Area Manager - Industrial Relations & Operations

Lead Workplace Relations. Support Operational Excellence.

Swan Transit is seeking an experienced and influential leader to join our senior management team as Area Manager – Industrial Relations & Operations.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this unique leadership role combines operational oversight of metropolitan bus depots with responsibility for industrial relations strategy, enterprise bargaining, employee relations and workplace compliance.

This is a pivotal position that will help shape Swan Transit’s future workforce strategy while supporting the safe, efficient and reliable delivery of public transport services across Western Australia.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide leadership across both operational and workplace relations functions, supporting depot management teams while ensuring the organisation remains compliant, productive and positioned for future growth.

• Play a key role in upcoming Enterprise Agreement negotiations.
• Influence workplace relations strategy across a large and diverse workforce.
• Work directly with the Executive Leadership Team.
• Lead meaningful organisational and operational initiatives
• Attractive remuneration package including vehicle and other benefits.

The role will have responsibility for:

Industrial Relations & Enterprise Bargaining

• Leading Enterprise Agreement bargaining and negotiation activities.
• Developing industrial relations strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Providing expert advice on Enterprise Agreements, Awards, employment legislation and workplace policies.
• Maintaining constructive relationships with unions, employee representatives and key stakeholders.
• Managing industrial disputes, conciliations and Fair Work Commission matters.
• Supporting leaders in performance management, disciplinary processes and employee relations matters.
• Conducting and overseeing workplace investigations.

Employee Relations & Organisational Support

• Building leadership capability across the business in employee relations and people management.
• Supporting organisational change, workforce transitions and restructuring activities.
• Providing practical advice and guidance on complex employment matters.
• Partnering with operational leaders to achieve positive workplace outcomes.

Depot Operations & Leadership

• Providing operational oversight of assigned depot operations.
• Leading and developing depot management teams.
• Ensuring safe, efficient and compliant delivery of public transport services.
• Monitoring operational performance and implementing improvement initiatives.

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