ER/IR ManagerHybrid

Our Support Services Team is the backbone of the Y NSW. Whether your expertise lies in HR, IT, marketing, finance, or compliance, your work helps power programs that change lives. 

Join a team that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous growth. At the Y, you’ll find a supportive, purpose-driven environment where your skills make a real difference. 

The Opportunity 

As ER/IR Manager, you will provide specialist expertise to guide Y NSW through complex employee relations and industrial matters. You’ll lead enterprise bargaining, union consultation, and case management with a people-centric, risk-aware approach that aligns with our Strategy30 and organisational values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise bargaining and union consultation processes.
• Manage complex case matters including performance, conduct, fitness for duty, and capacity.
• Draft and interpret industrial instruments and policies.
• Provide strategic advice on restructures, governance, and tribunal matters.
• Build leader capability through coaching and training.
• Partner across HR, Payroll, Legal, and L&D to ensure defensible, contemporary practice.

What You’ll Bring

• 6+ years’ experience in ER/IR roles within complex or regulated environments.
• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Law, ER/IR or related discipline.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive, high-stakes matters with integrity and courage.
• Strong knowledge of awards, enterprise agreements, and employment legislation.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and creating inclusive, respectful workplaces.

At the Y NSW, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer purpose. You’ll be part of a team that empowers children and young people to live inspired lives. You’ll work in a dynamic, agile environment where your expertise helps shape a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Who What Y?  

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact, and empowering young people. We operate 18 recreation centres and 40 out-of-school-hours care services employing over 1,000 staff across NSW to deliver enriching community programs. 

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

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