Employment Relations Specialist

About Juniper:

At Juniper, we are dedicated to providing high-quality aged care services to communities across Western Australia. Our team is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

If you are a proactive change leader with a passion for communication and engagement, we invite you to apply and be part of Juniper’s transformation journey.

About the role:

We’re looking for an experienced and knowledgeable Employee Relations Specialist to join our Workforce Program team on a 9-month fixed-term contract. Based at our central Balcatta office, you will play a key role in supporting enterprise agreement implementation and ensuring compliance with employment legislation and industrial instruments.

This role is integral to Juniper’s strategic workforce initiatives, ensuring we are positioned to attract and retain a skilled workforce while meeting all legislative and industrial requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct workforce contract compliance reviews to identify and address potential risks
• Assess time and wages data to ensure alignment with the enterprise agreement and Fair Work Act
• Support implementation of Juniper’s new 2025 Enterprise Agreement, including change management planning and consultation
• Provide expert advice on employment law, industrial relations, and policy application
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support remediation of compliance issues and develop workforce-related policies
• Assist with BOOT testing, contract issuance, and industrial relations change projects

Key requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience in employee relations or industrial relations within a complex organization
• Experience in the aged care or health sectors (desirable)
• Qualifications in change management or project management
• Expertise in interpreting enterprise agreements, awards, and employment law
• Strong analytical and Excel skills to manage data and assess compliance
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• A collaborative approach with the ability to influence and drive change

What's on offer?

• Attractive salary and benefits
• Salary Package up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Be part of a passionate team making a real difference
• Juniperks: an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement

How to Apply:

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a supportive team in a rewarding role! Apply online today with your current CV.

We encourage people of all ages and cultures to apply. Shortlisting will begin immediately, so don’t wait!