**Employee Relations Lead Role**
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Employee Relations Lead to join our team on a 6-month contract, based at our Brisbane head office in Cannon Hill.
This role will partner closely with our ER Manager to provide strategic and operational support to senior leaders and line managers across our functions.
A key focus will be shaping and executing our Employee and Industrial Relations (ER/IR) strategy across a complex landscape of 20+ Enterprise Agreements. You'll play a critical role in ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment across agreements, while supporting business continuity and workforce engagement.
You'll also work collaboratively with HR Managers, business leaders, employees, and unions to resolve workplace issues, ensure compliance, and foster constructive relationships across all levels of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategising and aligning ER/IR practices across multiple Enterprise Agreements to support operational consistency and mitigate risk.
* Resolving a wide range of workplace issues, including disputes and grievances, to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment.
* Ensuring compliance with industrial agreements and employment legislation, while providing expert guidance to HR and business leaders.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with unions, employees, and management through open communication and collaborative problem-solving.
* Supporting HR Managers in delivering ER initiatives that enhance workforce engagement, performance, and organisational effectiveness.