Specialist Consultant - Employee Relations

Origin Energy Services Ltd is seeking a Specialist Consultant - Employee Relations to drive positive change within their People & Culture team. The role involves managing workplace investigations, advising on Australian employment laws, and supporting stakeholders. Candidates should have a background in employee relations or HR, with strong communication skills. Multiple positions are available in various CBD locations, and the company offers a hybrid working model.
• Partner with the business to ignite positive change and outcomes.
• Champion a strong continuous improvement culture.
• Multiple Opportunities Available | Open to all major CBD locations.

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role

Are you ready to be at the forefront of driving positive change within Origin's People & Culture team? We're on a mission to make good change happen faster, and as Specialist Consultant - Employee Relations, you will play an important role in enabling our leaders to embed accountability, achieving exceptional performance. We have multiple opportunities available, working in a permanent and limited term capacity.

Reporting to the Manager – ER, as our Specialist Consultant - Employee Relations you will lead complex workplace investigations, providing exceptional advice on Australian employment laws, and managing risks and supporting a variety of stakeholders throughout the journey.  You will also: 
• Manage and resolve external ER claims and litigation, representing Origin in relevant tribunals.
• Act as a point of escalation for complex matters within the ER Team.
• Partner closely with our leaders, P&C and other stakeholders.
• Brief and direct external stakeholders, including lawyers and investigators.
• Support the ongoing development of ER practices through driving our strategic priorities and education.
• Be a key contributor to achieving P&C’s strategic objectives and be a part of continuous improvement initiatives.

 

Is this you?

The ideal candidate will have a background in ER, workplace relations, case management or HR Business Partnering with substantial ER exposure. If you are someone who thrives in a consultative service environment, possesses outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. Making sound decisions under pressure, we want to hear from you.

Key qualifications and skills include:
• Degree qualifications in law or business specialising in employment law/industrial relations or similar.
• 5+ years' experience in ER, workplace relations or similar.
• Deep understanding of Australian employment law and its practical application.
• Confidence and expertise in leading complex workplace investigations.
• Advocacy experience in managing matters before tribunals such as the Fair Work Commission.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced interpersonal skills, and influencing ability.
• Experience in fast-paced, complex organisations, emphasising trusted and timely advice.
• Familiarity with HR Information systems, such as ServiceNow and SuccessFactors.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

So why join us?
• Embrace work-life balance with a hybrid working model.
• 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth
• Enjoy a great CBD location with access to parking and public transport.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.
• Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.
• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee
• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.