Anthony Simpson
Brisbane,Australia
Summary
Dedicated Industrial Relations professional skilled in aligning IR strategies with organizational goals, resolving complex workplace issues, and ensuring compliance with labour laws. Known for fostering stakeholder relationships, promoting fairness, and enhancing employee engagement and operational efficiency. Offers strategic counsel to support a sustainable and harmonious workplace.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Industrial Relations Advisor
Transport and Main Roads
Brisbane, Qld
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated advanced legal expertise and strategic advocacy by successfully representing the Department at the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission, achieving favourable outcomes in complex industrial matters
- Served as the primary liaison for multiple divisions, ensuring seamless communication and expertly resolving employee relations issues with professionalism and care
- Led the resolution of employee grievances and complaints, ensuring strict compliance with company policies and industrial laws
- Played a pivotal role in union-management negotiations, securing collective bargaining agreements that enhanced working conditions and significantly boosted employee satisfaction
- Provided strategic counsel to senior management on industrial relations, risk mitigation, and fostering a positive workplace culture, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and minimizing potential disputes
Senior Human Resource Advisor
Transport and Main Roads
Brisbane, Qld
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Partnered with senior leadership to align business objectives with strategic HR initiatives, fostering long-term organizational success
- Served as a pivotal liaison between leadership teams and Corporate HR, streamlining processes to enhance HR and business integration
- Delivered expert guidance on organizational and employee development, including diagnosing organizational needs, implementing interventions, and leading change management efforts
- Provided coaching and mentorship to management and employees, enhancing organizational effectiveness and driving successful change management strategies
- Key Accomplishments: Enhanced team performance by 30% through focused coaching and development programs, leading to a 25% boost in employee engagement and skill growth
- Collaborated with HR specialists and business leaders to build a robust leadership pipeline, nurture a performance-oriented culture, and advance diversity and inclusion
- Acted as a trusted advisor in key business decisions, offering confidential and unbiased guidance through coaching, counselling, and mediation
A/Regional Business Manager
Transport and Main Roads
Brisbane, Qld
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Developed and implemented employee relations strategies that increased employee engagement by 18% and boosted regional performance by 10%, contributing to improved productivity and staff morale
- Served as a trusted advisor, delivering impactful HR interventions and balancing leadership responsibilities with business objectives
- Demonstrated strong stakeholder management, influencing regional leadership to adopt best practices and deliver optimal outcomes
A/Principal Program Support Officer
Transport and Main Roads
Brisbane, Qld
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Provided stability and leadership to a Human Resource team experiencing high turnover, successfully leading a team of 11 through a challenging period
- Led workforce planning for 500 positions, optimizing budget allocations and saving $200,000 annually through accurate reporting and resource management for a $1.6 billion regional budget
- Fostered continuous improvement within the HR team by mentoring team members and developing their skills in workforce planning and business acumen
Business Manager
Transport and Main Roads
Brisbane, Qld
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Developed governance frameworks that reduced recruitment errors by 50% and improved position tracking accuracy by 40%, contributing to streamlined HR operations
- Provided critical establishment information to the Executive Director, supporting accurate budget submissions to the Main Roads Resource Allocation Committee
Education
Resolution Institute- Nationally Accredited Mediator -
Resolution Institute
01.2011
Bachelor of Education -
01.1993
Skills
- Industrial Relations Expertise
- Labor Law Compliance
- Negotiation & Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership & Team Management
- Ethical Integrity
- Research abilities
- Staff training and development
- Conflict Mediation
- Interview Skills Instruction
- Decision-Making
- Recruitment Participation
Professionalassociations
- Resolution Institute, 2011 - 2017
- Australian Human Resource Institute, 2008 - 2017
- Industrial Relations Society of Queensland, 2017 - 2021
Formaltraining
- Bachelor of Education, 1991-1993
- Resolution Institute- Nationally Accredited Mediator, 2011
References
Ms Elle Ackland, 0487078621, Elle_Ackland@lgaq.asn.au
Timeline
Senior Industrial Relations Advisor
Transport and Main Roads
01.2017 - 01.2021
Senior Human Resource Advisor
Transport and Main Roads
01.2013 - 01.2017
A/Regional Business Manager
Transport and Main Roads
01.2011 - 01.2012
A/Principal Program Support Officer
Transport and Main Roads
01.2011 - 01.2012
Business Manager
Transport and Main Roads
01.2008 - 01.2011
Resolution Institute- Nationally Accredited Mediator -
Resolution Institute
Bachelor of Education -
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