Senior Industrial Officer

Fire and Rescue NSW

Reference number

494868

Occupation

Industrial Relations

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney Region

Salary Information

Closing date

28 July 2026 at 11:55pm

• Ongoing Full Time
• Clerk Grade 9/10
• Package up to $161,698.72 pa. Package includes salary range ($129,464.00 pa to $142,665.00 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Greenacre - Flexible working arrangements

About the role:

Provide senior support and assist management in developing strategies to manage a broad range of industrial relations issues. Represent management as required in negotiations and in conflict/dispute resolution; and lead and participate in consultation and negotiations with trade unions and other industrial stakeholders on a broad range of industrial matters. Provide research and advisory services with particular emphasis on industrial relations policy and procedure. Develop and implement Industrial Relations strategies in terms of Award enhancements, challenges and negotiations; and provide strategic advice and initiatives to best position FRNSW on the wider industrial platform. Manage associated Award documentation and policy adjustments and disseminations; and drive the ongoing cyclical review and contemporising of all FRNSW’s Industrial Relations doctrine Appear before industrial tribunals to defend FRNSW in relation to individual claims and dispute matters, seek advice as appropriate in relation to industrial matters and liaise with senior executive to obtain settlement and other instructions. Advise the business on complex and contentious employee relations matters.

About you:

• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of the industrial relations framework, issues and trends relevant to the NSW public sector and experience in providing industrial relations advice and contributing to the development of strategic industrial solutions
• Demonstrated substantial skills and experience in the conduct of and in preparing for and advocating complex industrial negotiations and cases before industrial and other tribunals
• Demonstrated experience in managing consultation and negotiations with trade unions and other industrial stakeholders in a complex industrial environment

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent demonstrated experience in industrial relations

For more information on the role, please view the Role Description

Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Manager Industrial Relation, Amira Thomson on 0408 727 349

What we can offer:

• Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
• Modern buildings and facilities
• Activity based working environment
• COVID-safe workplace measures
• Free on-site gym and parking
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate
• Study assistance for approved courses
• Leadership development programs
• Ongoing training and development

Our commitment to diversity:

Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire and Rescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community we serve.

We welcome people with diverse experience, skills and backgrounds, and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals who identify as LGBTIQ, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages.

If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at [email protected]

How to apply:

• To be considered for this role, please provide a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability, ensuring you address the capabilities for the role and an up-to-date resume which details your relevant skills and experience.
• Once you have submitted your application, please expect to receive a link to our video interview platform and provide a short response to the two questions, this will be sent to you after the closing date.

Visit the PSC website for helpful information on writing your application: https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/writing-your-application

Applications close: Tuesday 28th July 2028

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type which become available over the next 18 months.