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Advisor HR & IR

Corporate Office, Henderson

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

 

Join the Civmec Team

With a strong pipeline of projects and recent project awards, Civmec are expanding our internal HR/IR team to support continued growth and success across our operations.

We have multiple opportunities for experienced HR/IR Advisors and Senior HR/IR Advisors to join our dynamic team, supporting the day-day-day delivery of projects across the Perth Metro area and from our Henderson corporate office.

These roles are highly operational and project‑focused, suited to HR/IR practitioners who thrive in contractor environments and enjoy being embedded with project teams from mobilisation through to completion.

Reporting to the HR/IR Manager, you will partner closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Payroll and Recruitment to establish and manage the industrial and employment framework for each project, while also providing hands‑on ER/IR support throughout delivery.

The Role

Project & Industrial Relations Focus

  • Establish and maintain project‑specific IR frameworks, including:
    • Terms and conditions of employment
    • Letters of offer, contracts of employment and rate sheets
    • Alignment to applicable Awards, Agreements and client requirements
  • Provide day‑to‑day advice to project teams on conditions of employment, entitlements, classifications and pay structures
  • Coordinate closely with Payroll and Recruitment at project inception to ensure correct setup and compliance prior to mobilisation
  • Manage and administer internal Change of Conditions (COC) processes across projects
  • Support obligations under ERMP commitments, including Indigenous workforce requirements and subcontractor ER/IR risk management
  • Interface with unions as required, including right of entry compliance and liaison with site leadership and clients

 

Industrial Relations & ER Advisory

  • Provide practical ER/IR advice to managers and employees across live projects
  • Case‑manage employee relations matters, including:
    • Performance management and probation review
    • Investigations, disciplinary processes and demobilisation planning
    • Preparation of written warnings and outcomes
  • Support or represent the business in Fair Work Commission matters where required (desirable but not essential)
  • Assist with enterprise agreement interpretation and, where applicable, bargaining or variations (experience highly regarded)

Operational HR Support

  • Maintain accurate employee data in SuccessFactors
  • Support workforce movements between projects, including contract variations and changes to conditions
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of HR/IR systems, templates, policies and processes
  • Build strong, trusted relationships with project teams through regular site engagement
  • Provide practical HR/IR training and coaching to managers and project teams as required, aligned to project and operational needs.

 

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

  • Proven experience in an HR/IR role within a contractor, construction, mining, engineering or project‑based environment
  • Strong working knowledge of:
    • Australian employment legislation
    • Awards, Agreements and project-specific terms and conditions
  • Confidence providing practical, commercially‑minded advice to operational leaders
  • The ability to manage ER matters end‑to‑end in a fast‑paced, high‑change environment
  • Senior HR/IR Advisor applicants will lead complex ER/IR matters across major project portfolios, acting as the primary HR/IR contact for assigned projects. The role includes coaching and developing junior HR team members, leading investigations and representations, and overseeing subcontractor ER/IR risk management.
  • Exposure to enterprise bargaining and Fair Work Commission matters or industrial disputes is advantageous but not mandatory.

 

 

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. We offer 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 1 week for permanent secondary caregivers. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts. 

 

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.
Alternatively, please email recruitment@civmec.com.au for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.
Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
We respectfully request no agency submissions.
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