Human Resources Officer

Cape Dunstans stands at the forefront of Australia's Utility and Mining Services sector, with a legacy of over three decades in the industry. As an integral part of the CFC group, Cape Dunstans operates as a dynamic service business with a primary focus on project delivery. Our highly skilled teams specialise in the installation of cabling for power and communication infrastructure, alongside expertise in pipeline solutions for water, gas, sewer, and stormwater applications. We are a "Safe Pair of Hands," and strive to be the go-to choose for clients seeking unwavering reliability.
In addition to our proficiency in infrastructure installation, we are industry leaders in mobile crushing and screening. At the core of our operations is a steadfast commitment to our guiding principle: "to do what we say we will do, even when it is hard." This principle underscores our dedication to integrity, accountability, and exceeding client expectations.
At Cape Dunstans, we don't just meet expectations; we surpass them, setting a benchmark for excellence in Utility and Mining Services.

At Cape Dunstans, we are looking to attract and retain talented people who:

• strive for excellence in everything they do
• enjoy working as part of a team
• concerned about the environment and country; and
• like to contribute to the local community and wider charitable interests.

Due to expansion we are currently recruiting for a Human Resources Officer with at least 3 years plus Human Resources Officer experience within construction, mining and critical infrastructure space.

Your role will include the following:

• Provide support and advice to line management and staff on change management initiatives.
• Focus on documenting HR policy and procedures, ensuring HR compliance, streamlining HR processes and
• enhancing the Company's HR capability and effectiveness.
• Supporting the maintenance of employee records including document preparation and visa applications.
• Liaising with Payroll and other departments as required.
• Raising Purchase orders as required.
• Liaising with Line managers on probation expiries and coordinating relevant formal communications.
• Coordinating bi-annual performance and development reviews and providing detail around employee training
• and upskilling to Learning and Development Coordinator.
• Coordinating changes in staff conditions such as transfers, promotions, additional allowance etc.
• Providing support to the People and Culture Manager in conducting investigations and supporting the EBA negotiation process and grievance and dispute process
• Creating and updating any required reports including monthly HR board reports
• Annual WGEA reporting coordination and responsibilities
• Assisting with the management of Employee Milestones and recognition awards
• Engaging with line managers to conduct employee inductions and on-boarding processes.
• Advise employees and management on termination and severance benefits

• Employee Benefits - Corporate Private Health Discounts
• Employee Perks - including Fuel, grocery, retail, gyms ongoing discounts
• Fantastic career development
• Permanent contract - with all leave entitlements (leave loading is permissible for blue collar on ground roles)
• Job security, ongoing work opportunities
• Internal training and development

At Cape Dunstans, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with utmost respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity.

Our values:

Cape Dunstans is a values driven company. That means that at work we all live and act our RIPPA values - Respect, Integrity, Persistence, Passion and Accountability.
These values are the backbone of the organisation, and they guide our behaviour and underpin our corporate culture.
If you embody these values in all that you do and you look to an organisation with the values to partner with then we want to connect with you and talk about this role and your wider future and how we can effectively contribute to that as much as you can.