About usHammondCare is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that is passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need. As one of Australias most innovative health and aged care providers, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for people with complex needs. HammondCare provides care primarily through hospitals, residential care homes and home-based care as well as services for dementia support, community palliative care, rehabilitation, positive aging and older persons mental health.The opportunityThe Employee Relations Manager provides strategic and commercial employee and industrial relations advice across the full range of ER/IR activities and is responsible for the day-to-day management of our Employee Relations and People Advisory team. This role supports the General Manager, Employee Relations and Reward to build organisational capability in contemporary ER/IR practice and lead enterprise bargaining negotiations.Key Focus AreasProvide day-to-day management of the Employee Relations and People Advisory team, including capability development and case allocationProvide strategic and commercial advice across the full range of ER/IR activitiesCoach leaders and the broader People Team to build capability in contemporary ER/IR practice, including interpretation and understanding of industrial instruments, policies and legislationSupport the development and implementation of ER/IR solutions that enable execution of organisational strategyLead the consultation and negotiation process for HammondCares enterprise agreements, and support consultation processes in respect of major changeThis role is based in St Leonards, with hybrid working options.What we can offer youWe care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including:NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit (up to $2,650 tax free)Additional leave purchase options and 14 weeks paid parental leaveFlexible working options, including hybrid arrangementsDiscounts on everyday products and servicesDiscounted healthcare memberships - access to network of fitness centres and pools for employees and familiesFree independent, confidential counselling services, wellbeing resources and webinars available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.Health & Wellbeing programmesReward & Recognition programmesReferral bonusesCareer and professional development opportunitiesDuties includeDeliver tailored, informed advice in relation to complex ER/IR problems and support the creation and implementation of innovative solutionsSupport the People Advisory team to deliver best practice performance management and independent workplace investigationsRepresent HammondCare in the Fair Work Commission and other relevant tribunals as requiredEngage with and respond to relevant trade unions as requiredWith support from the General Manager, Employee Relations and Reward, manage the day-to-day consultation and negotiation process for HammondCares enterprise agreements in line with HammondCares employee relations strategy and philosophyProvide advice and support for consultation processes in respect of major organisational changeSupport capability development in leaders and the broader People Team in the application of contemporary ER/IR practice and procedureProvide interpretation and explanation of industrial instruments and legislationAny other duties required by HammondCare from time to timeWho are you?Commitment to engage and align with HammondCares Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in ActionTertiary qualifications in Employee or Industrial Relations, Human Resource Management, Law or a related fieldSignificant demonstrated experience in the ER/IR space with minimum 3 years experience in an ER/IR Management roleDemonstrated experience managing, supporting and motivating teamsProven experience liaising and negotiating with unionsProven experience in implementing change initiatives aligned to organisational strategyStrong knowledge of employment legislation and industrial instrument interpretationStrong technical and interpretative skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsSignificant influencing, negotiation and stakeholder management skillsExperience in aged care / health care settings (desirable)Experience in a not-for-profit setting (desirable)If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare,Apply Now! For any specific queries please contact talent@hammond.com.au.Pre- Employment ChecksAll short-listed applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and references.HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Employee Relations Manager