Current job vacancies - Labour Relations Officer

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Are you ready to make your mark?

We have an exciting opportunity for a new or recent graduate to join our growing council.  By providing hands on experience and targeted training, we’ll develop your capability to develop, manage and promote positive employer/employee relationships and external stakeholder relationships with unions and government bodies.

Your contributions will include evidenced-based research and collaboration via administrative support during negotiations, industrial tribunal preparation and strategy development.

The Labour Relations Officer is a highly adaptable role and represents an outstanding opportunity for those seeking a highly rewarding career.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting the development of the City’s bargaining and industrial agreement strategies and participating in agreement negotiations and implementation.
• Providing advice and guidance to the business across a range of labour relations issues.
• Assist the business in interpreting industrial instruments, employment contracts, employment policies and procedures.
• Supporting the preparatory work for the City in matters before the WA Industrial Relations Commission.

Labour Relations Officer Position Description

You have:

• Tertiary qualification in industrial relations, employment law, human resources or similar.
• Knowledge of the Western Australian and / or Australian industrial relations frameworks.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with the ability to develop, manage and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• High degree of passion and ambition.

The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Why work for the City of Wanneroo

The City offers a range of employment benefits including:

• Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
• Free on-site parking;
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees);
• Paid Wellness Day
• A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements);
• Corporate Membership to award winning Gym and Leisure Centre
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave;
• Professional development opportunities;
• An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and
• An opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home.

For more benefits click here: Employment benefits - Employment - City of Wanneroo

The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

Apply now

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Interested?

If this position sounds like your next career step, then apply now. We look forward to receiving your cover letter and resume.  

Reference Number: 3071

Close date: Monday 3 February 2025

For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Nicky Bull, Senior People & Culture Officer on 08 9405 5584

Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as the City reserves the right to interview suitable applicants prior to the closing date and may close this ad earlier for the right applicant.

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 3 months.