28 Nov
Metro Trains Melbourne
Victoria
Workplace Relations Manager
Metro Trains Melbourne
Due to growth and expansion, we are looking for a Workplace Relations Technical Manager to provide subject matter expertise and guidance for high risk and complex workplace relations matters.
This role will provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of the Metro Trains Enterprise Agreement to members of the Workplace Relations team so that complex and cross divisional issues are resolved consistent with the Metro industrial relations objectives while also ensuring operational compliance with all three Metro Enterprise Agreements and legislative obligations.
This position is fixed term for 12 months
Reporting into the Head of Workplace Relations & Injury Management, has the following key areas of responsibility.
- Provide technical advice on complex employment legislation matters to members of the workplace relations team during the management of industrial disputes
- Represent Metro Transit matters before external forums including the Fair Work Commission
- Act as a conduit between workplace relations and the internal legal team regarding complex and high risk workplace matters.
- Provide strategic technical industrial advice to the workplace relations team.
About You
- Relevant Workplace Relations tertiary or similar experience.
- Demonstrable experience in managing the resolution of highly complex and technical workplace relations matters in a highly regulated and complex workplace.
- High level of understanding in relation to employment law and the application of enterprise agreements.
- Ability to distil complex industrial relations information into effective communications easily understood by business leaders and front line managers.
- Demonstrated capacity to work confidentially in highly sensitive environments.
- Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills, with an ability to prioritise and manage workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Comprehensive report writing & analytical skills
This is a fantastic and dynamic opportunity to build on the career you have developed to date and be part of the legacy that ‘connects people and places for a growing Melbourne’.
If what you’ve read resonates with your values, experience, and career aspiration then we want to hear from you!
Please submit your application via our recruitment portal by Sunday 7th December 2025 to be considered for this position.
We offer
- Our ongoing involvement in the exciting pipeline of major rail projects
- Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a multi-disciplinary setting
- A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to delivering projects that improve the safety and reliability of Melbourne’s rail network.
- Access to multiple employee benefits including option to purchase additional leave, health insurance discounts, Free Myki Card and many more!
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full time
Job function
Consulting, Human Resources, and Legal
Industries
Human Resources Services, Public Policy Offices, and Truck Transportation
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Salary
A$150,000.00-A$180,000.00
Key Dates
Application deadline: Sunday 7th December 2025
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📌 Workplace Relations Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Metro Trains Melbourne
📍 Victoria
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