" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Human Resources Advisor - Adelaide\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20702\"\u003e HR/Payroll \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20703\"\u003e Human Resources \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20704\"\u003e Adelaide \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20705\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 4/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e12-month fixed-term opportunity based in our Adelaide CBD office.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead HR across projects, partnering with senior leaders and operational teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreat office location, quality coffee and a supportive, experienced HR team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Based in our Adelaide office, this is an exciting opportunity to join McConnell Dowell as Senior Human Resources Advisor on a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the \u003cstrong\u003eRegional HR Manager and Project Managers\u003c/strong\u003e, this role provides the opportunity to take ownership of HR matters across projects, while being supported by the broader McConnell Dowell Human Resources team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAs \u003cstrong\u003eSenior Human Resources Advisor\u003c/strong\u003e, you will support projects throughout their lifecycle, providing hands-on HR leadership from mobilisation and workforce planning through to demobilisation and redeployment. The role offers broad exposure across the business, the opportunity to work closely with senior operational leaders and potential future career opportunities within the wider McConnell Dowell Group.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOur Adelaide office is a great place to work, with a well-appointed workspace, a caf\u0026eacute;-quality coffee machine! and a convenient CBD location just a short walk from Rundle Mall and easily accessible by public transport.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a busy and rewarding role where you will work closely with project leadership, employees, the broader HR team and key stakeholders to deliver practical people outcomes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour responsibilities will include:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide high-level HR advice and support to project leaders and employees, ensuring alignment with McConnell Dowell\u0026rsquo;s Global Operating Standards.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead workforce planning, including mobilisation, demobilisation, redeployment and project resourcing in partnership with Recruitment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAct as a key escalation point for complex HR matters, employee relations, grievances and workplace issues, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport performance management, employee engagement and broader people initiatives to strengthen workforce capability and effectiveness.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePartner with project leaders to identify and mitigate people risks, while leading and supporting business-wide HR initiatives, including HRIS implementation and inclusion programs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout you\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will be an experienced HR generalist who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced project environment and working closely with operational leaders.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e5 years\u0027 generalist HR experience\u003c/strong\u003e, with experience in construction, infrastructure, resources or another project-based environment highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSound employee relations capability.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong stakeholder management and influencing skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated ability to solve problems, exercise judgement and develop practical solutions aligned with business needs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA hands-on, collaborative approach and the confidence to work autonomously while remaining connected to the broader HR team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMcConnell Dowell \u0026ndash; Creative Construction \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our purpose is\u0026nbsp;Providing a Better Life.\u0026nbsp;We do that through delivering projects that connect, support and sustain communities, and through providing career opportunities that challenge, reward and grow our people.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e From remote major resources and energy projects to city-shaping transport and water infrastructure, we have constructed thousands of high-quality, complex projects for our customers and communities over more than 60 years, in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy join us?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The work you\u0026rsquo;ll do will have a tangible positive impact on people\u0026rsquo;s lives, including yours. The diversity of our projects, roles and locations means greater development opportunities. We invest in our people to set and reach personal and professional goals and we have some of the best mentoring minds in the business to help you do that.\u0026nbsp; Because when you grow, we all grow.\u003cbr\u003e McConnell Dowell actively seeks and celebrates diversity, inclusion, and individuality. In a culture low on ego and high on support, we encourage everyone to make an impact. We\u0027re big enough to take on community-shaping projects, but agile enough for you to have an influence on how we do things.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSo, join us, be you, and help us create better together\u003c/strong\u003e. Apply now!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eWe are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities \u0026amp; cultures including Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks. \u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eThis role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"934777\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "