Employee Relations Coordinator

Join Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) as an Employee Relations Coordinator and play a pivotal role in supporting positive workplace culture across a portfolio of schools. As part of the Employee Relations, Health and Safety team within the broader CESL People & Culture function, you’ll partner with a set portfolio of schools to provide expert advice on employee and industrial relations, ensuring compliance with legislation, enterprise agreements, and organisational policies. Acting as a trusted advisor, you’ll help resolve workplace issues, lead investigations, and support performance management and grievance resolution. You’ll contribute to strategic initiatives, including organisational change and policy development, while delivering training and coaching to build leadership capability. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion. You’ll also monitor trends, provide insights for proactive strategies, and maintain accurate records to support continuous improvement. The Position Classification: CEO Administration Level 4, Catholic Education Multi‑Enterprise Agreement 2022 FTE: 1.0 FTE (potential for .80 FTE, by negotiation) Employment Status: Ongoing Potential start date: 19 January 2026 About You The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Strong interpersonal and communication skills Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive matters Sound judgment and ethical standards Commitment to Catholic values and ethos Ability to build positive workplace relationships Organisational and administrative efficiency Proactive approach to problem‑solving Willingness to learn and build knowledge in employment law and compliance Collaborative team player Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively What We Offer You Competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment. An opportunity to work from Bendigo, Wangaratta, or Tatura. Generous leave provisions for more quality time with family. Salary packaging options available. Dedicated support and a collaborative, supportive team. Career progression and growth opportunities. About CESL Office The CESL Office Team comprises of close to 150 employees working across 7 key functional areas, supporting over 56 schools and early childhood centres within the Sandhurst Diocese. We are a supportive and friendly team who are committed to working collaboratively with our schools to achieve the best outcomes possible for our students. With office locations in Bendigo, Wangaratta and Tatura, joining this team provides exciting avenues for career progression. In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence‑based practices in teaching and learning to support each student’s unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’. Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants Adhering and complying with CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child‑safe culture. All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst – Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application. Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Applications Close: 14th December 2025 Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description. If you are interested in learning more about CESL or registering for future opportunities please visit our website. For application assistance, please review our application guide. #J-18808-Ljbffr