About The Role
The Principal Industrial Relations Consultant will provide a hands‐on, solution‐focused approach to overseeing and assisting with public health sector complex workplace relations matters and taking an advanced role in leading enterprise bargaining negotiations, identifying emerging industrial relations risks and actively intervening to promote positive industrial outcomes. This role is organisationally located within the Health Sector Industrial Relations Unit of the People and Culture Branch and while predominantly undertaking the key task of representing the Victorian government in all public health sector enterprise bargaining it will, on occasion, be required to undertake alternative duties within the broader branch.
About Us
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected. We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world‐class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
About You
* A tertiary qualification in employment law, human resources, industrial relations or other relevant field and/or significant experience in developing and implementing industrial relations strategies preferably within a government environment is desirable.
* Knowledge of current industrial relations issues as they relate to the health services field, industrial legislation, enterprise agreements and bargaining, and industrial tribunals would be highly desirable.
* Proven ability in providing industrial relations advice and as an industrial relations researcher, negotiator and advocate would be highly desirable.
What We Offer
* The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
* A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
* A strong commitment to work‐life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
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