Careers

About the role:

Ready to take the next step in your HR career? In this role, you’ll support the HR Manager remotely (based in Sydney) while working across multiple civil and water projects in Canberra — including ICON Water’s Lower Molonglo Water Quality Control Centre (LMWQCC)— all conveniently located within 30 minutes of each other. You'll be at the heart of onboarding new team members, coordinating training, and keeping project programs on track.

Perfect for someone with admin or coordination experience, this role is more than just a job — it’s a chance to grow your HR career. With plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and take on more responsibility, you’ll be building a strong foundation for your future in HR.

About Seymour Whyte:

For over 30 years, Seymour Whyte has been a leading civil contracting business in Australia. We combine the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2 contractor with the expertise of a Tier 1 company. Now, with the enhanced resources of VINCI, one of the world's largest and most prestigious construction companies, we offer our employees and clients the best of three worlds.

Employee Benefits:

Join a workplace that truly values and supports its employees. We offer flexible health and wellbeing programs to ensure you stay at your best, along with competitive pay that reflects your worth. Our unique bonus scheme rewards your hard work, and through our partnership with VINCI, you can grow your investment with our generous employee share program. We believe in a healthy work-life balance, offering a purchased leave program and paid parental leave. Additionally, enjoy peace of mind with salary continuance insurance, be part of an inclusive culture, and celebrate your birthday with a paid day off.

About the role:

• Support regional HR processes, including HRIS administration, and ensure compliance with project-specific and JV partner systems.
• Provide advice on employee relations matters, including IR legislation and Enterprise Agreements.
• Coordinate onboarding for new employees and support HR practices aligned with project workforce planning objectives.
• Support the delivery of various project requirements covering workplace relations, first nations participation, diversity and inclusion, and training.
• Manage HR reporting, handle administrative tasks and contribute to projects that enhance HR services and employee experiences.

About you:

• Previous HR experience, ideally in construction, with formal qualifications or a willingness to obtain them.
• Strong relationship management skills and clear, professional communication with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with HR systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Current driver’s licence.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction to having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Seymour Whyte and contribute to a successful and sustainable future.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 494198

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.