Workplace Relations The Workplace Relations team is responsible for maintaining ASD's (non-SES) employment conditions, including associated policies. The team provides specialist advice on workplace relations matters, undertakes formal consultation with employees and unions, manages workplace grievances and reviews, and supports the development and implementation of employment-related policy and strategic initiatives. The team works closely with stakeholders across ASD to ensure employment frameworks remain contemporary, compliant and aligned with organisational requirements.

As a member of the Workplace Relations team, you will provide advice and support on ASD terms and conditions of employment, HR policies and workplace relations matters. The role contributes to a range of functions, including staff consultative committees, HR delegations, secondments, workplace grievances, Individual Determinations, out-postings (remote work arrangements) and pay-related matters, and works closely with stakeholders across the Agency to support effective and contemporary employment practices. The ASD 6 Workplace Relations Officer role is available in Canberra and Melbourne.

An ASD 6 Workplace Relations Officer is accountable under limited direction to:

- Engaging with internal stakeholders through the Workplace Relations inbox by providing accurate, timely and clear support and interpretation of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of HR projects, policies, processes, guidance material, business improvements and strategies relating to the delivery of HR services.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships by engaging with stakeholders on policy, project or operational matters and addressing their needs and expectations.

Work Health and Safety The ASD Work Health and Safety (WHS) team are responsible for keeping our workplaces safe and enhancing employee health and wellbeing. The team leads health and safety programs, systems and initiatives to ensure all workplaces across the Agency are as safe and healthy as possible. The team provides information, advice and guidance on general WHS and legislative matters, oversees compliance, due diligence and assurance activities and works in conjunction with the ASD Leadership team to ensure safety is at the forefront of ASD’s daily business and operational activities.

The ASD EL1 Work Health and Safety Manager role is available in Canberra, Melbourne and Perth.

An ASD EL1 Work Health and Safety Manager is accountable under limited direction to:

- Lead a team, managing allocated resources, setting work area priorities, managing workflows, developing strategies and evaluating business outcomes.




- Undertake complex research and analysis activities to identify and address WHS risks to capability.
- Provide advice, collaborate and communicate with stakeholders on complex to very complex and sensitive WHS issues.
- Understand and apply relevant WHS legislation, ASD policies and procedures, recommending viable solutions and prevention strategies to address WHS issues.
- Build productive working relationships with stakeholders to influence decisions and ensure alignment with broader strategic objectives.
- Represent ASD WHS network at internal and external forums.
- Assess and evaluate WHS strategy, initiatives, projects, policy and procedures.
- Analyse complex to very complex WHS issues applying expertise to identify and recommend courses of action

Further information can be found at: I’m changing my career | Australian Signals Directorate (asd.gov.au)

ASD is seeking applicants to fill current and anticipated vacancies and to create a merit pool for future vacancies. In line with the Australian Public Service Commissioner’s Direction 2022, upon completion of the recruitment activity, the merit pool will be available to locations across Australia.

ASD 6 Workplace Relations Officer

We are seeking motivated and qualified workplace relations practitioners who can deliver practical, customer-focused advice in a complex and fast-paced environment. You will have experience interpreting and applying employment legislation, policies and procedures, and building productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will demonstrate sound judgement, strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

- Demonstrated customer-service skills, with experience delivering high-quality, customer-focused outcomes and advice.
- Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and build productive working relationships, including with delegates and senior managers.
- Experience interpreting and applying relevant HR and employment legislation, frameworks, policies and procedures.
- Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and deliver accurate and timely outcomes.





ASD EL1 Work Health and Safety Manager The WHS team are seeking an energetic highly organised and task-orientated WHS Manager to be part of a diverse and collaborative team supporting the evolution of the organisation and delivery of recent outcomes, while ensuring business-as-usual activities are also maintained.

The candidate will have a positive working knowledge of, and demonstrated experience in, interpreting and applying legislation. A highly capable and experienced WHS professional who is comfortable working in a changing environment and has a solid understanding of best practice WHS - helping to develop and deliver a range of WHS services and programs. Confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels and responding to queries to provide accurate technical advice is also essential, as is developing and maintaining internal and external relationships to facilitate the achievement of outcomes.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of people, including at an internal and external senior executive level
- The proven ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and integrity including the ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities and triage effectively while still ensuring key targets are met
- Experience implementing strategic HR initiatives, and experience leading and managing a team to be high performing and collaborative.

To be eligible for employment with ASD, you must meet all of the following eligibility criteria:
- Australian Citizenship - Applicants must be an Australian citizen. Only in exceptional circumstances can this requirement be waivered.
- Organisational Suitability Assessment – The preferred applicant will be required to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (see Organisational Assessment section).
- Security Clearance - It is a condition of employment that applicants are willing and able to obtain and maintain the requisite security clearance for the duration of their employment with ASD.
- Health Assessment - The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the Agency’s preferred medical provider.

Please ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements outlined in this Information Pack prior to submitting an application.

Tertiary qualifications, industry certification or equivalent experience in human resources or a discipline related to the role.

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