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Senior Industrial Relations Lead


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Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2026-01-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Company OverviewAlliance Airlines is Australasia''s leading provider of contract, wetlease charter and allied aviation and maintenance services. With a fleet of 79 aircraft and a workforce of over 1,500 employees, Alliance delivers essential aviation solutions to the mining, energy, and government sectors, as well as wet lease services to major carriers. Alliance is proud to be known as Australia''s leading FIFO charter operator with a history of delivering the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational performance for some of the world largest mining houses. Alliance holds International Air Transport Association''s Operational Safety Audit certification, the only Australian contract and charter operator to do so and has gold status Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS), being the first such carrier in Australia to achieve gold status. Operating nationally throughout Australia, Alliance''s has bases in Brisbane, Rockhampton, Cairns, Townsville, Darwin, Perth and Adelaide.The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Relations Lead to drive industrial relations strategy, lead enterprise agreement negotiations and ensure regulatory compliance.This role is based in Brisbane and interstate travel is required.Key ResponsibilitiesLead enterprise agreement bargaining processes end-to-end, including strategy development, negotiations, agreement drafting, and Fair Work Commission approvalAct as the primary point of contact for union engagement and external legal counselProvide expert advice on industrial instruments, awards, and employment legislationPartner with Operations and Payroll to implement enterprise agreements and award variationsIdentify, manage, and mitigate compliance risksSupport complex Employee Relations case matters, high-risk investigations and conciliation processesAct as the organisation''s representative in Fair Work Commission proceedings, working closely with external legal counselQualifications and ExperienceProven experience leading enterprise bargaining negotiationsStrong working knowledge of the Fair Work Act, Awards and industrial instrumentsDemonstrated ability to manage union relationshipsExperience identifying and managing industrial relations compliance and governance risksStrong written and verbal communication skills, including drafting enterprise agreements and guidance materialsSignificant exposure to Fair Work Commission proceedingsTertiary qualifications in Law, Human Resources or relevant fieldBenefitsFlexible Work Options - Enjoy a 9-day fortnight and flexible start and finish times to suit your lifestyle.Novated Leasing Bundle all your car running costs into one regular, taxeffective payment and keep more money in your pocket.Salary Packaging Another smart way to maximise your takehome pay.Discounted Qantas Club Memberships Enjoy premium travel perks at a reduced cost.Exclusive Discounts Save on tickets to REDS (QRU) games and merchandise.Paid Parental Leave Supporting you through life''s important moments.About UsAt Alliance Airlines we value diversity, equality and inclusion and are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.All candidates must have full working rights within Australia. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.Join UsIf the sound of this role excites you and you have the skills we''re looking for, we''d love to hear from you. Speak to Ash shortly.#J-18808-Ljbffr