The Community and Public Sector Union/Civil Service Association of Western Australia Incorporated is Western Australia's largest public sector union. We are seeking candidates who are passionate about advocating for a fair and just society that is built through the provision of quality public services.

We bring together people from public services, the community and the government to advocate for equality and fairness. We are a union of workers organising to win improved industrial and workplace rights, fairness and dignity.

Do you have good listening and problem-solving skills? Would you enjoy working for a team that provides industrial advice to members? Would you enjoy working in a team with a passion for making work life better for others?

If yes, we invite you to apply for the position of Level 4/5 Industrial Advisor - UnionLink.

The successful applicant will have good customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interpret industrial instruments, legislation and policy. Please note, having or undertaking a law degree or being admitted as a legal practitioner is not essential to apply for this job. However, anyone with those qualifications is welcome to apply. Please refer to the attached Job Description Form for more information.

This challenging and rewarding position involves providing industrial advice to our members over the telephone and email.

ESSENTIAL

Skills/Abilities

1. Ability to communicate industrial concepts verbally or in writing.
2. Ability to deliver information to small groups.
3. Demonstrated customer service skills including listening, questioning, empathy, diplomacy.




4. Ability to organise and prioritise work.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
6. Ability to interpret and apply legislation, industrial instruments and policy.

Knowledge

1. Sound knowledge of industrial relations, employment legislation and industrial instruments.

Experience

1. Prior experience in undertaking computer based research and use of databases to extract information.

This is a full-time/part-time 12 month fixed-term vacancy.

Apply now to work for a unique, socially progressive organisation with great people, excellent pay and excellent conditions.

How to apply for this job

When you apply, please attach the following:

1) A cover letter addressed to Melanie Bray, Branch/General Secretary, which includes:

- why you are interested and suitable for the role
- details of when you are available to start; and
- a statement of not more than 2 pages addressing the Level 4/5 selection criteria in the attached JDF;

2) Your CV.

The JDF for this position can also be found on our website - https://www.cpsucsa.org/industrial_officer_24042026

Applications that do not address the selection criteria from the JDF will not be considered.

If you have any questions, please contact Joe Finnegan, Lead Industrial Advisor - UnionLink, on (08) •••• •800 or via email to ••••@cpsucsa.org using the subject line: Industrial Advisor Vacancy (UnionLink)

Applications for this position close at 4pm on Friday, 16th October 2026

CPSU/CSA reserves the right to contact and interview candidates prior to the closing date.

📌 Industrial Advisor - UnionLink (Perth)
🏢 CPSU/CSA
📍 Perth