At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage recruitment for blue-collar and technical roles in construction.
- Company: Build On, a leading construction project management consultancy in Australia.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and work with Tier-1 contractors.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make an impact on major infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in recruitment or HR.
Build On is a construction project management consultancy supporting major infrastructure projects across Australia. We work closely with Tier-1 contractors and subcontractors, placing experienced engineers, supervisors and technical specialists on their live projects. After five years of working alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, we’re growing our internal team and need someone who can keep our people pipeline moving.
About the role
We’re looking for a Recruitment & People Operations Coordinator to join our team full-time and permanently. You’ll manage the end-to-end hiring cycle for blue-collar and technical roles, including project engineers, site engineers, supervisors, surveyors and HSE specialists. You’ll also look after onboarding, compliance and the employee experience for our consultants. You’ll work closely with our Operations team and client hiring managers to place the right people on the right projects, quickly.
Key responsibilities
- Partner with client hiring managers and internal stakeholders to understand workforce needs and write clear job descriptions and attractive job ads
- Advertise vacancies on Seek, Indeed, LinkedIn and social media, and source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter and talent networks
- Screen applications, conduct phone and behavioural interviews, and present well-matched shortlists to clients
- Coordinate interviews, reference checks, offers, salary negotiation and contract preparation
- Run smooth onboarding and induction for new consultants, including site compliance documents, White Cards, licences and tickets
- Maintain accurate employee and candidate records in our HR systems and ATS
- Support payroll inputs, timesheets, renewals and offboarding processes
- Develop and apply HR policies and procedures, and keep them current with Australian employment and WHS requirements
- Track recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, pipeline health and headcount, and report weekly to the leadership team
- Build and maintain employer brand through LinkedIn and other channels, and look after our talent pool and candidate relationships
About you
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources or a related field (HR specialisation or Master’s is an advantage)
- At least 3 years’ experience in recruitment, HR or people operations, ideally in construction, infrastructure, engineering or labour hire
- Proven end-to-end recruitment experience, including sourcing, assessing, interviewing and onboarding
- Working knowledge of Australian employment law, Fair Work requirements and WHS/HSE compliance
- Experience with Seek, Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter and an ATS or HR system
- Confident handling employee records, payroll inputs and compliance documentation
- Excellent written and verbal communication, with a professional, empathetic approach to candidates and clients
- Strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple vacancies and deadlines at once
- Familiarity with visa and sponsorship processes is highly regarded
- Full Australian work rights
What we offer
- Annual salary of $80,000 – $100,000 + superannuation, depending on experience
- Work with Tier-1 contractors on some of NSW’s largest infrastructure projects
- A growing business with close ties to the industry and room to develop your career
- A supportive, collaborative team
How to apply
Send your resume and a cover letter to ********@buildonservices.com.au, or apply through this listing.
Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.
Construction Recruitment & People Ops Coordinator in Newcastle employer: Build on Resources
Build On is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where Mechanical Engineers can thrive on some of NSW's largest infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide opportunities to work closely with Tier-1 contractors while fostering a collaborative culture that prioritises safety and quality. Join us to be part of a growing business that values your expertise and supports your career advancement in the construction project management consultancy sector.
