* 493616
* 90 Sippy Downs Drive, UniSC Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 4556
* People and Culture
* Professional Level 8
* Part-Time
* People and Culture | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sipy Downs
* Level 8 $115,240 - $130,514 (pro rata) p.a, plus up to 17% employer superannuation
* Part-time (0.8 FTE / 29 hours per week), ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
UniSC is seeking a knowledgeable, positive and proactive Workplace Relations Consultant to provide expert advice on complex workplace and industrial relations matters. Reporting to the Associate Director, Workplace Relations and Business Partnering, you'll play a key role in shaping a best practise, contemporary, compliant and people first culture.
From enterprise bargaining and policy development to complex investigations and case management, you'll support leaders across the University and contribute to meaningful, high-impact initiatives. This is your chance to make a real difference in a values-led organisation committed to equity, innovation and regional impact.
You will
* Support the leadership and delivery of the workplace relations function for the University;
* Provide contemporary, expert advice and recommendations to stakeholders on complex workplace and industrial relations issues and other People and Culture matters;
* Contribute to the University's enterprise bargaining strategy, including the provision of strategic advice, planning and communications and act as a member of the University's enterprise bargaining team;
* Develop and implement workplace relations initiatives and projects and contribute to the evaluation of strategies and policy that advance the University's workplace relations framework;
* Manage the University's conduct and compliance response, ensuring a framework for the management of complaints, public interest disclosures, corrupt conduct and conflicts of interest; and
* Foster effective relationships with stakeholders including relevant unions and industrial associations, executive and senior staff.
About you
You will be an experienced workplace relations professional with a strong understanding of the Australian industrial landscape and a passion for building positive, inclusive, and compliant workplaces. With a strong background in navigating the ever-evolving world of legislative changes, enterprise bargaining and complex case management, you're confident navigating sensitive matters and providing clear, strategic advice to senior leaders and stakeholders.
You're not just a subject matter expert—you're a trusted advisor, a skilled negotiator, and a collaborative problem-solver. You thrive in environments that are dynamic and purpose-driven, and you're motivated by the opportunity to make meaningful contributions that support organisational change and foster a fair, respectful and accountable workplace culture.
At UniSC, you'll work as part of our Workplace Relations & Business Partnering team to bring your initiative, integrity and insight to a values-led university that is committed to equity, sustainability, innovation and regional impact. If you're looking to influence positive change and shape workplace relations in a forward-thinking and passionate team, we'd love to hear from you
You will possess:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications (eg. Human resources, law) with extensive experience; including specialist expertise or broad knowledge in employee relations and/or human resource management;
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Australian industrial relations framework, including employment-related legislation, including anti-discrimination, employment and workplace health and safety, as well as experience in the development, review, interpretation and application of human resources policies and procedures, awards and industrial agreements;
* Demonstrated experience in partnering with clients and stakeholders to provide a high level of employment law and industrial relations advice to senior staff and managers;
* Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate, effectively analyse, problem solve, consult, and negotiate to resolve workplace issues and grievances, draft policy and enterprise agreement provisions, and in the preparation of reports to senior staff;
* Demonstrated experience in change management processes;
* Provide specialist advice and support to key internal and external stakeholders including Senior P&C Business Partners, senior staff, managers/supervisors,
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
All applications must be lodged through the Careers at UniSC website.
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-
Applications for this position close midnight, Tuesday 2 September 2025.
Your completed application must include:
* a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Simone Young
Associate Director, Workplace Relations & Business Partnering
Telephone:
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* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packing options + 17% Super.
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