About the Company

u&u Recruitment Partners have partnered with a large, well-established business operating within a complex and fast-paced environment. Known for its strong operational footprint and structured HR function, the business prides itself on maintaining high standards of compliance, safety, and employee engagement. With a significant workforce and union presence, they offer a dynamic setting for experienced ER professionals looking to make a real impact.

About the Role

This Employee Relations Specialist role sits within a collaborative HR team and plays a key part in providing practical, commercially focused ER and IR advice. You will partner closely with leaders across the business to manage employee relations matters, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and industrial instruments. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident navigating complex workplace issues within a unionised environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ER/IR advice aligned with legislation and industrial instruments;

• Manage workplace investigations and employee matters end-to-end;

• Support dispute resolution and union interactions;

• Assist with Enterprise Agreement negotiations;

• Coach and upskill leaders on ER processes and best practice;

• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and frameworks; and

• Build strong stakeholder relationships across the business.

To be a successful applicant, you will bring:

You will bring proven experience in employee and industrial relations within a unionised environment, with the ability to confidently manage complex and sensitive matters. Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and industrial frameworks is essential, along with experience in dispute resolution and investigations. You are a strong communicator who can influence stakeholders, provide clear and practical advice, and build trusted relationships across all levels of the business. A relevant qualification in HR, IR, or a related field will be highly regarded.

The Benefits:

This is an opportunity to join a large, structured organisation where you can further develop your ER/IR expertise in a complex environment. You’ll be part of a supportive HR team, working closely with experienced leaders and gaining exposure to large-scale workforce challenges. The role offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to play a key role in shaping workplace outcomes, along with a competitive salary package and potential for longer-term opportunities.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please email Rebecca Beke on rebecca.beke@uandu.com quoting reference number 44807.

At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.

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