People & Capability Advisor

Join the Saunders International Team

• Position: People & Capability Advisor
• Location: Charlestown NSW
• Type: Permanent Full-Time

Who We Are

At Saunders weve been building Australias future for almost 75 years from tank and bridge engineering to terminal expansions infrastructure upgrades and automation solutions. Were an ASX-listed proudly Australian company delivering integrated infrastructure excellence across the energy defence and resource sectors.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Thanks to our continued growth were looking for an experienced and people-focused P&C Officer to join our Newcastle office.

What Youll Be Doing

As part of the P & C team youll be a direct contact for all things People & Capability helping us attract support and empower great this role youll:

• support end-to-end recruitment from advertising and screening candidates to onboarding new hires.
• Keep operations running smoothly by maintaining records updating databases and ensuring organisation chart accuracy.
• Support and advise leaders on P&C processes including recruitment performance and conduct health and wellbeing initiatives and workplace relations.
• Be a trusted point of contact for employees providing guidance on policies leave and employment terms.
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality integrity and professionalism when working with employee information.
• Stay up to date with HR best practices and contribute to continuous improvement across the business.

About You

Were looking for someone whos not just qualified but passionate about people. Youll bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (or be working towards one) or demonstrated success in previous human resources role/s.
• At least 3 years of experience providing HR advice and support including recruitment. Experience with coordinating medicals and health and injury matters will be favourably considered.
• A proactive mindset and enthusiasm for improving the employee experience.
• An understanding of Australian labour laws.
• Strong computer and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A commitment to ethics integrity and discretion.

Whats in it for you

At Saunders we dont just build projects we build careers. Youll be part of a supportive innovative and safety-first culture that truly lives its values: OneTeam Zero Harm Excellence Innovation Integrity and Respect. We offer:

• Competitive salary and exposure to major industry projects
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive inclusive workplace culture
• Additional paid leave in the form of parental leave and wellbeing days
• Cost of Living Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning & development funding
• Opportunities to grow learn and make an impact

Ready to Build Your Future With Us

If this sounds like your next great move click Apply and upload your resume today.

To join the Saunders team youll need:

Full working rights in Australia

Contactable references

A clear criminal record check

To complete a pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol screening)

We appreciate the time and effort that goes into each application. Unfortunately because of the volume of applications we receive we arent able to respond to every applicant.

Diversity Inclusion & Belonging

Saunders embraces the values of an innovative and diverse workforce and recognises that inclusion sets us all up for success. We encourage applications from people of all ages individuals with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples women ADF veterans members of the LGBTIQA community and other culturally diversebackgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure a positive barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive workplace. All suitably qualified or experienced applicants will be considered.

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