HR/IR jobs
Industrial Officer
| Location: | Ultimo |
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| Company: | Independent Education Union of Australia, NSW/ACT Branch |
| Email: | ieu@ieu.asn.au |
| Telephone: | 0282028900 |
| Apps close: | Monday 16th November 2020 |
The IEU is a union with over 30,000 members in NSW and the ACT employed in Catholic schools, independent schools and other non-government organisations such as early childhood services and post-secondary colleges.
The Union is seeking an Industrial Officer to perform the following duties:
• conduct of bargaining for agreements covering smaller groups of members, usually with Organisers
• advocacy before the Fair Work Commission and other tribunals as required
• provide advice to other union officers and members on the interpretation of agreements, dispute handling and legal rights pursuant to the Fair Work Act
• preparation of matters for court and tribunal hearings, including underpayment claims and matters relating to teacher registration etc.
The successful applicant will have the following attributes:
• relevant tertiary qualifications, preferably legal or industrial relations qualifications
• ability to work as part of a team
• ability to be self-motivated and pursue complex matters, seeking guidance and assistance as required
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• attention to detail and ability to review and assess lengthy and tedious documents.
A commitment to the union movement and labour values is essential.
Applicants who have experience in the indicative duties above as well as new graduates are invited to apply.
A driver’s licence is desirable.
The position will be based in our Ultimo office in Sydney. Officers are expected to be available for weekend and evening work from time to time. Overnight travel will occasionally be required to regional IEU offices and inter-state meetings. Weekend work will be advised well in advance.
Salaries and conditions are in line with IEU Officer conditions, including competitive salaries, 13.5% superannuation, six weeks annual leave and 15 days per annum sick leave.
Your application should include a CV, the names and contact details of two referees, and at least one example (preferably two) of written work to demonstrate your experience and written communication skills.
These examples could include a written submission to a tribunal, correspondence to an employer setting out issues in bargaining etc and in the case of a new graduate material could include essays or other assessment tasks.
Recent graduates as well as experienced industrial officers are encouraged to apply.