Industrial and Employee Relations Specialist

Alstom

  • West Melbourne, VIC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Req ID:481954At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.Your future role:Alstom is seeking an Industrial and Employee Relations Specialist located at our site in West Melbourne, to undertake a variety of work advocating for and guiding our front-line leadership team on managing their employment related issues. Reporting to the ANZ Manager Industrial & Employee Relations, in this autonomous role, you will be responsible for the management of Alstom's employee relations issues and employee investigations. You will join a close knit human resources team who foster a culture of collaboration and service excellence. As the industrial and employee relations specialist, you will manage your own caseload, providing fast-paced and high quality ER advice, coaching and investigation support to our line leaders and HR team.We'll look to you for:
  • Managing your own caseload, providing fast-paced and high quality ER advice, coaching and investigation support to our line leaders
  • Conducting end to end investigations into a variety of ER matters from grievances through to significant bullying, harassment, fraud or misconduct cases
  • Preparing documents and responses for matters before the Fair Work Commission and other tribunals
  • Representing Alstom at conciliations and dispute matters in the Fair Work Commission and other tribunals
  • Managing complex matters involving ill and injured team members
  • Supporting EA negotiations with employee and union bargaining representatives
  • Providing leaders with training, recommendations, coaching and advice in relation to legislation, policies and procedures
  • Monitoring industry trends, legislative updates, and tribunal decisions to inform proactive, compliant, and effective workplace relations strategies
All about you:
  • Experience within a human resources generalist, employee and industrial relations professional position across medium to large size organisations
  • Proven background in managing or supporting investigations into misconduct, grievances or protected disclosures
  • Excellent coaching, negotiation and influencing skills, to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant ER/IR legislation within different jurisdictions and application in policy, including experience with the Fair Work Commission and other relevant bodies
  • Strong communication skills and relationship building skills are important as is a commercial orientation
  • Effective time management and the ability to manage a number of competing priorities and time sensitive cases
  • Previous exposure with the successful implementation of replacement enterprise agreements across organisations
Things you'll enjoy:
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Flexible working options and additional leave days
  • Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave and novated leasing schemes
  • Comprehensive development programs and award-winning learning opportunities
  • Stability, challenges, and a long-term career path with opportunities for growth across a global industry leader
  • Comprehensive social coverage (life, salary continuance, medical)
You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!Important to note:As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com. For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application. As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

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