Head of Employee Relations An excellent opportunity exists for a senior Employee and Industrial Relations specialist to join a large, internationally listed business.

This is a newly created national role within the HR function, positioning you as the organisation’s subject matter expert in ER and IR. You will lead the national advisory service, set the strategy and standards for how workplace matters are managed, and partner with operational leaders and Business Partners to deliver practical, commercially sound advice across a diverse, multi-site workforce.

Reporting to the GM of People:

- Leading the national ER and IR advisory service, setting priorities, service standards and governance that support consistent advice across operations and corporate functions

- Developing and owning the national ER and IR strategy, advisory framework and service model in partnership with People Partnering, Operations and centres of excellence

- Providing specialist advice and support on complex and high-risk matters, including investigations, grievances, disciplinary and performance processes, restructures, terminations and disputes

- Advising on enterprise bargaining, interpretation of industrial instruments, union engagement and industrial disputes, and supporting negotiations alongside business leaders and Legal

- Guiding preparation for matters before commissions, tribunals and courts, coordinating legal support and representing the organisation where appropriate

- Monitoring legislative and regulatory change and translating it into practical advice, policy updates and implementation for leaders

- Developing national ER policies, procedures, templates and case management standards that drive fair,



consistent and well-documented practice

- Building the capability of operational leaders and People Partners through coaching, guidance and targeted education

- Partnering with Legal, HSQE and Operations on psychosocial hazards, workplace behaviour and organisational change

To be considered for this role, you will bring:

- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Law or a related discipline

- Extensive senior experience in employee and industrial relations, ideally within a large, multi-site or operational environment

- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise bargaining and engaging constructively with unions and employee representatives

- Robust working knowledge of the Fair Work Act, modern awards and enterprise agreements, with experience managing matters before the Fair Work Commission
- A proven track record managing complex and sensitive ER cases, including investigations and disputes

- Experience building advisory frameworks, policies and governance standards at a national level

- Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the credibility to influence executives and coach operational leaders
- A pragmatic, commercially minded approach that balances people outcomes, operational needs and organisational risk

This is a genuine opportunity to shape how employee and industrial relations are delivered across a national business, with real scope to influence strategy, build capability and make a lasting impact.

If you are a trusted, commercially minded ER and IR leader who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please click the link below to submit your resume.

📌 Head of Employee and Industrial Relations (Sydney)
🏢 Sharp u0026amp; Carter
📍 Sydney