Manager, Employee & Industrial Relations | Based in Erskine ParkSydney

We are seeking an exceptional Employee Relations / Industrial Relations leader to shape and deliver ER/IR strategy across a complex, medium‑to‑large organisation with a diverse operational footprint. This is a critical senior role responsible for strengthening organisational capability, uplifting leader confidence, and embedding consistent, compliant, and contemporary practices across Australia and New Zealand.

Reporting to the People Partnering Manager, you will serve as the organisation’s trusted ER/IR expert—partnering with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, unions, and legal advisors on high‑risk and sensitive matters.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned practitioner who thrives in complexity, enjoys building frameworks from the ground up, and is energised by influencing at the highest levels.

Responsibilties

You are a highly experienced ER/IR professional with a proven track record in complex, multi‑site, blue‑collar environments. You bring a deep understanding of the Fair Work Act, Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and employment legislation—and, importantly, you can apply this knowledge in a practical, commercial, and risk‑aware way.

What You Will Lead:

• Provide high‑level advice on complex ER matters, misconduct, performance issues, disputes, and investigations.
• Drive our IR strategy, including Award and EA interpretation, union engagement, and industrial compliance.
• Build organisational capability by coaching leaders and HRBPs in best‑practice ER/IR approaches.
• Establish and embed ER/IR policies, processes, investigation frameworks, and governance controls.
• Partner strategically with senior executives, supporting decision‑making on high‑risk and sensitive matters.
• Represent the organisation confidently in union consultations, enterprise bargaining, and regulatory forums.

About You

• A Degree in HR, Employment Law, Industrial Relations, or related discipline.
• Over 15 years’ ER/IR experience gained within complex, enterprise‑level organisations.
• Demonstrated capability in blue‑collar, multi‑site operations and in managing union relationships within complex industrial frameworks.
• Exceptional stakeholder management combined with strong coaching, influencing, and guidance capabilities across senior leaders and HR Business Partners.
• The capability to lead IR strategy, interpret Awards and Enterprise Agreements, manage union relationships and disputes, and support enterprise bargaining and consultation requirements.
• High attention to detail, strong judgement, and the confidence to operate at senior and executive level.

Our offer

At Liebherr, we value your well-being. We offer a culture of recognition and reward, celebrating your contributions and ensuring you feel valued.

You'll have access to generous benefits like retail and medical insurance discounts, bonus leave days, parental leave, and comprehensive training programs, fostering your personal and professional growth.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion sit at the heart of the Liebherr Group's Core Values.

We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities in which we live, work and operate. Our culture thrives on mutual respect, teamwork and diversity of thought in the workplace

Culture

We are dedicated to seeing our employees work together in an environment that fosters the true meaning of collaboration; a culture that creates the highest quality, cutting-edge products, long-lasting relationships, and improved organisational and individual capabilities. We aim to give our employees an opportunity to grow and develop their careers.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants successful in progressing past interview stage will be required to undergo a Pre-employment process including National Police Clearance and Medical Screening process which includes drug and alcohol testing.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Craig Salmon.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.