Employee Relations Partner

There’s never been a better time to be in energy. And there’s never been a more exciting time to be at Endeavour Energy. 

More than 2.7 million people across New South Wales rely on us every day for the supply of safe and reliable power to their homes and businesses. We employ more than 1,700 people across our catchment, making us one of the largest employers in Sydney’s Greater West.

To work with us in this role, you don’t need to have any energy experience. We need talented people who are ready for challenge and growth and value a sense of care and belonging. Why? Because our vision is to lead the way with smarter energy solutions. Play your part in helping us to put the customer first and transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future for us all.

Sitting within the broader People and Culture team, You will be part of a specialist team providing support and advice on diverse employment related and industrial matters.

You'll report to the Employee Relations Manager and work within a supportive and high performing environment. You will have responsibility for partnering with stakeholders across Endeavour Energy’s business, providing leadership and direct support on a broad range of complex and sensitive employment matters. 

Key Accountabilities

• Lead case management of complex and sensitive employment matters, ensuring fair and just process and alignment with the Enterprise Agreement, legislation, contract and policies
• Co-ordinate and facilitate dispute resolution processes, liaising with Union representatives
• Represent Endeavour Energy as an advocate in tribunals or commissions, including in conciliations and smaller matters
• Coach managers and People & Culture partners to address and resolve sensitive and/or complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, health management matters
• Support larger organisational changes, including advising and assisting in the management of consultation and redundancy processes
• Research and develop advice and options to inform Endeavour Energy’s industrial strategy
• Support the Employee Relations Manager, to manage risks and resolve complex employee relations issues, including collaborating with legal counsel as needed
• Support the design, negotiation, implementation and interpretation of the Enterprise Agreement, other industrial instruments and associated policies as required.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of employment laws, regulations and ensure organisational compliance to them 
• Develop, revise and communicate policy and procedure changes related to employment relations

Skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Law, or a related field
• 3 to 5 years PQE, preferably in labor law or a related field or Proven experience in an employee relations role.
• Excellent understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of integrity.

For further information, please contact recruitment@endeavourenergy.com.au

Applications close - 1 August 2024

When we power together, we can achieve so much more.

At Endeavour Energy, having a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us better, safer, and stronger. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, motivated, valued, included and respected.

Endeavour Energy is a critical infrastructure organisation and performs various background checks to evaluate the suitability of an applicant before making an employment offer to ensure the security and protection of its assets.