Job Description
This exciting opportunity is with an ASX-listed powerhouse in the Australian energy, downstream logistics, and retail infrastructure sectors. With a massive national footprint, they operate in a rapid-paced, high-performing environment where safety, operational reliability, and strategic progress are at the heart of everything they do.
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We are seeking a highly capable Industrial Relations Specialist to join their Brisbane-based Employee Relations team. Reporting directly to the Group IR & Compliance Manager, this is a high-impact, strategic position where you will lead critical enterprise bargaining and key infrastructure initiatives across their national operations.
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The Opportunity: What You'll Do (The ************ Split)
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This is not just a compliance role; it is a dedicated, high-priority IR position with heavy involvement in complex enterprise agreements and major change-management projects across our client's processing sites, terminals, and ports. The role is broadly split into three key areas:
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Enterprise Bargaining (30%): You will lead and execute the strategy for upcoming negotiations, managing complex Enterprise Agreements (EAs). This includes playing a lead role in planning and negotiating key agreements for critical logistics and operational assets.
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Strategic ER/IR Projects (30%): You will drive complex change initiatives, site consultations, and infrastructure-related projects (such as site transitions, depot integrations, or aviation terminal projects across the East Coast).
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Strategy, Compliance & Business Partnering (40%): You will proactively develop and execute the national IR strategy, manage compliance workflows, and act as a subject matter expert. You will work closely with HR Business Partners, legal counsel, and business leaders to translate complex legislation into robust, practical business solutions.
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What You'll Bring
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To succeed in this role, you must be a technically exceptional IR practitioner who balances legal precision with strong commercial acumen and high emotional intelligence. We are looking for:
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Deep Technical EA Expertise: Proven experience leading complex enterprise agreement negotiations, award interpretations, and representing business interests under the Fair Work Act framework.
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High EQ & Resilience: A natural relationship builder who can establish credibility, navigate tough negotiations, and work collaboratively to rebuild trust and alignment with diverse, change-resistant stakeholders.
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Union Engagement Experience: Demonstrated ability to build constructive, professional relationships with major transport, logistics, and heavy industry unions.
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Heavy Industry/Logistics Exposure: Prior experience navigating industrial relations in complex infrastructure environments—such as aviation, refining, maritime ports, transport, or large-scale retail logistics—will be highly regarded.
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Adaptability: The agility to manage multiple high-stakes priorities across multiple regions and business units in a fast-paced corporate environment.
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What's in It for You?
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Our client believes their people are their competitive advantage, and they reward accordingly. Join them and enjoy:
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Competitive Compensation: A flexible base salary of $150,000 - $190,000 AUD (commensurate with expertise) + super.
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Performance Bonus: An annual short-term incentive of up to 12% based on company and individual performance.
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Generous product discounts across their national network.
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3 paid Wellness Days and 2 additional paid Company Rest Days per year (in addition to standard annual leave).
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A dynamic, high-performing culture with varied exposure and genuine career progression opportunities.
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📌 Er Specialist - Ir & Projects (Queensland)
🏢 People & Purpose
📍 Queensland