Provide expert advice and hands-on support in the management of complex workplace investigations with The Royal Melbourne Hospital, one of Australia's leading public healthcare providers.

Why Join RMH?

• Fulltime Ongoing position | 80 hours per fortnight
• Join a purpose-driven leading public health service where compassion, kindness and excellence are at the centre of everything we do.
• Salary Packaging + ADO + 5 weeks annual leave

About the role

We are seeking an Investigations Specialist to join our People & Culture team. Reporting to the Senior Lead, Employee Relations, this role is responsible for providing expert advice and hands-on support in the management of complex workplace investigations.

You will bring strong investigative skills, experience managing sensitive matters, and the ability to apply robust investigation methodologies to support fair, thorough, and timely outcomes. While experience in workplace relations is highly regarded, we welcome applicants from a range of investigative backgrounds who can demonstrate strong analytical skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage complex and confidential matters.

You will partner closely with key stakeholders across People & Culture and broader leadership groups to provide specialist investigation support, identify risks, and ensure matters are managed with integrity, fairness, and in accordance with best-practice investigation processes. Knowledge of Australian employment legislation, Victorian Public Health Enterprise Agreements, and workplace relations frameworks will be highly regarded.

Key Accountabilities

• Managing complex workplace investigations ensuring procedural fairness, compliance and timely outcomes
• Providing employee relations advice to leaders, employees and People & Culture teams
• Maintaining and improving investigation resources, templates and training materials
• Supporting leaders with Enterprise Agreement and policy interpretation during workplace matters
• Monitoring legislative and industrial relations developments to support best practice approaches

About You

• Demonstrated experience conducting complex investigations, managing sensitive matters, and applying robust investigation methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess information, identify risks, and provide clear, practical advice and recommendations.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and understanding of confidentiality and procedural fairness obligations.
• Experience supporting leaders with complex employee matters and investigation processes.

Desirable:

• Experience within the health sector, public sector, or similarly complex environments.
• Knowledge of Victorian Public Health Enterprise Agreements, Awards, and Australian employment legislation.
• Experience coaching leaders and contributing to process improvement initiatives.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Position Description

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Interested?

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Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.

The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.  Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.