Principal Advisor

Description:

The role of the Principal Advisor, Industrial Relations and Policy will assist and support the Manager in relation to management of the workforce policy and development, maintenance of the policies, procedures and Q&As on the Intranet.

The Principal Advisor will be required to work independently to project lead and manage emerging HR and Industrial Relations policy development resulting from legislative and directive changes.

The Principal Advisor will also be required to provide clarification and advice regarding industrial legislation, instruments and related matters. The Principal Advisor has supervisory responsibility of the AO6 Advisor and AO5 Advisor within the Industrial Relations and Policy team.

As a Principal Advisor You Will

• Lead and manage the development and maintenance of the workforce policy framework in consultation with internal and external stakeholders.
• Undertake research, environmental scanning and critical analysis to identify and advise on workforce trends to support contemporary workforce policy.
• Lead important HR programs for People and Culture on behalf of Employee and Industrial Relations.
• Maintain a sound knowledge of contemporary industrial and employee relations issues, and provide strategic, operational and technical advice in relation to relevant legislation, enterprise bargaining agreements, modern awards, policies and directives.
• Provide authoritative and tactical advice and support in relation to policy and procedure changes, and the development of a contemporary workforce policy framework for the department.
• Prepare clear and concise briefing material/papers and other information as required for senior leaders, the Director-General and Minister.
• Monitor the department's legislative compliance in respect of various directive, policy, audit and related matters and forums.
• Develop, maintain and promote productive relationships with stakeholders (subject matter experts, senior leaders, union officials and inter-governmental networks) based on trust competence and skill.
• Provide advice and support to the Manager and team by promoting and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Other tasks as determined by the Manager where the employee is deemed to hold the appropriate capabilities to carry out those tasks.
  
  
  

There is no mandatory qualification requirement for this role. However, the department values the enhanced work performance which may be gained from the expanded knowledge base and skills acquired during tertiary training and encourage both existing and potential staff to participate in lifelong learning. Tertiary qualifications in human resources, policy, employment/industrial relations (or a related discipline) would be well regarded.

It is desirable to have a high level understanding and extensive experience in policy writing, development, and managing policy frameworks in line with legislative requirements relevant to the department.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group HR & Industrial Relations