People And Culture Manager

About Terra Verde

Terra Verde is a joint venture between Webuild, GS Engineering & Construction (E&C) Australia, and Bouygues Construction Australia.

The joint venture combines experienced local personnel with global resources and expertise.

Terra Verde is delivering nearly 10 kilometres of parallel tunnels between Glen Waverley and Box Hill, including 39 cross passages and two station boxes at Glen Waverley and Burwood in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs as part of the Suburban Rail Loop Project.

This is the largest infrastructure project in Victoria’s history, shaping Melbourne for future generations.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced People & Culture Manager to lead the delivery of HR services across the Terra Verde Joint Venture.

Reporting to the People & Culture Director, you will lead a team of HR professionals and partner closely with leaders across the project to drive workforce planning, employee relations, performance, remuneration and organisational capability.

You will have experience in the engineering, construction or heavy industry sectors and know how to develop and implement strategies in a rapidly changing environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver key people and culture pillars on one of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects while leading initiatives that foster a high-performing, engaged and inclusive workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the People & Culture team to deliver exceptional HR services across the project.
• Partner with leaders to provide strategic advice across employee relations, performance management, workforce planning and organisational development.
• Drive the implementation of People & Culture strategies, policies and initiatives aligned to project objectives.
• Oversee performance development and review processes, supporting leaders to build high-performing teams.
• Lead complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations and performance management processes.
• Manage remuneration and benefits administration, providing advice on market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Maintain workforce planning and reporting to support project delivery and future resource requirements.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, industrial instruments and company policies.
• Champion diversity, inclusion and initiatives that support Terra Verde's Gender Equality Action Plan.
• Maintain accurate employee records and oversee HR governance, reporting and compliance.

Key Requirements

• Degree qualification in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Law, Employee Relations or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification (desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in a senior HR leadership role within construction, infrastructure or a similarly complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation, industrial relations and contemporary HR practices.
• Experience leading performance management, employee relations, workplace investigations and remuneration processes.
• Proven ability to influence and build trusted relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership capability with experience developing and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with operational delivery in a fast-paced project environment.

Why Join Us?

At Terra Verde, you'll play a key leadership role on one of Australia's most transformative infrastructure projects.

We offer the opportunity to influence people strategy at project level while working alongside industry-leading professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment. You'll be empowered to make a genuine impact, develop your career, and contribute to shaping the future workforce of one of Victoria's largest infrastructure projects.

If you're an experienced People & Culture leader looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law.