HR Advisor

An HR Advisor role working for a construction company based in Macquarie Park, salary up to $100k base

Your new company

You will be working for a globally recognised construction and infrastructure group, known for delivering complex engineering projects across Australia and beyond. Their head office is based in Macquarie Park, with operational sites located nationwide.


Your new role

As an HR Advisor, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things people-related across operational teams. You’ll work closely with site managers, engineers, and senior leaders to drive HR initiatives, manage employee relations, and support workforce planning across multiple states.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Partner with operational leaders to manage employee relations, performance, and compliance
  • Lead and advise on restructures, redundancies, and change management
  • Ensure compliance with EBAs and Australian employment legislation
  • Support training, development, and workforce planning
  • Oversee the HRIS integration
  • Manage visa processes and international mobility
  • Travel interstate twice a month to build strong site relationships
  • Act as a trusted advisor across all levels of the business

What you'll need to succeed

Your experience in a similar role within Australia, particularly in a blue-collar or construction-related industry, will be key to your success. You will also bring:

  • Resilience and confidence to work with diverse teams in a construction setting
  • Strong knowledge of Australian employment law, EBAs, and IR/ER practices
  • Experience with restructures, redundancies, and change processes
  • Very solid experience using HRIS
  • A proactive, energetic personality with excellent communication skills
  • A desire to grow, learn, and take ownership of your role
  • Reliability and the ability to juggle competing priorities
  • Willingness to travel interstate regularly (2x/month)
  • Full-time and unrestricted Australian working rights (essential)


What you'll get in return

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with:

  • The opportunity to be part of a global construction leader

  • Genuine career growth and development opportunities

  • A collaborative, inclusive, and safety-first culture

  • Benefits including life insurance from day one


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact Natalia on natalia.gutierrez@hays.com.au for a confidential discussion on your career.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Construction
Location
NSW - Northern Sydney
Specialism
HR
Pay
Up to $100k base plus super
Ref:
2938945

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Natalia Pijuan, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: 028226 9853

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