Assistant Industrial Relations Advisor

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary ASO-3 $67,589 - $72,033 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and dedicated Assistant Industrial Relations (IR) Advisor to join our Workforce team. In this role, you will apply sound judgement and initiative to support the delivery of a wide range of industrial relations services that align with current and future organisational needs. Working closely with business leaders and line managers, you will help identify and achieve shared goals, contributing to a positive and accountable workplace culture.

As Assistant IR Advisor, you will play a key role in implementing workforce strategies and interventions across designated programs to drive continuous improvement and performance. You will collaborate with the Director of IR, Executives, and Senior Managers, supporting the achievement of strategic priorities for SA Government, SA Health, and Central Adelaide LHN. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide valuable employee relations advice, identify business risks, and be part of a forward-thinking team committed to organisational success.

About You

You are a proactive and adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. With strong communication and organisational skills, you build positive relationships and provide high-quality support across a range of workplace matters.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to offer sound advice

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

• Proven ability to build trust and work effectively with people at all levels

• Understanding of administrative systems and public sector operations, ideally within SA Health

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday 10 August 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

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