Employee Relations Administration Assistant

Employee Relations Administration Assistant

Full- Time

Total Package $79,961.31 per annum incl. superannuation

($71,394.03 Base salary plus $8,567.28 Superannuation per annum pro-rata)

Located: WALGA HQ West Leederville / on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.

Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of Employee Relations (ER)? We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Employee Relations Administration Assistant to join our ER team. We provide Human Resources and Industrial Relations advisory, consultancy, and advocacy services to our Local Government members in Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

As the Employee Relations Administration Assistant, you’ll be the backbone of the team, managing the administrative processes that keep our advisory service, and team running smoothly. Your role is crucial in ensuring we deliver exceptional ER services to the sector.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Learn from the Best: In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from subject matter experts who are at the peak of providing ER and IR advice to our members.
• Career Growth: If you’re aiming for a career in ER, HR, or Industrial Relations, this role offers invaluable experience and skills to propel you in this field.
• Diverse Exposure:  You’ll be exposed to a wide range of issues and opportunities that will broaden your understanding of Local Governments and WALGA.
• Fresh Environment: If you are an accomplished administrator seeking a new challenge, this position will provide you with a fresh and exciting change.

Let’s talk more about you! You will be an:

• Administrative Pro: You have proven experience in an administrative role and excel at keeping things, and people organised.
• Tech-Savvy: Your IT skills are top-notch, and you can navigate various software with ease.
• Detail-Oriented: You have a keen eye for detail and strong organisational skills that ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

What You’ll Bring:

• Customer Service Professional: You’ll be working with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, so excellent customer service skills are essential.
• Team Player: We value a proactive approach and someone who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative team environment but can also work independently when needed.
• Eager Learner: A willingness to learn and grow is crucial, as we believe in curiosity and continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about supporting a team and contributing to the success of Local Governments, we would love to hear from you!

Why you’ll love working here

At WALGA, we believe success happens at The Sweet Spot, the place where big picture purpose meets local community impact, with perks that come without the trade‑offs. The Sweet Spot is our employee promise. It reflects what you can expect when you work with us: meaningful work, genuine flexibility, and an environment built on curiosity, collaboration and shared purpose.

Employees have the opportunity to work on unique and meaningful projects that deliver real benefits to Local Government and the communities they serve. We foster a culture of positive risk-taking, guided by one of our strategic pillars Explore, and underpinned by our value of Curiosity.

You’ll enjoy six weeks of annual leave plus an extra day off on the anniversary of when you started, because your journey with us is worth celebrating. Our Thrive wellbeing program runs all year and is designed to support every aspect of wellbeing. Mental, physical, and social through education, resources, and practical initiatives.

We’re committed to helping you grow, both personally and professionally, and we’re driving a tech roadmap that’s shaping a data-led future. There are plenty of ways to get involved too, with cross-organisational working groups such as Reconciliation, Artificial Intelligence, and Sustainability.

And that’s just the start. You’ll also find an active social club run by employees, end-of-trip facilities, and a centrally located modern office designed for collaboration. We’re also proud to be recently accredited as a Menopause Friendly Australia employer, because creating an inclusive workplace matters to us!

To find out more about us, please visit www.walga.asn.au

Apply now

If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

• Please include a two-page maximum cover letter outlining what sets you apart and why this role represents a meaningful step for both you and WALGA.
• If you have questions that can’t be found in this ad or the position description, please contact Employee Relations Services Manager – Julie Love on (08) 9213 2592
• Applications close 5:00pm Wednesday, 23 September 2026. We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early.
• To view the position description please visit our careers pagehttps://walga.asn.au/who-we-are/work-at-walga
• Applications via email will not be accepted.

As this role is being sourced directly by WALGA, we respectfully request no agencies approach.

WALGA encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you have any specific needs or require accommodations to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know. This could include, but is not limited to, accessibility requirements, assistive technologies, or any other considerations