About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About Veolia</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>The Opportunity</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">We don’t let anything go to waste, your potential included! </span></p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced ER/IR specialist who is ready to elevate their career with a large and varied organisation. In this newly created position, we’re looking for a strategic thinker who thrives in complexity and brings a data driven approach. </span></p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">This role will be pivotal in shaping how we engage, negotiate and build trust across the organisation. Your work will help drive a sophisticated approach in delivering a full spectrum of employee and industrial relations activities, building knowledge and capability across all lines of business. Your demonstrable experience across ER/IR will also extend to management of Fair Work claims, disputes, bargaining and EA management and negotiation. </span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What's on offer</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Help strategically elevate the ER/IR function</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Widely varied role with blue and white collar exposure</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Global company and household name brand</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What you'll be responsible for</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Provide expert day to day ER/IR advice to key stakeholders including Line Managers, HR Managers and HR Business Partners, in a diverse and fast paced environment. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Provide coaching, support and training to Managers and key HR team members across all areas of ER/IR, including in the planning and negotiation of enterprise agreements.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Advise, participate and lead enterprise agreement negotiations as required.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">End to end claim management (e.g Fair Work, AHRC), including drafting responses to claims and completing submissions.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Provide advocacy in the Fair Work Commission and other workplace tribunals as required.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Coach and provide expert advice and support on case management and complex workplace investigations. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Advise, participate and lead dispute resolution processes as required.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Advise, manage and participate in complex Union matters and drive effective resolution of disputes. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Gather and analyse key data metrics to take data driven decisions.</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What you'll need to be successful</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:12.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Tertiary qualification in HR/IR or equivalent industry experience in a similar role. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated high level experience as an ER/IR practitioner in a large organisation.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated experience in providing expert advice re interpretation of legislation, awards, enterprise agreements and industrial relations strategy. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated high level experience in supporting and conducting complex workplace investigations and disciplinary matters. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated high level experience in Enterprise Agreement negotiations. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated experience interacting and advocating in the Fair Work Commission and/or other industrial tribunals. </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Varied experience in managing complex Union matters, demonstrating effective resolution of disputes.</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Why Veolia?</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways</span></p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at </span><a style="text-decoration:none" href="http://anz.veolia.com/careers"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#1155cc;text-decoration:underline">anz.veolia.com/careers</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.</span></p></div></div></div>