Human Resources Manager

About the role

Based in our Melbourne Head Office, we are seeking an influential HR Manager to drive strategic and operational HR outcomes across corporate functions and Victorian project operations. You will partner with senior executive and project leadership to provide expert HR advice, manage workforce planning, lead employee relations, and execute people strategies across the full employee lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Provide commercial HR counsel and strategic advisory across corporate business units and project operations.
• Lead resourcing strategy, project mobilisation, and organisational structuring, providing HR inputs into major tenders.
• Manage complex ER/IR matters, workplace compliance, modern awards, and policy frameworks.
• Act as senior HR point of contact for Victorian project delivery teams and regional site operations.
• Drive performance review cycles, talent development, succession planning, and remuneration benchmarking.
• Implement learning and development programmes alongside diversity & inclusion initiatives.

Required profile

• Tertiary degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior HRBP or HR Manager roles in major construction, engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment law, modern awards and workplace compliance.
• Experience in bid resourcing, workforce planning and project mobilisation/demobilisation.
• Exceptional communication and coaching skills with confidence to influence senior leadership.

Required skills

• Knowledge of Australian employment legislation and modern awards.
• Expertise in employee relations, industrial relations and workplace compliance.

What we offer

• Key corporate and project HR leadership position shaping Victorian operations and clean‑energy growth.
• Central Melbourne Head Office location with flexible working support.
• High‑performing environment backed by an international Tier‑1 contractor with clear career growth pathways.
• Support for a diverse workforce, including candidates from overseas and current visa holders.