Workplace Relations Specialist

Position Overview

Join Calvary Health Care as a Workplace Relations Specialist and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing employment relations within one of Australia's leading healthcare organizations. This permanent full-time role offers flexible hybrid working options across locations in Sydney, Newcastle (NSW), Melbourne (VIC), and Adelaide (SA). Enjoy charity salary packaging benefits that enhance your net earnings.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate on negotiating and implementing enterprise agreements.
• Provide expert advice on wages and entitlements governed by the Fair Work Act and related laws, including contract law.
• Manage relationships with unions and facilitate alternative dispute resolutions.
• Engage in projects such as mergers and acquisitions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of policies with an industrial focus.
• Offer support to Employment Relations colleagues, including handling case management overflow and litigation assistance.

About the Team and Role

Work alongside a group of four experienced Workplace Relations professionals who are passionate about growing expertise in employment law and committed to problem-solving across Calvary. This is a mid-level advisory role, not a leadership position, suited for professionals from corporate, union, advisory, payroll, legal, or people & culture backgrounds interested in advancing within this specialized field.

Candidate Profile

• At least 2 years of dedicated experience in Employment Relations, Industrial Relations, or Workplace Relations advisory roles, or a minimum of 4 years as a People & Culture Business Partner.
• Senior Payroll Specialists with strong interpretation and advanced Excel capabilities who wish to deepen their knowledge of enterprise agreements are encouraged to apply.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply Fair Work instruments such as Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements.
• Sound understanding of Australian employment legislation including the Fair Work Act and Long Service Leave provisions.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Excel to perform payroll and employment-related data audits and analyses.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• A proactive, inquisitive mindset with strong research and problem-solving abilities.
• Innovative thinker eager to challenge traditional approaches.
• Strong organizational aptitude and competence across Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Compensation and Benefits

The remuneration package includes a base salary of $138,000 per annum, plus 12% superannuation and additional charity salary packaging benefits valued up to $6,000, effectively increasing take-home pay.

Additional Details

• Work locations include Sydney, Newcastle (NSW), Melbourne (VIC), and Adelaide (SA).
• Permanent full-time employment with hybrid working arrangement.
• Applications close on August 14, 2026.
• Pre-employment screening will be conducted, including reference, work rights, criminal record, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health assessment.

Why Join Calvary?

With a legacy spanning over 130 years and a workforce of approximately 18,500 staff, Calvary offers a supportive and inclusive culture where individuality is celebrated. Employees benefit from paid parental leave, training and career development opportunities, and an environment where care is central to all services ranging from aged care to hospitals.