Employee Relations - Senior Consultant 12-Month Contract

• Partner with the business to ignite positive change and outcomes. 
• Champion a strong continuous improvement culture 
• 12 month opportunity | 2-3 days hybrid working | Open to all locations 

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role: 

Are you ready to be at the forefront of driving positive change within Origin's People & Culture team? We're on a mission to make good change happen faster, and as a P&C Employee Relations Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in leading end-to-end Case Management, providing exceptional advice, and championing Origin's energy transition. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on a 12 month Limited Term Contract. With 2 days in office hybrid working arrnagements, based at any of our major city locations.  

Why this role matters:

A our Senior Consultant, you will be leading complex workplace investigations, and expertly managing risks and supporting your internal stakeholders and business leaders. By provideing exceptional advice on Australian employment laws, and applying a commercially sensitive approach.

You you will also:

• Manage and resolve external ER claims and litigation, representing the business in relevant commissions.
• Act as a point of escalation for complex matters within the ER Team.
• Brief and direct external stakeholders, including lawyers and investigators.
• Support the ongoing development of Employee Relations best practices through projects and education.

What will you bring?

The ideal candidate will have a background in Employee Relations case management or as a HR Business Partner with substantial ER exposure. If you are someone who thrives in a consultative service environment, possesses outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. Making sound decisions under pressure, we want to hear from you.

Key qualifications and skills include:

• Deep understanding of Australian employment law and its practical application.
• Confidence and expertise in leading complex workplace investigations.
• Experience in managing matters before regulatory bodies, such as the Fair Work Commission.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced interpersonal skills, and influencing ability.
• Track record in fast-paced, customer-focused environments, emphasizing trusted and timely advice.
• Familiarity with Customer Service Management and HR Information systems, such as ServiceNow and SuccessFactors.

So, why join us?

• Contribute to Australia's low-carbon economy and shape the future of energy.
• Join a dynamic team with inclusive leadership, where your ideas are valued.
• Embrace work-life balance with a hybrid working model (2 days in the office).
• Enjoy a central CBD location with easy access to parking and public transport.
• Unlock discounted Origin benefits on Electrical, Gas, and Internet services.
• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions. 

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

To learn more about who we are, and what we do, visit our website: www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

You will be required to meet Origin's employment criteria which may include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.