About the Role:

The responsibility of the Industrial Officer will be to provide expert professional and industrial advice and representation to members and groups of members in relation to their industrial and/or professional issues. As a key advocate for members, an Industrial Officer will develop and drive effective industrial strategies, manage complex casework, support enterprise bargaining and negotiations, and represent members before industrial tribunals and other relevant forums. In addition, an Industrial Officer will also contribute to workplace campaigns, working collaboratively to strengthen engagement to achieve positive industrial outcomes.

About You:

To be considered for the position you will need to meet the following criteria:

• Qualifications and experience as a legal practitioner or industrial relations practitioner/advocate.
• Knowledge of employment law and/or knowledge or experience in nursing, midwifery and/or aged care practice, policy or management.
• Ability to provide industrial advice to the staff/members of ANMFSA in collaboration, where necessary, with the Branch’s advisers.
• Demonstrated ability to advise and represent members effectively in relation to their industrial and workplace matters, both at the initial enquiry stage and through ongoing file management.
• Demonstrated skills in:
  • Advocacy; and
  • Negotiation; and
  • Problem solving.
• Undertake case work or projects relevant to this role.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and attention to detail.
• Sound time management skills and the ability to organise own work.
• Demonstrate sound judgement and attention to detail in providing timely, accurate, and practical advice.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of trade unionism and have a strong client service focus.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team, be self-directed within the team environment and provide advice and support to other members of the team.
• Ongoing commitment to undertake the personal and professional development required to ensure currency of knowledge and skills at the required level.
• Hold a current driver’s license.
• Hold a current DHS Working with Children Check (WWCC) or have the ability to obtain one.

About us:

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch) is the principal professional and industrial organisation representing more than 26,000 nurses, midwives and personal care workers across South Australia. ANMF (SA Branch) has been both a progressive industry body and the leading voice for the nursing and midwifery workforce for more than a century, working together to negotiate positive outcomes at a local, state and federal level.

As a service of ANMF (SA Branch), the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Education Centre (ANMEC) is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and SA’s 2019 Training Provider of the Year. We pride ourselves on delivering high quality education with great student support, flexible learning options, and excellent student outcomes.

ANMF (SA Branch) also operates an in-house legal firm, Union Legal SA, providing legal services to both members and non-members, and works with other partners to support the Rosemary Bryant Foundation, a charity sponsoring nursing and midwifery research.

Our Culture and Benefits:

At the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch), we are dedicated to supporting our members and the broader healthcare workforce. You will play an active role in strengthening a positive, engaged, and dynamic workforce that is focused on making a meaningful difference for our members.

We foster a professional, collaborative and supportive team environment where every role contributes to shaping a positive and dynamic workforce. Join a passionate, friendly team, where you will have the opportunity to take ownership, embrace responsibility, and experience fulfillment in your work.

Why Join Us?

• Paid Professional Development Allowance – Invest in your growth and development
• Additional Personal Leave days each year - Because your wellbeing matters
• Paid Gratis leave between Christmas and New Years – Enjoy extra time off without dipping into your Annual Leave
• 17.5% Leave Loading (capped) – Extra financial support when you take annual leave
• Flexible working arrangements – Balance work and life with ease
• Active Employee Assistance program (EAP) – Access professional support when you need it
• Free onsite parking – Hassle free access to work
• Paid Parental Leave - Support when it matters most, with paid time off to care for your growing family.
• Extra superannuation benefits (after 6 months) - Boost your future with increased employer superannuation contributions
• Programmed Day Off (PDO) – Accrue one Programmed Day Off (PDO) every 4-week cycle (in line with the EA for full-time employees working additional hours for the accrual benefit)

The Industrial Officer position is offered within a RN2 range, in accordance with the ANMF (South Australian Branch) Employees Agreement. Flexible work arrangements, including the option for either part-time or full-time hours are negotiable for the successful candidate.

For questions or enquiries about this role please email Human Resources at [email protected] using the subject line: Industrial Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Further information and a job description can be obtained from the attachment below or ANMF (SA Branch) website www.anmfsa.org.au

Next steps

If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!

ANMFSA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive of and reflects the communities in which we live and work. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and members of culturally and linguistically diverse communities are encouraged to apply.