Manager, Workforce Relations

Sa-Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Relocation assistance

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is seeking a Manager, Workforce Relations to join our People and Culture team in the Adelaide Metro Northern region. This temporary, full-time role will provide expert industrial and employee relations consultancy to the Executive and senior managers to facilitate management of employee relations matters.

You will advise on employment law, develop workforce strategies, and ensure compliance with policies and industrial instruments, serving as the

Qualifications

• Significant experience in industrial relations or a related field.
• Strong understanding of employment law and industrial instruments.
• Proven ability to lead and resolve complex industrial processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert industrial and employee relations consultancy to the Executive and senior managers.
• Serve as the primary interface for employee relations with unions, SA Health and the South Australian Employment Tribunal.
• Develop and implement workforce strategies and ensure compliance with legislation and policies.

Skills

Industrial Relations

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Job description

Job no: 952032
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern
Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Human Resources and WHS

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – People and Culture
• Salary: $130,046 - $134,956 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – ASO8
• Temporary 6 month contract- Full-Time

About the Role:

Are you a seasoned Industrial Relations professional seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in healthcare? Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is seeking an exceptional Manager, Workforce Relations to join our dedicated team. This temporary, full-time position based in the Adelaide Metro Northern region will allow you to leverage your expertise and drive positive change within our dynamic organisation. In this role, you will provide expert and comprehensive industrial and employee relations consultancy, information and assistance to the NALHN Executive and senior managers to facilitate the management of all employee relations matters.

This role is the primary interface for NALHN on employee relations matters between senior managers, SA Health, relevant employee associations and the South Australian Employment Tribunal.

In addition you will provide expert advice and guidance on employee relations matters, developing and implementing workforce strategies and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and industrial instruments.

About you:

To excel in this role, you must possess exceptional communication and negotiation skills, coupled with a deep understanding of employment law and industrial relations practices. Your ability to navigate complex situations with tact and diplomacy will be instrumental in resolving conflicts and maintaining harmonious working relationships.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity you will have significant experience in a similar role with exceptional interpersonal skills, strong analytical abilities and a proven track record of leading and resolving significant industrial processes.

About us:

he Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (general employment)

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category C (minimal patient contact)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 952032

Enquiries:

Mandy Palumbo

Executive Director People and Culture

Phone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Application Closing Date:

25 September 2026– 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

952032 Manager Workforce Relations People and Culture ASO8 Role Description.pdf

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