We are seeking motivated and experienced professionals to fill the roles of Assistant Director, Workplace Relations and Assistant Director, Performance and Behaviour. These roles offer an prospect to make a significant contribution to NEMA's people strategy by providing expert advice, leading complex workforce matters and delivering people-focused outcomes in a energetic and evolving setting.

For the Assistant Director, Workplace Relations role, you will bring demonstrated expertise in workplace relations, employment legislation, industrial instruments, HR policy and workforce management practices. You will be confident providing authoritative, risk-informed advice on complex employment matters and supporting managers to achieve fair, consistent and compliant outcomes.

For the Assistant Director, Performance and Behaviour role, you will bring expertise in performance management, employee conduct, behaviour management, workplace investigations and case management. You will have the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism, sound judgement and a focus on achieving constructive and sustainable outcomes.

Across both roles, you will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills,



excellent judgement and the ability to balance legislative, policy, operational and people considerations. You will build productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels, communicate effectively in challenging situations and influence positive outcomes.

As a leader, you will foster a collaborative and inclusive team workplace, support the development of others and contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high performance. You will be resilient, adaptable and committed to delivering high-quality people services that support NEMA's strategic objectives.

Most importantly, you will be a people-centred professional who values integrity, works collaboratively and is committed to building a safe, respectful and high-performing workplace.

We encourage applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age people and people from other diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential.

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