The Team
The Department of Health is one of Tasmania's largest employers and operates within a complex industrial framework of industrial terms. The Industrial Relations Team provides strategic advice to the Department in respect of our varied and highly skilled workforce, working with a broad range of stakeholders to support in the delivery of excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
The Role
- Provide a high-level consultancy service to HR Managers and their staff, and senior management in the Department on industrial and employee relations matters including interpretation of Awards/Agreements and employment legislation.
- In consultation with the Manager Industrial Relations and relevant stakeholders, assist with the management and coordination of industrial relations activities on behalf of the Department in the context of continuous improvement and HR best practice. This includes negotiation of industrial agreements and award maintenance.
- Provide advice and high-level support to the Manager Industrial Relations, HR team members, and DoH Managers on the investigation and resolution of employee complaints, grievances, inability and disciplinary matters, industrial/award disputes and the management of client complaints.
- Liaise with the State Service Management Office and other relevant State, Commonwealth and Local Government departments on the handling of incidents and procedures.
- Ensure the application of best practice in IR, establish and maintain networks with areas, and undertake client and employee complaint handling functions across the Tasmanian State Service, and in other states and the private sector.
- Contribute to the development, integration and maintenance of industrial and employee relations policy, practice, procedures and frameworks throughout the Agency.
- Research, develop and implement new classification structures and standards in relation to the negotiation/renewal of industrial Awards and Agreements, providing expert advice and consultancy to relevant stakeholders.
- Manage complex enquiries, prepare correspondence and provide high level advice and analysis in relation to the activities of the Unit, including assisting in the preparation of confidential reports, briefings and recommendations for senior management, the Secretary and/or Minister.
You will need
- High level knowledge and understanding of contemporary human resource management issues, employment legislation and industrial Awards/Agreements as they apply within the Tasmanian State Service context; together with a sound understanding of the principles of procedural fairness and their practical application in a contemporary HR service.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in providing a high-level HR and Employee Relations consultancy service in relation to dealing with complex issues including legislation interpretation, complaint handling and dispute resolution, within the political, social and organisational environment of health and human services in the public sector.
- High-level negotiation, advocacy, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and the ability to work constructively as a member of a strategically focused service delivery team.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
Fixed term full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 31 January 2027.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$111,754 to $126,579 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development opportunities
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of study from a recognised tertiary institution
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Lucas Digney
Position: Senior Workplace Relations Consultant
Phone: 0438 188 673
E-mail: lucas.digney@health.tas.gov.au
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