Employee Relations Specialist

About the Company Join Hastings Deering and build something BIGGER. As one of the world's largest Caterpillar dealers, we power industries across Queensland, the Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and New Caledonia. With over 3,500 employees and 23 service centres, we deliver cutting‑edge solutions in sales, rentals, maintenance, and parts for Cat® equipment. About the Role We have an ambitious human resources and employee relations strategy designed to support our leaders and our people. To help us execute our strategy, we have an opportunity for an employee relations specialist to join our team. We're looking for a highly autonomous subject matter expert who has a high attention to detail and can build and maintain the important relationships we have created with our people and our leaders and in the industries we operate in. What you'll be doing - Provide expert advice and guidance on complex and high‑risk employee and industrial relations matters. - Represent Hastings Deering in the Fair Work Commission and in other Tribunals as required. - Manage complex performance and conduct matters and support the resolution of workplace matters in line with legislation, policies and procedures and our values. - Ensure consistent and compliant application of industrial instruments, policies, and employment laws. - Facilitate positive and transparent communication forums with our employees, Unions and other industry and regulatory bodies as required. - Assist in the negotiation of Enterprise Agreements. - Drive increased capability and education of employee relations matters to empower our leaders to manage issues with confidence. - Partner with our HR Business Partners, managers, and senior leaders. - Deliver practical, solutions‑focused advice that balances compliance, risk, and business objectives. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of ER/IR frameworks, policies, and practices. - Support a culture of fairness, inclusion, and high performance across the organisation. What you'll bring - Relevant qualifications in either business, law, psychology, communications/politics and/or human resources management. - 5+ years' experience in employee and industrial relations. - Proven experience managing complex ER/IR cases and investigations in large or complex organisations. - Proven experience in advocacy before the Fair Work Commission or other tribunals. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. - Experience providing advice on award interpretation, compliance, and risk mitigation. - Strong capability in coaching leaders and HR professionals on employee relations practices. Benefits - Competitive Salary & Security – A rewarding salary package with yearly reviews, along with a range of benefits designed to support your health, well‑being, and financial security. - Training & Career Development – Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development specific to your role. - Health & Wellbeing Support – Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, such as our Employee Assistance Program, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance. - Team & Culture – Join a tight‑knit team where collaboration thrives, with regular staying connected lunches, team BBQs, and an active social group that fosters a positive and engaging work environment. - Parental Leave – Paid parental leave options with 16 weeks for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers. - Insurance Benefits – Salary continuance insurance. - On‑Site Perks – Free on‑site parking. Interested? Here's What's Next If you're interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we'd love to hear from you Apply now – click the button below. Contact: Brianna Smith – Brianna.l.smith@hastingsdeering.com.au Phone: 1300 071 618 Hastings Deering follows a Pre‑Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process. Our office will be closed for the Christmas period from Friday, 19 December to Monday, 5 January. Applications will not be reviewed during this time; however, we encourage you to submit your application as all submissions will be reviewed from 5 January onward. #J-18808-Ljbffr