At Altrad, your growth fuels our success.
We are a trusted provider of specialist construction, maintenance, and integrated industrial solutions across Australia, partnering with major clients in energy, resources, utilities, and defence.
We go beyond building and maintaining assets, we create Impact that Matters. Every day, our people contribute to safer workplaces, stronger communities, and a more sustainable future.
As part of the global Altrad Group, with over 65,000 people across 50+ countries, you'll join a network that's connected by purpose, driven by innovation, and united by our shared values of Solidarity, Respect, Humility, Conviviality, and Courage.
About the opportunity
Working from the Subiaco office, Altrad is seeking a commercially minded HR Advisor to support our operational and project-based workforce.
This role partners closely with Project Managers and site leadership, providing practical, timely HR and Employee Relations support across the employee lifecycle. You will play a key role in managing workforce matters, supporting leaders, and ensuring compliance with legislative and industrial requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Site / Project HR Focal Point
* Act as the primary HR contact for allocated sites and projects
* Partner with Project Managers and Site Leaders to manage workforce risk, engagement, and compliance
* Provide practical, commercially sound HR advice aligned to business objectives
Employee & Industrial Relations
* Manage investigations, disciplinary processes, performance management, and grievances
* Prepare responses for unfair dismissal and general protections matters
* Support Enterprise Agreement negotiations under IR Manager guidance
* Interpret and apply Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements
* Build and cost wage rate schedules for EAs and tenders
Training & Capability
* Deliver HR / ER training to frontline leaders
* Coach leaders to confidently manage people matters
Contracts & Compliance
* Draft employment contracts, variations, and site-specific addendums
* Maintain compliant templates and documentation
* Ensure practices align with legislative and industrial requirements
People & Pay Support
* Respond to employee and manager queries relating to pay and conditions
* Liaise with Payroll to resolve pay matters
* Support audits and compliance reviews
Operational Excellence
* Take ownership of allocated portfolios
* Drive matters through to resolution
* Identify opportunities for process improvement
* Provide timely reporting and risk escalation
About you
* 3+ years' experience in an Employee Relations or HR Advisory role, ideally in a unionised or complex workplace
* Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and workplace compliance requirements
* Experience managing employee relations casework, investigations, disciplinaries, and conflict resolution
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building trusted relationships with employees and leadership
* Ability to provide strategic advice and practical solutions to complex ER matters
* A proactive, fair, and professional approach to resolving workplace issues
* Commitment to fostering a positive, compliant, and inclusive workplace culture
Inclusion & Diversity
Our people reflect the diverse communities in which we live and work. At Altrad, inclusion goes beyond representation, it's about creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported to contribute their best.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people of all genders, abilities, ages, cultures, and identities, as well as those with intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.
Legal & EEO statement
Please note: Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.
Benefits
* Grow@Altrad: Structured career and leadership pathways designed to help you learn, lead, and succeed.
* Exclusive Benefits App: Access discounts on gyms, travel, wellbeing, and lifestyle partners to make life outside of work more rewarding.
* Financial Flexibility: Enjoy novated leasing options and corporate health insurance discounts that give you more choice and control.
* Balance That Works: Inclusive and flexible work arrangements that recognise the importance of family, community, and life beyond work.
* Real Support When It Matters: Paid Domestic and Family Violence Leave, ensuring our people have the time, safety, and care they need during life's most difficult moments.
* Recognition That Inspires: Reward and recognition programs celebrating the people who make a difference every day.
* Wellbeing Gateway App: 24/7 access to meditation tools, self-guided learning, mental health and financial coaching, and confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Make your impact
Your role at Altrad contributes to something bigger. Join us to make a difference - supporting safer workplaces, advancing innovation, and shaping sustainable operations for our clients and communities.
Together We Are Team Altrad.
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