About Laing O'Rourke
Laing O'Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O'Rourke banner.
The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface.
Laing O'Rourke owns one of Australia's largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia.
We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients.
That's the #powerofexperience.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior People Advisor for our Rail Operations Business Unit.
This Melbourne based fixed term parental leave role, with occasional travel interstate, will be responsible for successfully supporting implementation and delivery of all people matters (including capability building, talent management, staff engagement, performance management, industrial relations to name a few).
Reporting to the People Lead, you will work closely with our Rail Operations leaders and employees nationally to: Provide timely and accurate HR/IR advice and guidance Support the facilitation of the annual salary review process including, staff market alignments, promotions and providing advice to managers on bandings and relativities.
Facilitate and support with performance development, performance management and disciplinary processes.
Assist in the identification of training gaps and support the delivery of coaching/training.
Support and provide advice on change initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organisational vision, values and business strategy.
Support the People Lead in development and implementation of proactive employee engagement and retention strategies.
Support with enterprise agreement negotiations.
Actively contribute to the achievement of the people business plan and more.
About you
You will have: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders and influence decision making to achieve necessary outcomes.
Experience in providing HR and IR advice and support by utilising your working knowledge about best practice and relevant legislation.
Experience as a generalist HR professional with practical application of Human Resources in Project Construction, Heavy Industry Manufacturing work environment.
Experience supporting white and blue collar employees and advising at all levels of management.
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust to deal with sensitive and difficult situations in a diplomatic and respectful manner.
A Bachelor's degree in human resources, industrial relations, or equivalent experience.
Benefits
We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people.
We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development.
We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work.
Laing O'Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
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