Head of Workplace Relations

Civitastalent ·www.civitastalent.com

Location Sydney, NSW, AU
Work type Hybrid
Type Full time
Level Director
Source Shazamme
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Head of Workplace Relations


Sydney | Hybrid | Leadership Role

Confidential Enterprise Organisation


An exceptional opportunity exists to lead workplace and industrial relations strategy for a large, complex enterprise organisation operating in a highly regulated environment.

This is a critical leadership role responsible for shaping enterprise-wide workplace relations strategy, advising senior executives, and ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and operational excellence across a large national workforce.


Key Responsibilities


  • Lead enterprise bargaining and collective negotiations
  • Develop and execute workplace and industrial relations strategy
  • Provide executive-level advice on complex workplace relations matters
  • Partner with senior leadership, legal, and HR to manage risk
  • Engage with unions and employee representatives
  • Lead investigations and dispute resolution
  • Ensure compliance with Fair Work legislation, awards, and regulatory requirements
  • Develop and strengthen workplace relations frameworks and governance
  • Lead and develop workplace relations capability


Requirements


  • Senior ER, workplace relations or industrial relations leadership experience
  • Experience operating in large, complex, or highly regulated environments
  • Proven enterprise bargaining experience
  • Strong knowledge of Fair Work Act and industrial frameworks
  • Experience engaging with unions and managing disputes
  • Executive stakeholder management capability
  • Strong commercial and risk-based judgement
  • High integrity and confidentiality


Why This Role


  • Senior-level impact
  • Enterprise scope
  • Strategic leadership influence
  • High visibility role
  • Significant career progression opportunity


All applications handled in strict confidence by Civitas Talent.


Your HR Search Partner, Shane O'Neill 0420736144 shane@civitastalent.com

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Who is hiring for the Head of Workplace Relations role?
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Where is the Head of Workplace Relations job located?
The Head of Workplace Relations role with Civitastalent is based in Sydney, NSW, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Head of Workplace Relations role remote?
Yes — the Head of Workplace Relations position at Civitastalent is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
Is the Head of Workplace Relations role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Civitastalent.
What experience level is the Head of Workplace Relations role?
The Head of Workplace Relations position is aimed at director-level candidates.
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