People & Culture Advisor

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the ~140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0. 

The Opportunity

Please note this role will be based in Sydney for the duration of the project supporting the HumeLink West delivery team, occasional travel to the Wagga Wagga area will be required. 

Key Accountabilities

We are seeking an experienced People & Culture Advisor to join the HumeLink West team. The position is responsible for:

·         Develop and implement People & Culture initiatives to support project delivery priorities and company objectives.

·         Provide guidance and advice on legislative changes and interpretations of P&C policies and procedures to the management and leadership team.

·         Build and maintain business relationships with key stakeholders.

·         Facilitate training and coaching for employees 

·         In collaboration with the Recruitment Manager, coordinate the end-to-end recruitment and selection process utilising various sourcing channels.

·         Work closely with P&C admin to manage employee changes including promotions, remuneration and position title changes.

·         Coach and influence hiring managers and leaders on the project. 

·         Model and demonstrate constructive working relationships and information exchange within the team and stakeholders.

About You

·         Experience in coaching and influencing leaders.

·         Minimum 4 years People & Culture experience.

·         Demonstrated ability to interpret employment contract and knowledge of relevant employment legislation.

·         Experience within the engineering / construction industry (desirable)

·         Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Microsoft office programs (including excel, word and PowerPoint).

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

·         A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.

·         Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career. 

·         Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.

·         Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.