Assists in resolving disputes by advising on workplace relations policies and problems, and representing industrial, commercial, union, employer or other parties in negotiations on rates of pay and conditions of employment.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Arranging for advertising of job vacancies, interviewing and testing of applicants, and selection of staff
Maintaining personnel records and associated human resource information systems
Providing advice and information to management on workplace relations policies and procedures, staff performance and disciplinary matters
Arranging the induction of staff and providing information on conditions of service, salaries and promotional opportunities
Receiving and recording job vacancy information from employers such as details about job description, wages and conditions of employment
Providing information on current job vacancies in the organisation to employers and job seekers
Undertaking negotiations on terms and conditions of employment, and examining and resolving disputes and grievances
Studying and interpreting legislation, awards, collective agreements and employment contracts, wage payment systems and dispute settlement procedures
Developing, planning and formulating enterprise agreements or collective contracts such as productivity-based wage adjustment procedures, workplace relations policies and programs, and procedures for their implementation
Overseeing the formation and conduct of workplace consultative committees and employee participation initiatives
Alternative Titles
• Industrial Relations Officer
• Trade Union Official
• Union Organiser
Assessment Documents
Qualifications
Employment references
CV
Passport
English test
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Workplace Relations Adviser (ANZSCO 223113) | Australian Occupation Guide