Join one of Australia’s Largest Leading Early Education Providers!  

At G8 Education, we’re on a mission to shape the future! With 400+ early education and care centres under 21 brands, our 10,000+ dedicated team members nurture over 42,000 children every day.  

Our purpose is to nurture the greatness in every child o grow, thrive and learn. This vision comes alive through our Values, exceptional educators and teachers, guided by strong leadership teams.

As an ASX listed growth company, we’re committed to empowering, rewarding, and supporting every team member – from our centre educators to our leadership and support team.  

The Opportunity 

We have an exciting opportunity for an HR professional to join our National Employee Relations Team!

In this role, you’ll provide specialised support and guidance to our team, ensuring exceptional HR service delivery across our national portfolio. As part of the National People and Culture Team, you will report directly to our Head of People Operations. 

As an Employee Relations Advisor you will provide timely and accurate employment-related guidance and support to managers and employees for industrial and employee relations matters.

This role is primarily responsible for supporting and coordinating employee relations activities through data analysis, aiding audit and compliance efforts. It ensures the application of People and Culture policies and processes across the business to minimise risk.

We have one Full-Time permanent opportunity and one fixed-term opportunity available for 6 months.

Your day-to-day

No two days are the same here at G8 as we value ourselves on collaboration, teamwork, and innovation. Some of the duties you will see yourself undertaking are.

• Provide advice and effectively interpret applicable Awards, IR legislation and People and Culture policies to provide support to various internal business stakeholders.
• Research and review relevant legislation in order to update and maintain internal documentation (attend workshops and seminars as required).
• Ensure People and Culture procedures remain up to date and provide recommendations to the Leadership Team.
• Provide support for project deliverables within the ER strategy to mitigate risk to the business and optimise business performance.
• Coordinate and assist with employee relations matters, including grievances and disputes, by conducting thorough, objective, and effective first-line investigations and identifying appropriate escalations.
• Administer, collect, and analyse data, and conduct internal audits to ensure continuous compliance with employment legislation and Awards. Escalate findings and trends to the Head of People Services and other People and Culture leaders.
• Provide guidance and recommend suitable applications to People and Culture team members and leaders on employee relations issues including compliance requirements (e.g. working with children checks, working rights, etc), diversity and inclusion, performance management, grievance and disciplinary policy and procedure.
• Provide guidance and leadership to the HR Coordinators within the Employee Relations support function as a senior member of the team.
• Build strong relationships with all key stakeholders of the business, thereby instilling trust and confidence in the People and Culture function.
• Contribute to the development of people management skills and leadership capability across the business, including ongoing advice, support and coaching and training.

About You

You are someone who thrives in a fast paced and engaging work environment. You value great partnerships, you’re collaborative, you always strive for excellence, and you own the outcomes. Some of the required skills and experiences to be successful in this role:

Key areas of highly desirable skills are:

• Formal qualifications in HR, Employment Law or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of HR experience
• Demonstrated professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast paced, multi-site organisation.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, capacity to work without supervision and confidence in decision-making.
• Hold a valid working with children check or willingness to obtain upon commencement.

Benefits at G8

• Competitive salary package
• Eligibility to participate in our Short-Term Incentive program which is an annualised bonus each year
• Hybrid working conditions with 3 days in office and 2 from home.
• You have the option to choose out of our two state-of-the-art support offices. Located Brisbane CBD and Central Gold Coast.
• Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX-listed company 
• Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre. 
• Exclusive access to our G8 Rewards Program with benefits across more than 600 retailers, exclusive cash discounts and more!

Find out more here: G8 Education

Our Recruitment Process

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment. 

Our recruitment process involves several checks including, the possibility of psychometric testing which will be discussed during the initial stage of the recruitment process.  

We also may require a police check along with verification of qualifications and right-to-work status. 

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only.  G8 Education reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible.