Employee Relations Consultant

Reference Number: 1708

Job Title: Employee Relations Consultant 
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Full Time (until 22/5/2026) *Secondment opportunity available                                                       

Hours per Fortnight: 80 
Location: Graham Street 

For a confidential conversation please contact: Olivia.Gallace@gvhealth.org.au

Secondment opportunity:

GV Health supports growing IR/ER professionals within our own region and are committed to fostering relationships with other employers within the region, as such we would offer the successful candidate the opportunity to treat the position as a secondment opportunity.  This would offer the successful candidate the opportunity to grow their own professional development whilst exploring secure employment opportunities by engaging in a secondment arrangement that is a benefit to their growth and their current organisation. 

Should the prospective candidate enter into secondment negotiations with GV Health, the transfer will only occur as a result of an agreement between relevant parties within the home organisation and the receiving organisation.

About the role:

Join a Dynamic and Impactful Team as an Employee Relations Consultant!

Are you ready to make a real difference in one of the largest and most diverse workplaces in the Goulburn Valley? If you have experience in employee and industrial relations, we want you to bring your passion and expertise to GV Health! We are seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and experienced Employee Relations Consultant to lead the way in building a positive, fair, and consistent workplace environment.

In this exciting role, you'll be reporting to the Director of Employee Relations, where you'll have the unique opportunity to advise, coach, and support line managers on a broad range of employee relations issues. Key to your role will be to empower managers with the knowledge and tools they need to foster strong, productive relationships, promoting a culture of fairness and minimizing industrial and employment related risks across the organisation.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the charge in advising and supporting managers on all aspects of employee relations, ensuring a positive, consistent, and fair approach.
• Champion the development of systems, policies, and processes to enhance employee relations best practices across the board.
• Provide coaching and expertise to line managers, helping them handle a diverse range of employee relations challenges with confidence and integrity.
• Minimise risk to GV Health by ensuring the consistent application of policies and procedures, while fostering a culture of collaboration and respect.

What We're Looking For:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in HRM/IR (or related discipline).
• Knowledge of employment law, with proven expertise in interpreting and applying industrial instruments, policies, employment contracts, and legislation.
• Demonstrated success in creating and implementing systems, policies, and processes that support ‘best practice’ employee relations.
• Proven experience in HR/ER consulting or advisory roles, with a strong track record of developing innovative strategies and interventions to resolve employee relations cases.
• A high level of maturity and sound judgement, with the ability to handle complex and sensitive matters professionally.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and have a genuine impact in a workplace that thrives on diversity and growth, apply today and become part of a passionate team.

For more information on the role, contact Ms Olivia Gallace – Director Employee Relations on 5831 0123 or Olivia.gallace@gvhealth.org.au

Position Description: (Here)

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

About GV Health:

At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

Click HERE to find out more information about GV Health and our services.

Click HERE to find out more from our staff about a career and lifestyle at GV Health.

Our region:

Great things happen here! Follow the link to find out what its like to live, work and play in our wonderful region: Greater Shepparton: Great Things Happen Here

Why work at GV Health? 

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. 

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.