Job Description

About the role

Do you thrive on managing complex employee and industrial relations matters?

As a Workplace Relations Specialist, you'll be the trusted adviser to managers across NRE Tas on its most complex people matters. You'll also play a hands-on part in our industrial work.

You will:

• Lead complex case management across performance, conduct, grievances and investigations.
• Advise on Award and Agreement interpretation, and support disputes before the Tasmanian Industrial Commission.
• Contribute to enterprise bargaining and industrial negotiations.
• Build strong relationships with employees, unions and managers.
• Prepare high-level briefings, options papers and policy advice.

Why join us

Build real depth in industrial relations. You will work with Awards, Agreements and Commission matters, and contribute to bargaining and negotiations, as part of a team that provides advice and support on a broad range of complex and sensitive workforce matters.

You will work with diverse groups, from operational to corporate staff, providing advice to workforces with very different needs. You will have the autonomy to manage matters independently while drawing on the expertise and support of your manager and colleagues.

This is a fixed-term 12-month position working 73.50 hours per fortnight (minimum 58.80 by negotiation), based in Hobart, Launceston or Devonport.

Our ideal candidate

You are an experienced IR/ER practitioner who gives clear, practical advice and handles a tough conversation well. You bring:

• Substantial experience in industrial relations, ideally including TIC or FWC matters and enterprise agreement negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of HR policy, legislation and industrial Awards, and the judgement to apply them.
• Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution and written communication skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities within tight timeframes.

We offer

• Competitive salary, 12% superannuation contribution, and salary sacrificing options.
• Excellent leave entitlements (plus paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
• Special staff benefits from nominated Health Funds and AVIS vehicle hire.
• Access to Fitness Passport, a corporate health and fitness program providing access to over 50 gyms and pools throughout Tasmania.
• Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About us

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of "delivering a sustainable Tasmania" where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where we celebrate diversity, embrace inclusivity, and make safety paramount.

We are committed to building a positive, proactive child-safe culture that supports child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We understand that work-life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That's why we offer flexible work options and are committed to workplace adjustments that help individuals fully engage and excel in their roles.

How to apply

• Review the Statement of Duties.
• Click the "Apply" button. Alternatively, you can apply via jobs.tas.gov.au.
• Complete the application form.
• Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties.
• Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via recruitment@nre.tas.gov.au.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of advertising, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

For more information please contact:

Nathan Gautam

Manager, Workplace Relations

Email: Nathan.Gautam@nre.tas.gov.au

Phone: 0461 528 065

We encourage you to get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role if you have any questions!