Workplace Relations Partner (Grade 5), People and Culture Job Category: Administration - Human ResourcesOne Permanent Ongoing and One Temporary (18 month) Opportunity available: Join Barwon Health's Workplace Relations Team as a Workplace Relations PartnerFull-time or Part-Time option (0.8)Deliver contemporary HR services to the organisation, ensuring alignment with best practicesWork with a dedicated team, supporting a wide range of workplace relations matters and making a significant impact on the organisation's success.About Barwon HealthBarwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9500 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.About the roleThe Workplace Relations Partner is responsible for the effective delivery of contemporary HR services to the organisation, consistent with best practice and compliant with relevant policies and processes. This includes providing leadership, coaching and mentoring in line with Barwon Health's values and strategic priorities.Provide quality, timely advice and coaching support to line managers on employee relations-related issues such as performance management, managing grievances, disciplinary matters and staff-related complaints requiring P&C advice, mediation or coordination of investigations.Interpret and provide practical working advice to management and employees on relevant Industrial Instruments covering employee groups.Partner with line managers on the management of significant change and support the process of Change Impact Statements with key stakeholders.About YouSound generalist human resources/employee relations/industrial relations skills and experience, preferably in a medium to large complex organisationExcellent people, interpersonal, communication, influencing and presentation skillsCustomer-focused and ability to develop strong, effective relationships with stakeholdersAbility to innovate and implement organisational changes and programsHighly developed organisational and time management skills and attention to detailExperience presenting to large groups of all levels and communicating effectively verbally and in writingDemonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deliver to key timeframesExperience in the Health sector or related industry would be well regardedAbout Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homesGeelong is home to world class schools and education providersAppreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexesWe believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.Contact person: Jess Gillam, Director IR/HR, People and CultureEmail: Phone: