Labour Relations Adviser

Labour Relations Adviser

(00016500)

Permanent Appointment

 Are you motivated to contribute to impactful government initiatives and support informed decision-making across the public sector? Then join the agency responsible for overseeing workforce issues for over 180,000 employees! 

Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment? We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working hours and working at home, to help support you and get the best results possible for our community.

We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. Whether it is enabling good governance to local communities, regulating racing, gaming and liquor activities, resolving consumer and trade disputes, monitoring compliance, protecting workers’ health and safety, or rolling out new technology to provide better customer service, LGIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.

About Us

Hear from a past graduate as they share their experience in GSLR and how the public sector is a place of opportunity.

Our 12-month program provides you with a rare opportunity to embark on a successful industrial relations career.

You’ll start the program in GSLR – a central agency function within the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS). We’ll provide you with a tailored plan based your own development needs – including on-the-job training from some incredibly talented advisers, offsite training with other graduates, and work placements across the public sector.

Most importantly, we’ll continue to invest in your development once the graduate program is over!          

About the role

Graduates can expect to gain exposure to labour policy and framework reform, negotiating industrial agreements, and consulting to public sector employers.  You’ll engage with a range of challenging stakeholders and work with an amazing and supportive team.

As a GSLR Graduate, you will receive:

• A permanent position (subject to satisfactory performance).
• A three month placement with a public sector agency (subject to operational requirements).
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• A comprehensive support network, including your manager, graduate coordinator, and an internal and external mentor.
• Attractive salary, flexible work arrangements and metropolitan location

Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, leadership capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.

While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a permanent appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence of your ongoing right to work in Australia for the duration of your employment with the Department. Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed term vacancies that arise.

Applicants must provide their certification and/or academic transcripts to verify relevance to the job requirements. Qualifications obtained outside of Australia must be provided with an assessment from the Overseas Qualifications Unit to ensure they meet Australian Standards (this is a free service).

To work for LGIRS, you must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a clearance before you start. If deemed suitable, LGIRS will coordinate and pay for your NCCHC as part of your pre-employment checks.

More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Further information

Please contact Jen Broderick, Director Government Sector Labour Relations on (08) 6552 94***or via *************@lgirs.wa.gov.au or visit our website. You can also keep up to date on LGIRS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

How to apply

We ask for you to provide:

A cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing: why you’re applying for this Graduate Program, your short and longer term career aspirations, and your knowledge and experience developed through studies and work (this may include work experience or volunteer work) to demonstrate your willingness to learn, ability to research and analyse, and communicate effectively with various stakeholders. A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development (maximum two pages). A copy of your Academic Transcript.

Role Specific Requirements

The following outlines what experience and qualifications are required to undertake this role:

Ability to find information and undertake research, analyse and make evidence-based recommendations. Ability to clearly explain information using language appropriate to the audience. An undergraduate or postgraduate degree relevant to labour relations completed within the past 24 months, or that will be completed by the end of the current calendar year. This typically includes, but is not limited to, industrial relations, human resource management, psychology or law. However, don't let this deter you - if you feel as though your qualifications are relevant to our field of work, we want to hear from you!

Expected Leadership Behaviours

While it is expected that the occupant will demonstrate all leadership behaviours of a Personal Leader, the following outlines those that are required to undertake this role:

• Lead Adaptively - You participate in learning opportunities, reflect on your learnings and, with appropriate support, actively implement them.

• Embody The Spirit of Public Service - You display and embody the spirit of public service in all your decision making, interactions and professional activities.

• Build Capability - You are approachable and receptive to all members of your team.

• Deliver on High Leverage Areas - You take responsibility for managing your work to achieve results, keeping others informed of your progress.

• Dynamically Sense The Environment - You listen to and understand the needs of others in your work environment.

• Think Through Complexity - You know where to find relevant information and use a common sense approach to research and analyse, and then make evidence based recommendations.

• Lead Collectively - You complete your work to a high standard and ensure information is accurate.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.

In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply, and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with LGIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Asritha Siddantham, Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 09***or email ***************@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume, covering letter and academic transcript.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.  That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department.  Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.

We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.

We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 ***
• SMS relay – 0423 677 ***

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at ***************@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Friday, 28 August 2026 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.

We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.

Attachments
- Applicant Information Pack.pdf
- job description form.pdf

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