Industrial Relations Specialist

St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since 1922. Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live. Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.

About the Role:

St John WA is seeking an experienced Industrial Relations Specialist to join our Industrial Relations team on a permanent full-time basis, with the opportunity for appointment at a Senior Industrial Relations Specialist level depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

In this role, you will deliver strategic and specialist industrial relations advice to minimise disputes, enhance workforce relations and support organisational objectives. You will manage complex workplace matters, support leaders, lead consultation and bargaining processes, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and industrial instruments.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide strategic industrial and employee relations advice to leaders, managers and People Services, ensuring compliance with the Fair Work Act, Enterprise Agreements, Awards and organisational policies.
• Manage complex industrial relations and employee relations matters, including disputes, investigations, grievances, misconduct and performance issues.
• Lead and support enterprise agreement bargaining, employee and union consultation, and organisational change initiatives.
• Represent St John WA in negotiations, the Fair Work Commission and other external forums where required.
• Build leader capability by providing coaching, training and practical guidance on industrial and employee relations matters.
• Develop proactive strategies to identify, prevent and resolve industrial relations risks while fostering positive workforce relations.
• Manage casework and provide practical, commercially focused solutions that align with organisational objectives and legislative requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and, where appointed at the Senior level, provide mentoring and guidance to team members.

What You’ll Need:

• Relevant qualification, such as a Bachelor of Human Resources, Industrial Relations or Employment Law.
• 4 – 5 years’ of experience required in a similar role, such as Senior Industrial Relations or Employee Relations Advisor; Industrial Relations or Employee Relations Advisor.
• Up-to-date knowledge of industrial relations legislation, Australian employment law, industrial relations processes and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Experience in negotiating enterprise agreements and managing complex industrial relations matters.
• The ability to influence, build positive relationships and provide trusted advice to management, employees and unions.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment, along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• Corporate uniform
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Consumer discounts
• Discounts on first aid equipment
• Complimentary First Aid Training
• Complimentary ambulance cover

Ready to Apply?

To be considered for this opportunity, please click Apply Now. You will need to complete the online application form and submit the following:

1. Up to date CV detailing key experiences and work history.
2. A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your motivation for applying and demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the requirements of the role.

Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application. If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Applications that do not include both a cover letter and resume may not be considered.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Careers on (08) 9334 1436 or via email at careers@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close on Sunday 9th August 2026 at 6pm.

St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.

St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety. We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered. Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.

St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.