People & Culture Advisor

• Partner with leaders to provide timely, practical advice across the employee lifecycle.
• Build strong relationships with managers to understand business needs and develop people solutions that support organisational goals.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, organisational change, workforce planning and employee development.
• Support leaders with talent management, succession planning and employee engagement initiatives.

This role helps shape a positive workplace culture and supports employee engagement, contributing to the well-being and development of people within an infrastructure consultancy that builds sustainable communities.

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant experience in a generalist People & Culture or Human Resources role, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Sound knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work from Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse stakeholders and business initiatives across Australia and New Zealand.
• 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave.

SMEC, part of the SJ Group, is a global urban and infrastructure consultancy with over 75 years of experience, delivering projects that positively impact people, the environment, and communities.