Essendon Fields - VIC - Australia
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Workplace Relations Advisor | Linfox Logistics
Here at Linfox, we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia's biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government, and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability, and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.
What does the job look like?
As a Workplace Relations Advisor, you will be at the forefront of driving our industrial relations strategy across a highly diverse, unionised blue-collar workforce. You will provide specialist advice to management and stakeholders to support operational efficiencies and improvements across the business, while benefiting from significant exposure to unions, tribunals, and courts.
This role isonsitebased out of our HQ inEssendonFields(VIC)
Other duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide tailored workplace relations and policy advice to site managers and leadership teams
Act as a subject matter expert on employee and industrial relations matters across the organisation, including supporting People & Culture colleagues
Develop a strong understanding of Fair Work instruments to support operational efficiency and change initiatives
Lead workplace investigations involving grievances, disputes, misconduct, and policy breaches
Support and manage the end-to-end enterprise bargaining process
Prepare submissions and assist with advocacy before the Fair Work Commission and other relevant tribunals or courts
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including union representatives




Provide guidance on employee relations matters to minimise risk and financial exposure
Contribute to both formal and informal dispute resolution processes
Are you the one?
You are a passionate and experienced Workplace or Industrial Relations professional with a background in complex, fast-paced blue-collar environments such as industrial, mining, manufacturing, or transport/logistics sectors. You bring an investigative mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to consult on a wide range of workplace matters.
The ideal candidate can demonstrate:
Tertiary qualifications in Workplace/Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Business, or Law
Minimum 3 years' experience in Workplace/Industrial Relations within blue-collar environments
Proven experience conducting workplace investigations in line with legislation and internal policies
Solid understanding of the Fair Work Act **** (Cth), discrimination and safety legislation, and broader employment law
Working knowledge of the Australian enterprise bargaining framework
Experience preparing materials for court hearings and tribunal matters
Solid stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across all levels
Sound commercial acumen, including labour cost and productivity considerations
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with a solid commitment to confidentiality and integrity
At Linfox, we are passionate about creating an inclusive and high-performing workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from diverse genders and identities.
Further information
You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.
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📌 Workplace Relations Advisor (Melbourne)
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