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Senior Advisor/Assistant Director, Employee Relations, WHS and Policy, APS6/EL1


Company : ACCC


Location : Darwin, City of Darwin


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Do you want to wor k at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways?Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters?Do you want to help support a high performing culture and play a key role in prioritising the wellbeing of people while empowering them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously?Then this is the place for you! At the ACCC, were proud of the impact we can make together. We understand the responsibilities and challenges that come with a fast moving and ever-changing environment. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. Its why were driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. Its why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. At the ACCC, we believe the best version of you is the one thats true to who you are and thats the you we want working alongside us.We value flexibility, and all roles can be performed from any capital city in a state or territory or Townsville and are available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis.Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.What you will do as the Senior Advisor/Assistant Director, Employee Relations, WHS and PolicyCase Management leading complex employment matters, including potential misconduct and underperformance concerns.Wellbeing & Support identifying and providing support to employees experiencing distress and hardship, working to find solutions to improve their overall wellbeing.Advice & Guidance providing advice to managers and senior leaders on employment and ethical issues, to ensure decisions made are sound, practical, commercial, and legally defensible.Policy Development identifying improvements to the agencys policy framework to ensure that our people are safe and respected in our agency and in line with the Australian Public Service values.About YouIn order to succeed in the role, you will have:A demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders and managing complex projects or problems with organisation wide implications and supporting large scale change initiatives.A demonstrated ability to apply tact, discretion, diplomacy and confidentiality.A demonstrated ability of dealing with ambiguity and work under pressure with competing priorities.Proven emotional intelligence, influencing and effective communication skills.Demonstrated expert understanding and application of HR frameworks (Acts, strategies, policies, guidance, systems and practices). Experience in managing complex employment matters, including management of matters with significant legal and interpersonal risk.Experience in employee welfare, return to work and performance related case management and ER/IR experience.In addition to the above the EL1 Assistant Director also requires:A demonstrated ability to effectively lead by role modelling positive behaviours, supporting a professional and harmonious working environment, coaching, continuous feedback, resolving conflict and facilitating career development. This includes supervision and coaching of junior team members and providing regular performance feedback.An understanding or an ability to gain understanding of the Commonwealth employment environment.To find out more about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit.How To ApplyYou will be asked to respond to the work sample assessment (included in the candidate kit) in no more than 600 words. Please refer to the attached ACCC Appropriate Workplace Behaviour Policy in formulating your response. You will also be required to submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum)Salary: APS6: $99,562 - $111,590 (plus 15.4% superannuation), EL1: $123,702 - $136,900 (plus 15.4% superannuation)Contact Officer: Jocelyn Lindbeck, 02 6243 3332Applications Close: 11:00pm (AEST), Sunday 10 August 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr