Melbourne location | Sydney and Brisbane candidates will also be considered
Hybrid working arrangement | Monday to Friday
Initial 6-month contract
About the Client
Our client provides comprehensive waste management, resource recovery and environmental services, supporting businesses, industries and communities through sustainable waste collection, recycling and disposal solutions across Australia.
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced IR Governance Analyst to support a major Industrial Relations Compliance Program. Working closely with the Governance Stream team, you will be responsible for interpreting Enterprise Agreements and Awards, supporting entitlement compliance investigations, and contributing to governance and quality assurance activities.
This role is ideally suited to someone with a strong background in Industrial Relations, Employment Law, Enterprise Agreements, or Payroll Compliance who can confidently interpret complex employment instruments and translate entitlement rules into practical business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Interpret Enterprise Agreements, Awards, and industrial instruments
Draft and document entitlement rules and governance requirements
Support entitlement compliance investigations and reviews
Assist with quality assurance activities and review calculations
Analyse entitlement outcomes and compliance risks
Work closely with governance specialists and program stakeholders
Support implementation of industrial relations compliance initiatives
Assist with data analysis and validation activities
Contribute to policy, governance, and compliance documentation




Provide recommendations to support compliance outcomes
Skills and Experience Required
Strong experience interpreting Enterprise Agreements and Awards
Understanding of Enterprise Agreement negotiation and implementation processes
Background in Industrial Relations, Employment Law, HR Compliance, or related fields
Knowledge of how industrial instrument entitlements translate into payroll outcomes
Experience drafting entitlement interpretations and compliance documentation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement capability
Experience with pay compliance reviews or investigations (highly regarded)
Experience with payroll, time, or workforce data analysis (desirable)
About WorkPac
WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Positive Move.
At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Prospect employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.
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📌 Ir Governance Analyst (Melbourne)
🏢 Workpac Group
📍 Melbourne