Employee Relations Advisor

Brighter Futures Start Here

We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe. With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. Join our team in our unwavering promise to make everyday living brighter by providing great value products at the best prices for Australian and New Zealand families. 

As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of. 

Join the team

The Employee Relations and Advisory team are a central hub of HR professionals who provide HR advice and support across both Kmart and Target. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in facilitating Employee Relations activities across the Division. This includes involvement in enterprise bargaining, spearheading ER projects, refining policies and processes, and representing the company in legal proceedings and advocacy efforts. If you're eager to join a collaborative team and make a meaningful impact in this space, we would love to hear from you. 

What you’ll be doing

As an Employee Relations Advisor, you’ll: 
   

• Support and implement employee strategies to support business plans and priorities, including supporting operational change initiatives and developing effective relationships with relevant external parties (e.g. employer associations, unions, government etc.)  

• Support the Enterprise Agreement negotiation cycle across Kmart Group. 

• Provide expert and practical advice and guidance on all relevant employee relations issues, including changes to employment related legislation and developments. 

• Ensure the People & Capability team are provided with the required support to assist with the resolution of employee relations issues and cases, including investigation of complaints and representation before tribunals as required. 

• Work collaboratively with the Employee Relations and Advisory team and People & Capability Business Partners to manage the development and implementation of training for line managers, in key Workplace Relations policies (e.g., Respect at work, performance management) 

• Proactively support continuous improvement and compliance activities across the Division.  

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• A tertiary qualification in Employee Relations, Human Resources or Law. 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role within a fast paced, high-volume environment, preferably within the retail industry.   

• End-to-end experience in enterprise bargaining.

• Experience in industrial disputes and advocacy in various tribunals. 

• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, strong ER drafting skills and an ability to work autonomously. 

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with external parties and at all levels of the organisation.  

• Competent knowledge of relevant industrial laws along with demonstrated ability to prioritise multiple competing demands and persuade and negotiate outcomes. 
    

Benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our National Office
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible products
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
• Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office
• We offer inclusive parental leave, a family room and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances
• A dynamic learning and support program
• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
• In-house café that serves breakfast, lunch and includes a collaborative space to work in
• A reflection room that can be used for prayer, meditation, or time for you
• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
• Regular product sample sales with loads of discounted items to purchase
• Wesfarmers is Kmart’s parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group

A place you can belong

At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing diversity@kmart.com.au

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!
 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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