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Principal Consultant - Workplace RelationsJoin to apply for the Principal Consultant - Workplace Relations role at Fire Rescue VictoriaPrincipal Consultant - Workplace Relations1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Principal Consultant - Workplace Relations role at Fire Rescue VictoriaGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This range is provided by Fire Rescue Victoria. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$139,195.00/yr - $153,526.00/yrWhats on OfferThe primary purpose of the position of the Principal Consultant Workplace Relations is to provide high quality workplace relations advice, assistance and guidance to FRV and support FRV in managing and responding to a vast array of employee and industrial relations matters, including handling of disputes and grievances that arise across the workforce and individual workplace matters.We strive to create a high-quality working life for our community of valued employees.Working with us provides:Access to a Rostered Day Off;All roles can be worked flexibly but this may differ from role to role;Uniquely rewarding work in the service of the Victorian community;Support for education, career and professional development;Enterprise Agreement salary increases;Novated lease options and superannuation salary sacrifice;An unrivalled suite of physical and mental health and wellbeing support services;Access to a sports voucher;Discounted health insurance;Corporate Clothing Allowance (conditions apply)Free gym access;Close to Public Transport (opposite Parliament Station)About the RoleThe Principal Consultant Workplace Relations will be an integral part of the workplace relations team and work closely with colleagues as a member or leader on key projects or matters, as well as managing day-to-day employee and industrial relations issues. Examples of projects or matters that the Principal Consultant Workplace Relations will be involved in include enterprise bargaining, policy reviews, Fair Work Commission matters and dispute resolution. This position will play a key role to ensure that FRV complies with legal obligation and mitigates industrial and employee relations risks.Functional Accountabilities include:Provide high-level, strategic and specialist/ technical advice and guidance on workplace relations matters to FRV leaders and line managers as required.Manage, monitor, analyse, interpret and report back on complex and other employee and industrial relations issues, trends and disputes applicable to FRV, and engage with the team and broader business (where appropriate) to develop and implement initiatives and measures to achieve continuous improvement.Play a key role ensuring compliance with applicable industrial instruments, via close collaboration with other divisions within the People and Culture Directorate and across FRV, aimed at ensuring that FRV complies with legal obligations and mitigates industrial and employee relations riskPro-actively build and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with key stakeholders including but not limited to the UFU, AMWU, ASU and MEAA and other bodies such as industry associations and regulators, where applicable.What you will need to SucceedTo be successful in this position, you will have:Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Law or related discipline and/or proven experience undertaking a similar role in a large and complex organisation.Demonstrated experience in industrial relations in a complex environment.Highly developed oral and written communication and negotiation skills, and ability to write in a clear and unambiguous manner.Demonstrated experience providing high level technical advice (employment/industrial relations/injury management).Demonstrated experience managing and engaging with stakeholders.Ability to monitor and analyse industrial/ workplace issues, trends, case law and legislative change.Serving the Community, valuing teamwork, having integrity, showing respect and being accountable are core values at Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV). We are looking for candidates who are committed to upholding our organisational values and behaviours as they guide our work and shape our culture.About UsFRV is a modern fire and rescue service that meets the needs of twenty-first century Victoria. FRV comprises of 4500 dedicated employees who serve and protect communities throughout Melbourne and Victorias major regional centres.We value and respect workplace diversity and seek to build a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.How to ApplyPlease apply via Seek by submitting a tailored cover letter and resume addressing the qualifications and work experience criteria listed.Applications will be reviewed when received and suitable candidates will be contacted for interview at that time. You are encouraged to apply early to ensure you dont miss this opportunity.If you require any assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Lea, Recruitment Business Partner Max Campos max.campos@frv.vic.gov.auFRVs standard practice is to appoint at the base of the salary range, however consideration will be given to an above base salary within the advertised range based on the successful candidates skills and experience.Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa to apply for this position.FRV is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees consistent with its obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic). Therefore, there is a requirement that all FRV employees be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 in order to work for FRV outside of their place of residence.Prior to commencement of employment with FRV you will need to provide evidence that you are fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 or unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19.Acceptable evidence includes:COVID-19 digital certificate or ATAGI exemption certificate (available via your myGov account).Your immunisation history statement (available via your myGov account).Other documentation outside the above will not be accepted as evidence of having received your COVID-19 vaccination doses.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionConsulting, Human Resources, and LegalIndustriesGovernment Relations Services and Public SafetyReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fire Rescue Victoria by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Consultant Relations roles.Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoPrincipal Consultant, Workplace RelationsMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoPrincipal Consultant Industrial RelationsMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoLead People and Capability Business PartnerMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$131,067.71-A$131,067.71 1 day agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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