Job Overview Position: Senior Employee Relations Advisor – Project based in Helensvale, Coomera Connector Stage 1. Reporting to the Project People & Culture Manager. Provide expert strategic advice on complex industrial and employee relations matters, supporting project leaders to resolve issues effectively while minimising risk and fostering a positive, compliant workplace culture. Key Responsibilities Provide high‑level employee and industrial relations advice to project leaders and supervisors to achieve legally compliant and commercially sound outcomes. Lead and manage right‑of‑entry matters, liaising with unions and ensuring all related procedures and reporting requirements are met. Review subcontractor pre‑qualification and tender submissions to assess labour models, wage structures, site conditions and compliance with industrial obligations. Interpret and apply relevant employment legislation, modern awards, enterprise agreements and organisational policies. Lead and conduct thorough, impartial investigations into employee complaints, disputes and complex matters. Provide ER/IR risk advice to procurement and construction teams, including recommendations on subcontractor engagement and contractual controls. Conduct subcontractor compliance reviews and audits during project delivery, including payroll practices and roster patterns. Monitor the industrial relations climate on site and proactively identify, manage and mitigate emerging risks. Drive subcontractor training reporting and ensure evidence submitted meets project and policy requirements. Qualifications Significant experience in industrial relations, employee relations and workplace relations in a senior advisory capacity. In‑depth knowledge of Australian employment law (Fair Work Act, anti‑discrimination legislation, etc.). Proven success managing complex ER cases, investigations and performance matters. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels, including external stakeholders such as unions. Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Employment/Law or a related field (highly regarded). Excellent written and verbal communication, mediation and problem‑solving skills. Pragmatic, commercially aware and empathetic approach. Experience in construction or infrastructure services highly regarded. #J-18808-Ljbffr