About Us
Ertech is a proudly employee-owned Australian civil and electrical construction company, delivering high-quality services across the Transport, Infrastructure, Resources, and Defence sectors. We partner with clients in both the public and private sectors, including state and federal governments. Since our humble beginnings in 1981, we've built a strong reputation for the quality of our work and the long-term relationships we foster — all driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, and authenticity.
About The Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced
Human Resources Advisor
to join our Resources team supporting the long-term Civil and Electrical Construction scopes at Barrow Island.
As the
Human Resources Advisor,
you will be reporting to
Project Director,
and you will be responsible for delivering proactive and practical HR support across all areas of the project. This includes partnering with operational leaders to provide guidance on employee relations, workforce planning, performance management, and engagement initiatives, while ensuring HR policies and procedures are effectively implemented and aligned with business objectives.
About Barrow Island
Barrow Island is located around 60 kilometres from the mainland and approximately 139 kilometres west of the Port of Dampier. It's also home to Chevron's Gorgon Project and WA Oil operations. It is the largest oil field discovered in Western Australia. Ertech has been a major service provider to Chevron Australia's Gorgon Project for over 10 years.
Barrow Island provides excellent on-site accommodation including meal services, as well as gym facilities (mixed and separate gyms available for men & women with a variety of fitness classes to choose from), sporting facilities including a football field, golf simulator, bike hire, 2 swimming pools, basketball court, tennis court and a cricket pitch
Other Key Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To
* Be the first point of contact for all employee and industrial relations matters with regards to company policies, procedures, entitlements, and employment legislation
* Develop, implement and review HR processes, procedures and accompanying management tools to support the organisation.
* Management of workforce planning activities within the business.
* Provide coaching, mentoring and training to Managers and Supervisors to enhance workplace knowledge of HR practices and promote workplace culture.
* Identification and development of opportunities for enhanced HR reporting and workforce planning, including succession planning and employee retention strategies.
* Assisting with HR projects from salary benchmarking, remuneration and benefits strategy, and more.
* Assisting in the provision of HR related information for the tendering and bidding process for future works.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with our operational employees and management teams, providing support and guidance to help them achieve their goals.
* Managing workplace people issues including grievances, performance improvement, conduct and other investigations, disciplinary matters as required.
To be successful, you will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
* Tertiary qualification in Human Resources and Employee Relations (or equivalent).
* 3 + years' experience in a HR Generalist role.
* Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary HR practices, policies and procedures.
* Demonstrated knowledge of Industrial Relations Framework.
* Previous experience with developing and implementing policies, procedures and experience in HR process improvements and implementation.
* MUST hold valid Australian Working Rights
WHY JOIN ERTECH?
At Ertech, We're Committed To Investing In Our People And Creating a Workplace Where You Can Thrive. Here's What You Can Look Forward To
* Competitive remuneration, including site uplift
* Family-friendly 2:2 roster – promoting work-life balance
* Supportive, team-oriented culture where collaboration and respect are valued
* Play a key role in shaping the growth and success of our projects
* Career development and progression opportunities, annual performance development plans.
* Access to great benefits, including:
* Discounted Private Health Insurance (HBF & Medibank)
* Annual flu vaccinations
* Novated leasing options through Paywise
* Service recognition and milestone rewards
* Employee Referral Program incentives
OUR CULTURE
At Ertech, our people are fundamental to our success. We're focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. Ertech will provide you with the chance to be a part of great team, meet new people and gain experience with an industry leader who puts safety first.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all people and actively encourage applications from First Nations peoples, all genders, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and veterans of the Australian Defence Force.
Ertech is a proud Veteran Employment supporter. We recognise the valuable skills and leadership that veterans bring to our industry and welcome their applications at all levels of the business. Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply and bring your strengths to our team.
How To Apply
Click "Apply" on this job advertisement, which will direct you to Ertech's application portal. Simply follow the steps outlined on the portal to complete your application.
This is an incredible opportunity If you are looking for a position in an environment in which you can flourish whilst building your career, there is no better time to join the Ertech Team than now
* Please note: This role is being sourced through Ertech directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.