Employee Relations Manager

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 4

Remuneration: $153559 - $182954 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Central Coast

Requisition ID: REQ688391

Applications Close: Sunday, 4th October 2026 at 11:59pm

Are you an experienced Employee Relations or Industrial Relations professional looking for a role where you can influence workforce strategy, lead complex industrial matters and advocate on behalf of a large and diverse health service?

Central Coast Local Health District is seeking a talented Employee Relations Manager to provide expert advice and representation across a broad range of employment and industrial relations matters. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping workforce outcomes, supporting organisational priorities and representing the District in proceedings before the NSW Industrial Relations Commission, tribunals and other statutory bodies.

About The Opportunity

Workplace relations are evolving rapidly across the health sector, creating exciting opportunities to influence contemporary employment practices, support workforce reform and help shape strategic decision-making across CCLHD.

As Employee Relations Manager, you will provide high-level expertise across

Industrial and employment law advice

Advocacy before the NSW Industrial Relations Commission and tribunals

Award, policy and legislative interpretation

Workplace investigations

Performance and conduct management

Complex grievances and disputes

Union consultation, engagement and negotiation

Organisational change and workforce reform

Working closely with senior leaders, unions and key stakeholders, you will lead significant industrial matters, provide trusted strategic advice and strengthen employee relations capability across the organisation.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

You are a talented ER/IR, Employment Law or HR professional with qualifications in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of skills, knowledge and experience gained within a large and complex organisation.

You Bring:

Demonstrated advocacy experience before the NSW Industrial Relations Commission, tribunals or other statutory bodies

Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial instruments and contemporary workplace relations practices

Experience managing complex and sensitive employee relations matters

The ability to build credibility and influence with senior leaders, unions and key stakeholders

A practical, solutions-focused approach and sound judgement in a dynamic environment

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced practitioner who enjoys navigating complex workplace issues, influencing strategic outcomes and making a tangible impact across a major public health organisation.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.

Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.

Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.

* Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?

Jonathan Morris

Phone: 0455 727 561

Email: [email protected]

Rory Edward

Phone: 0488 009 697

Email: [email protected]

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