Workplace Relations Advisor - Brisbane/Sydney

Cater Care; City of Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Job summary

Cater Care is seeking a Workplace Relations Advisor on a permanent part-time basis to support leaders across multiple sites. The role reports to the Group Workplace Relations Manager and focuses on handling performance matters, grievances, and policy development.

The ideal candidate has experience in interpreting the Fair Work Act, conducting investigations, and advising on ER/IR issues. Hybrid work in Brisbane or Sydney is offered; applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience in Workplace Relations/IR advisory roles.
• Familiarity with interpreting employment law (Fair Work Act).
• Ability to conduct workplace investigations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical advice on performance and disciplinary matters.
• Support leaders on performance issues and grievances.
• Interpret and advise on the Fair Work Act and industrial instruments.
• Conduct workplace investigations with evidence plans and reports.
• Help improve ER/IR policies and procedures.
• Stay up-to-date with HR/IR legislation and regulations.

Skills

Workplace relations

IR advisory

Stakeholder management

Investigation skills

Education

HR/IR qualification

Job description

Introduction:

WORKPLACE RELATIONS ADVISOR

Permanent part time opportunity - approx 28 hours per week
Grow your career in an innovative team
Brisbane or Sydney Based
Hybrid working environment

Are you an Employee/Workplace Relations Advisor looking to develop your career in a role offering variety and an opportunity within a growing, innovative multi site company?

Description:

About the role

Reporting directly to the Group Workplace Relations Manager, the role will be responsible to:

• Provide practical advice on workforce performance and disciplinary matters.
• Support/Provide practical advice to leaders on performance matters, behavioral issues, employee grievances.
• Interpret and advise on the Fair Work Act, employment contracts and industrial instruments.
• Conduct workplace investigations - evidence plans, interviews and findings report writing.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of ER/IR policies and procedures.
• Keep abreast of legislation and regulations in HR/IR.
• Utilise an online Workplace Relations case work system.
• Contribute to broader Workplace Relations projects and initiatives.

Skills and Experiences:

Skills, Experience, Attributes

• Proven years experience in a Workplace Relations/IR Advisor role
• Tertiary qualifications in HR/IR whilst preferable is not essential
• Experience in interpreting the Fair Work Act and industrial instruments
• Workplace incident investigation experience including witness interviewing and reporting
• Preparedness to develop advocacy skills in representing the Company in the Fair Work and EEO Commissions.
• Writing and reviewing ER/IR policies and procedures.
• Consulting and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage conflicting deadlines.
• Strong team and customer oriented and willingness to take on new challenges.

About Cater Care

Cater Care is a leading Australian-owned contract catering provider with 25 years of experience across Aged Care, Education, Retail and Remote Services.

Our success is built on Care, Pride and Community. We’re committed to developing our people, creating meaningful career opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples and people from diverse backgrounds.

Job Ref# - 5745