At a Glance
- Tasks: Support project teams with HR strategies and manage employee relations across multiple sites.
- Company: Join Austral Construction, a leader in civil and marine infrastructure.
- Benefits: Long-term growth opportunities, diverse team culture, and engaging work environment.
- Other info: FIFO role with flexibility, promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on iconic Australian projects while developing your HR expertise.
- Qualifications: 5+ years HR experience, preferably in construction or resources, with strong knowledge of employment law.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
At Austral Construction, we’re Driven by people. Defined by delivery. Our people are at the heart of our success. Guided by our values of Safety, People, Integrity and Excellence, we work together to solve complex challenges and deliver high-quality civil and marine infrastructure across Australia.
We are currently seeking a Senior HR Business Partner role to support our projects in a roving fly-in-fly-out position, working one week from the Perth office and one week from one of our multiple sites across Australia. Roster is expected to be 5:2, 6:1 however flight times from site may require flexibility.
Responsibilities will include:
- Partner with the project leadership teams and senior leaders to develop and embed people strategies that support Austral's values and project goals.
- Actively coach and work with Operations leaders on ER/IR Matters, performance management, counselling and discipline, grievances and terminations.
- Advise on employment law, enterprise agreements, policy and people governance.
- Manage complex employee and industrial relations issues, from investigations and misconduct through to workplace conflict and performance concerns, ensuring timely, fair and legally compliant outcomes.
- Collaborate closely with client HR teams to deliver consistent and effective people solutions.
- Partnering with Capability & Development to embed leadership, engagement and career development frameworks within Operations.
Position requirements:
- 5+ years' HR experience in a senior generalist role.
- Previous proven experience in Construction, Mining or Resources.
- Strong working knowledge of HR best practices, with a sound understanding of current legislation, including; the Fair Work Act 2009, National Employment Standards (NES), the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act 2011 and anti-discrimination legislation and the GBCO Award or other applicable Awards.
- Solid understanding of employee relations and industrial relations as well as enterprise agreement/award interpretation and experience with unions and Right of Entry.
- Hold a valid 'C class' Drivers Licence.
- Excellent judgement, discretion and the ability to build trust at every level.
- Ideally, previous FIFO experience, particularly in remote locations.
What’s on offer:
- Long term growth opportunities available.
- Variety of daily tasks.
- Be part of an engaged team and fun working environment.
Successful candidates will be required to pass a full medical and complete inductions. Austral Construction is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+ and other diversity groups.
Senior HRBP – Remote in Perth employer: Austral Construction Pty Ltd
At Austral Construction, we pride ourselves on being an employer that truly values its people, offering a dynamic work culture where safety, integrity, and excellence are at the forefront. As a Senior HR Business Partner in a roving FIFO role, you'll have the opportunity to engage with diverse teams across multiple sites, fostering employee growth and development while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects. With long-term career advancement opportunities and the backing of Keller Group plc, our employees enjoy a supportive environment that champions diversity and inclusion.
Contact Details:
Austral Construction Pty Ltd Recruitment Team
