Careers at UniSC

• People and Culture | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 6, $90,038 – $97,437p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

This is your chance to step into a newly established role as our Workplace Relations Coordinator and truly make it your own! As part of our Workplace Relations and Business Partner team, you'll collaborate with line managers across UniSC to help shape and deliver our people strategy. You'll provide trusted guidance on employee relations and People and Culture matters, ensuring smooth application of UniSC policies, practices, and industrial instruments. Supported by experienced senior leaders, you’ll also receive professional mentoring to grow your expertise, making this an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and evolving team environment with a passion and commitment to excellence.

You will

• drive workplace relations initiatives and projects that strengthen UniSC’s approach to creating a positive and collaborative work environment;
• promote a healthy, safe, and compliant workplace by ensuring alignment with legislation, Enterprise Agreements, policies, and workplace health and safety standards;
• provide advice and recommendations to stakeholders on workplace relations and People and Culture matters, helping shape a supportive, engaged workforce; and
• play a key role in delivering exceptional client support while contributing to initiatives that boost efficiency and enhance our workplace experience.

About you:

Our ideal candidate is excited to take on this newly created role with ambition to make a real impact. You’ll bring enthusiasm and a proactive approach to supporting UniSC’s People & Culture initiatives, helping to drive our strategic goals. With your excellent communication skills, you’ll provide first-level advice on P&C matters, guiding managers, supervisors, and staff through minor grievances, employment conditions, and more. You’re ready to collaborate on case work, investigations, and cultural reviews, while ensuring compliance with workplace relations standards. You’ll also have an eye for detail, contributing to policy reviews, analysing workforce data, and maintaining records. Eager for professional development opportunities? You’ll grow with us, supported by a dynamic and innovative team committed to helping you thrive.

To be successful you will possess:

• Proven experience providing workplace relations and P&C advice, with a solid understanding of Enterprise Agreements and the Australian industrial framework.
• Strong ability to engage and influence stakeholders, building rapport and fostering effective working relationships.
• Exceptional organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• A sharp eye for interpreting, analysing, and solving problems, offering strategic and operational advice on various People & Culture matters.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at usccareers@usc.edu.au  or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  Workplace Relations Coordinator.pdf

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 3 November 2024

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now, as we are conducting interviews on a rolling basis. The position may close early once we find the ideal candidate, so submit your application today to ensure prompt consideration.

A completed application includes a cover letter and resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified Selection Criteria as outlined within the Position Description.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact usccareers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-the-sunshine-coast/life/professionalcareers/   

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Simone Young

Associate Director, Workplace Relations and Business Partnering
Telephone: 07 5456 5330
Email: syoung3@usc.edu.au  

Working towards a better tomorrow

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.