Industrial Relations Lead

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Boeing is currently seeking to recruit an Industrial Relations Lead to be based in a hybrid capacity in Brisbane. The successful candidate will be an on-the-ground industrial relations focal for Boeing Australia as well as a critical member of our International Labor Relations (ILR) team. This critical role offers a great mix of strategy and "hands-on" work, for a passionate person who thrives in a fast-paced environment and who takes pride in their relationship-building and facilitation skills. Your ability to think strategically, coupled with strong stakeholder engagement capability will make you a strong candidate for this position. You will utilise your industrial relations experience and insight to ensure sound and proactive industrial relations practices are maintained and aligned with our strategic objectives. You will drive effective communication and engagement with employees while also supporting Enterprise Agreement negotiations. You will be responsible for the company-wide IR strategy, ensuring compliance with labour laws, fostering positive employee relations, and interfacing with all relevant unions to ensure the successful delivery of Boeing projects. Due to the nature of the role and business as a whole, there may be the requirement to support after hours meetings and calls, however flexibility is encouraged. Some domestic travel will be required. If you're ready to make a significant impact and lead in the field of Industrial Relations, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role Providing sound, pragmatic advice and guidance to the business on industrial relations matters; including the interpretation and application of industrial instruments Take carriage of and provide advice and guidance to the business on the management of disputes and workplace issues Lead the planning, preparation, management and execution of EA negotiations Support management in their dealings with representative Unions Work on various regional and international projects in support of the ILR team Lead and support business transformation / change projects Liaise with internal legal counsel for the drafting of employment / industrial documentation Drive, coordinate, and administer the organisation’s consultative forums Develop and facilitate training for first line Managers in conjunction with the broader human resources team Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) Minimum of 8 years experience in an industrial relations or similar role in a large, complex organisation Proven experience in supporting and advising on organisational transformation and change programs Strong working knowledge of the Fair Work Act and other relevant employment / industrial laws Proven experience in understanding and interpreting EAs and awards Substantial experience in dealing with unions and employee representatives Ability to think strategically in the context of the whole enterprise and strong stakeholder engagement Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) Tertiary qualifications in law, industrial relations, human resource management, or a related field About Us Boeing Australia and New Zealand are shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for both the defence space and the manufacturing of composite components for commercial aircraft. From the seabed to outer space, we have helped shape aerospace, manufacturing and defence innovations in Australia over the past 95 years. In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation. We’re also committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth. As an equal opportunity employer, female candidates, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. We are also open to candidates from other industries including mining, communications, ICT and oil and gas. If you don’t meet 100% of the criteria for this role although you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, don’t hesitate to apply. Benefits Cutting edge projects Flexible working options Competitive remuneration and incentive plan available Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodationSalary packaging options Health and wellbeing benefits Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 18, 2025 Export Control Requirements This is not an Export Control position. Relocation This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift Not a Shift Worker (Australia) Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to : conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews. #J-18808-Ljbffr