Role Snapshot Support enterprise agreement interpretation and day-to-day industrial relations advice Partner with operational leaders on workplace issues, disputes, and compliance Contribute to enterprise bargaining and national workforce strategies Operate within a high-volume, unionised logistics and service environment About the Company Our client is one of Australia’s most iconic employers, delivering essential services at scale across metropolitan, regional, and remote communities. Operating a national logistics and customer service network with a highly diverse workforce, the organisation plays a critical role in connecting Australians. With a strong industrial footprint, multiple enterprise agreements, and active union engagement, the company supports robust workplace relations practices to ensure fairness, compliance, and continuity of operations. The Role This is a high-impact opportunity to join a collaborative workplace relations team supporting operations, logistics, and corporate environments across Australia. As a Workplace Relations Advisor, you’ll provide timely and pragmatic guidance to business leaders on employee matters, enterprise agreement interpretation, workplace disputes, and performance-related cases. You will support day-to-day operations and also contribute to the broader workplace relations strategy, including enterprise bargaining and policy reform. This role suits a confident communicator who thrives in unionised environments and is comfortable managing complexity across a large, distributed workforce. Key Responsibilities Provide operational IR advice to business leaders and HR partners across industrial instruments and policies Interpret and apply enterprise agreements, awards, and employment legislation Assist in the resolution of workplace issues, grievances, and disputes Support enterprise bargaining and workforce change initiatives Represent the organisation in conciliation meetings and discussions with unions Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and foster constructive industrial dialogue Contribute to the continuous improvement of IR frameworks, tools, and communications Skills and Experience 3–6 years’ experience in workplace relations, industrial relations, or employment law Deep understanding of enterprise agreements, Fair Work Act, and industrial frameworks Proven experience in unionised or large, multi-site organisations Strong case management and advisory skills across employee relations matters Ability to interpret complex agreements and communicate clearly with operational leaders Experience supporting enterprise bargaining processes is highly regarded Tertiary qualifications in law, industrial relations, human resources, or related field What’s on Offer Join a nationally recognised employer with one of Australia’s largest operational workforces Contribute to fair and consistent workplace practices across a diverse industrial environment Work with an experienced team supporting high-volume IR casework and strategic initiatives Hybrid working model, flexible arrangements, and supportive leadership To explore this opportunity, please email your resume and a brief cover note outlining your: Experience in enterprise agreement interpretation and workplace case management Background advising in complex, unionised or regulated environments Familiarity with enterprise bargaining and employment compliance For further information or a confidential discussion, contact: Ivan Pignataro Director D’Arcy Weil M: 0416 507 856 | E: ivan@darcyweil.com WorkplaceRelations EmploymentLaw IndustrialRelations FairWork UnionEngagement MelbourneJobs DarcyWeil
