Associate Director, Workplace Relations (Health Manager Level 5)
Employment Type
: PermanentFull Time; 40 hours per week
Position Classification
: Health Manager Level 5
Remuneration
: $180,279 - $201,662 per annum + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation
Location
: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital or Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID
: REQ******
Shape the future of workplace relations and influence meaningful change.
Join SLHD as Associate Director and turn complex challenges into positive outcomes!
About the Role
Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) is one of the fastest-growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales.
It is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation that values its people, encourages new ideas, and invests in the professional development and long-term careers of its staff.
Every day, our employees are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of patients and the communities we serve.
As one of Australia's leading public health organisations, SLHD offers a rewarding and supportive place to build your career.
The Associate Director, Workplace Relations leads the delivery of contemporary industrial and employment relations strategies, providing specialist advice to executives and key stakeholder groups while supporting the effective management of complex workforce and industrial matters.
The role will also partner with Local Health Districts to deliver timely, evidence-based industrial relations advice that supports informed decision‐making, effective risk management, and positive workforce outcomes.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Law, Industrial Relations, Employment Law, Human Resources Management, or equivalent and/or extensive practical experience in managing industrial employment matters in a large diverse service industry organisation.
Expert knowledge of the NSW (State)



Industrial Relations system and related frameworks with demonstrated experience in effective employer advocacy before state and commonwealth regulators, including the NSW Industrial Relations Commission, the Australian Human Rights Commissions and the NSW Antidiscrimination Board.
Demonstrated experience in briefing counsel.
Experience in providing high quality industrial and employee relations advice together with the ability to manage complex industrial matters including interpretation of industrial, legislative and policy instruments and negotiations with employee representatives and unions.
Benefits and Perks:
Additional Public Holiday during Christmas for celebrations!
Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave Loading.
Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance.
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Enjoy free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families.
Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Advantages .
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions.
If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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📌 Associate Director, Workplace Relations (Health Manager Level 5) (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Sydney