" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eWorkplace Relations Manager | Strategic IR \u0026amp; Employee Relations\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19473\"\u003e Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19474\"\u003e Victoria \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 14/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eWarm, friendly \u0026amp; down to earth team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHybrid and flexible working\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUp to $200k inclusive of super\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Join one of Melbourne\u0027s largest and most recognised organisations and play a pivotal role in shaping workplace relations across a complex, highly unionised workforce.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Workplace Relations professional who enjoys operating at both a strategic and hands-on level. Working within a high-performing WR team, you\u0027ll partner closely with operational leaders to navigate complex employee and industrial relations matters while influencing best-practice workplace outcomes across the business.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll be the trusted advisor on a broad range of workplace relations issues, including complex case management, dispute resolution, investigations, union engagement, policy development, and Fair Work Commission matters. This role offers genuine variety, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an essential service organisation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e What you\u0027ll be doing:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding expert workplace and industrial relations advice across a large operational workforce\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging complex employee relations matters, investigations and disputes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading negotiations and stakeholder engagement with unions and external parties\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepresenting the organisation in Fair Work Commission and tribunal matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoaching and supporting leaders to build workplace relations capability\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContributing to the development of policies, processes and workplace relations frameworks\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout you:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience managing workplace and industrial relations matters within a unionised environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong knowledge of the Fair Work Act and employment legislation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience handling investigations, disputes and complex case management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfident engaging with senior stakeholders, operational leaders and union representatives\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Employment Relations, Law, Business or a related discipline\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy join?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork for a highly respected organisation that provides an essential service to the Victorian community\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to complex and challenging workplace relations matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborative and supportive People \u0026amp; Culture team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to influence organisational outcomes and drive best-practice employee relations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHybrid working model with a mix of office and operational site engagement\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e If you\u0027re looking for a role where you can utilise your workplace relations expertise, partner with senior leaders and contribute to a high-profile organisation, we\u0027d love to hear from you. Please contact Sarah Roberts or email sroberts@fourquarters.com.au for a confidential discussion. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4478419\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "