* Maternity Leave Contract | View to Extension | Growing Company
* National family-owned and operated business with over 90 years-experience
* Inhouse Legal IR/ER Role | Autonomy | Hybrid Work Arrangements | Attractive Remuneration
Everybody knows a JJ’s Truck when they see one. .. our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.
But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300!
We do more than collect the bin from your street, we also convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.
Our teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration and much more.. .
With so much opportunity, what is your career path?
ABOUT THE ROLE
As an Employee / Industrial Relations Specialist you will work in our Corporate Governance Team. You will provide guidance and advice to our business and depot leaders around employment-related matters, in a legally compliant manner that aligns with company policy.
This role offers a large amount of variety and autonomy. With the flexibility to choose the hours that match your availability and our business operations.
With a key focus on compliance and business support; you will be skilled in providing advice and eager to follow up with details to business leaders so they can manage the process.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide timely advice, coaching and support to leaders, and staff members on workplace relations matters, including modern award, legislation, and policy interpretation
* Provide day to day advice to leaders and team members on industrial and employee relations matters
* Support at the Fair Work Commission, at relevant conciliations, or with union representatives as required.
* Provide expert advice to business leaders on the impact of changing IR/ER legislation and its impact on our business.
* Monitor key employee relations metrics such as labour relations initiatives, grievance, disciplinary and performance management processes.
* Maintain and review relevant policies and procedures that align with legislation, EA’s and best practice including assisting in the implementation.
* Support the organisation with the negotiation and administration of enterprise agreements
* Develop meaningful relationships with key stakeholders to empower leaders in the management or employee and industrial relations matters
ABOUT YOU:
* 3 years + post-admission experience – private practice experience
* Demonstrated proficiency and experience in navigating employment law and industrial matters
* Exemplary drafting skills marked by meticulous attention to detail
* Have a strong understanding of industrial relations and employment law; be dedicated and have strong drafting, advisory and advocacy skills
* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* Ability to partner across a national level to a diverse group of stakeholders internally and externally
* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
* Self-motivated with the ability to work well within a team and autonomously
* Excellent people management and communication skills
* Experience in transport, logistics or service industry - preferred
* Demonstrated experience in management of full ER/IR processes including associated administrative components
BENEFITS
We appreciate there is more to life than work, we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location including:
* Australian family owned and operated business with over 90 years’ experience
* Full-time, flexible start/finish times
* WFH / Hybrid work arrangement
* Maternity leave contract – 6 months – view to extension
* Attractive remuneration
* Health-fund discounts
* Discounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)
* Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts – plus new car discounts
NEXT STEPS
Interested applicants should APPLY NOW
Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.
To view our other vacancies or more information about the role go to: www.jjswaste.com.au/careers
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Established in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australia’s largest, family-owned and operated waste management company.
From humble beginnings as a small family business, our team has grown across Australia, NZ & the US, and we’re passionate about effective waste management.
With a dynamic attitude that values our people, their safety and the environment. We strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee.
No agencies please, we’ve got this one covered! Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership