Lead Workplace Relations. Support Operational Excellence.
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Swan Transit is seeking an experienced and influential leader to join our senior management team as Area Manager – Industrial Relations & Operations.
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Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this unique leadership role combines operational oversight of metropolitan bus depots with responsibility for industrial relations strategy, enterprise bargaining, employee relations and workplace compliance.
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This is a pivotal position that will help shape Swan Transit’s future workforce strategy while supporting the safe, efficient and reliable delivery of public transport services across Western Australia.
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The successful candidate will provide leadership across both operational and workplace relations functions, supporting depot management teams while ensuring the organisation remains compliant, productive and positioned for future growth.
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- Play a key role in upcoming Enterprise Agreement negotiations.
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- Influence workplace relations strategy across a large and diverse workforce.
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- Work directly with the Executive Leadership Team.
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- Lead meaningful organisational and operational initiatives
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- Attractive remuneration package including vehicle and other perks.
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The role will have responsibility for: Industrial Relations & Enterprise Bargaining nn
- Leading Enterprise Agreement bargaining and negotiation activities.
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- Developing industrial relations strategies aligned with business objectives.
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- Providing expert advice on Enterprise Agreements, Awards, employment legislation and workplace policies.
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- Maintaining constructive relationships with unions, employee representatives and key stakeholders.
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- Managing industrial disputes, conciliations and Fair Work Commission matters.
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- Supporting leaders in performance management, disciplinary processes and employee relations matters.
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- Conducting and overseeing workplace investigations.
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Employee Relations & Organisational Support nn
- Building leadership capability across the business in employee relations and people management.
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- Supporting organisational change, workforce transitions and restructuring activities.
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- Providing practical advice and guidance on complex employment matters.
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- Partnering with operational leaders to achieve positive workplace outcomes.
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Depot Operations & Leadership nn
- Providing operational oversight of assigned depot operations.
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- Leading and developing depot management teams.
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- Ensuring safe, efficient and compliant delivery of public transport services.
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- Monitoring operational performance and implementing improvement initiatives.
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