowledge

Dispute handling

Stakeholder partnering

Strong communication

Interpreting IR info

Job description

12-Month Contract | Brisbane | Flexible Working
An opportunity has become available for an experienced Industrial Relations Specialist to join a large, complex organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Working as part of an established people function, this position will suit someone who enjoys the technical side of workplace relations but is equally comfortable partnering with leaders, navigating challenging scenarios and finding pragmatic solutions.

Your role will include:

• Providing specialist advice across employee and industrial relations matters
• Guiding leaders through performance, conduct, workplace investigations and disputes
• Advising on the application of industrial instruments and employment legislation
• Assisting with matters progressing through the Fair Work Commission
• Working collaboratively with HR colleagues to navigate sensitive or challenging people matters
• Supporting engagement with unions and other workplace representatives
• Building IR capability across the broader HR and leadership community
• Contributing to workplace relations projects, frameworks and continuous improvement

About you

We're looking for someone who can bring strong technical knowledge while remaining practical and solutions focused.

You may come from an industrial relations, employee relations, workplace relations or employment law background and will ideally have:

• Demonstrated experience managing complex IR/ER matters
• Strong working knowledge of the Fair Work Act, Modern Awards and enterprise agreements
• Experience handling disputes, claims or Fair Work Commission matters
• Confidence partnering with senior stakeholders and providing advice on sensitive issuesStrong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to interpret industrial information and translate it into clear, practical advice

The opportunity

This is a 12-month fixed term contract with a well-established organisation offering a supportive and experienced team environment. The role is based in Brisbane, with hybrid/flexible working arrangements and onsite parking available.