Senior Employment Relations Leader

APA Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development programs

Employee benefits

Job summary

APA is seeking an Employment Relations Manager to lead the employment relations function within the People, Safety & Culture team, based in Sydney (or Melbourne/Brisbane depending on the successful candidate). You will drive governance, compliance, and workforce outcomes while advising senior leaders and guiding ER strategies across the organisation.

You will lead complex investigations, disputes and Fair Work Commission matters, partnering with Legal and Risk to manage organisational change and

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Australian employment relations and Fair Work framework.
• Experience managing complex and high‑risk ER matters including investigations and proceedings.
• Experience in regulated, unionised or infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and improvement of employment relations frameworks, governance and case management.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, awards and enterprise agreements.
• Provide expert ER advice to senior leadership and manage complex ER matters and investigations.
• Partner with Legal, Risk and stakeholders to manage ER risks during change and major projects.
• Coach and develop ER capability within the team.

Skills

Employment relations expertise

Stakeholder management

Legal/compliance knowledge

Negotiation/mediation

Leadership/coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Law/Business

Tools

Fair Work framework

Job description

APA is seeking an Employment Relations Manager to lead the employment relations function within the People, Safety & Culture team, based in Sydney (or Melbourne/Brisbane depending on the successful candidate). You will drive governance, compliance, and workforce outcomes while advising senior leaders and guiding ER strategies across the organisation.

You will lead complex investigations, disputes and Fair Work Commission matters, partnering with Legal and Risk to manage organisational change and