Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Shape fair, future‑focused workplaces—while helping protect NSW’s environment
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Office location Parramatta, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super
Join the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) and play a pivotal role in supporting the people who deliver outcomes that matter for NSW. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Industrial Relations professional to provide trusted advice at a senior level, influence complex decisions, and make a real impact across a diverse and purpose‑driven organisation.
As a Senior Industrial Relations Advisor, you will be a key member of the Industrial Relations team within People, Culture and Safety. You’ll provide expert strategic and technical IR advice to senior leaders and managers, helping them navigate complex people matters, drive change, and achieve positive, fair and lawful outcomes.
You’ll lead and manage industrial disputes, appear in tribunals, interpret awards and legislation, and work closely with unions and other stakeholders—all while balancing competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
About You
You’re a confident, resilient and ethical industrial relations professional who thrives in complex environments, bringing high‑level knowledge of IR legislation, policies and practices alongside proven experience delivering client‑focused advice within large or multifaceted organisations. You offer demonstrated experience in industrial advocacy before tribunals, strong negotiation and consultation capability—including effective engagement with unions—and exceptional stakeholder management, judgement and communication skills, with the ability to remain calm, balanced and solutions‑focused under pressure.
Essential Requirements
- High level knowledge of IR legislation, policies, practices and strategies
- Experience in implementing client focused IR strategies, programs and services including the delivery of presentations to management and staff
- Experience in industrial advocacy before industrial tribunals
- Demonstrated experience in undertaking successful consultations/negotiations with external stakeholders including unions, other Government Sector agencies and employment law specialists
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Industrial Relations Advisor
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
Applications close Monday 27th April 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Jacqueline Vertellini via jacqueline.vertellini@dcceew.nsw.gov.au
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Gemma Battison on 02 8289 6733 (please mention reference number 548771).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.
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