Head of Wellbeing + Workplace Relations

Shape and deliver a forward-thinking strategy that combines proactive employee wellbeing with robust workplace relations practice.

About the Organisation
Join a highly successful ASX-listed organisation with a reputation for growth, innovation and performance. This business is recognised as a leader in its sector and is committed to creating an environment where people thrive and where customer experience is enviable. With a strong culture of collaboration, respect and inclusion, employees enjoy the opportunity to make a genuine impact while being supported by robust wellbeing and workplace practices.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a Head of Wellbeing and Workplace Relations to shape and deliver a forward-thinking function that combines proactive employee wellbeing with robust workplace relations practices. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, you will lead a small high-performing team overseeing workplace relations, wellbeing + mental health, and injury management.
This pivotal role builds on strong foundations, offering you the opportunity to evolve strategies and programs, embed best practice, and enhance employee experience while fostering a safe, 'speak-up' culture.

Key Focus Areas;

• Lead the development and delivery of a contemporary Wellbeing + Workplace Relations strategies.
• Manage complex workplace investigations and represent the organisation as necessary.
• Coach and advise senior leaders, influencing decision-making with data as appropriate.
• Oversee employee wellbeing and mental health programs, ensuring psychosocial safety practices are embedded whilst fostering and promoting a strong ‘speak up’ culture.
• Ensure best-practice injury management and rehabilitation processes.
• Refresh and modernise workplace policies.Report regularly to the Executive and Board.

• Extensive Workplace Relations expertise, including handling complex employee relations matters.
• Sound working knowledge of Australian employment, safety, compensation and rehabilitation laws.
• The presence and credibility to influence senior stakeholders, to CEO and Board level.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in policy design and implementation.
• A genuine interest and/or proven experience in wellbeing, mental health and psychosocial safety.
• The ability to lead and develop a small, specialist team.