Employee Relations Specialist - 12 months fixed contract
As an Employee Relations Specialist reporting into our Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Youfoodz based in Karawatha, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert guidance on employee and industrial relations matters across the organisation. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end ER & IR cases, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and supporting business leaders in fostering a fair, compliant, and high-performing workplace. Working closely with HR, Payroll, Workforce Planning, and Workplace Health & Safety teams, you will drive process improvements and ensure best practices in ER & IR policies.
You will…- Manage and provide guidance on employee relations issues, including misconduct, grievances, and investigations.
- Lead confidential investigations with fairness and integrity.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation, industrial instruments, company policies, and procedures.
- Stay updated on employment law and advise on compliance and risk.
- Collaborate with Payroll, Workforce Planning, and WHS teams on labour initiatives and Award compliance.
- Act as the first point of contact for union-related matters.
- Engage with external legal advisors and providers on ER & IR matters.
- Deliver training sessions for managers and employees on HR policies and employment legislation.
- A degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in HR or employee relations.
- Experience conducting end-to-end workplace investigations.
- Proven ability to provide ER/IR support and advice to managers.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation and industrial relations frameworks.
- An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
- Analytical and a problem solver with strong attention to detail.
- A strategic thinker who can build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Resilient, professional, and adaptable to change.
- Approachable, energetic, and flexible in your approach.
- The opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing organisation.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Onsite gym at the facility
- Company discount - 70% off HelloFresh & 40% Youfoodz
- Competitive salary and employee benefits.
Start Date: Immediate start available (can accommodate notice period).Duration: 12 months contract, full-time role. Location: Karawatha #LI-Hybrid