Job Description

Downer’s Rail & Transit Systems is the leading rail business in Australia, with expertise in delivering whole-of-life asset management support to our customers. With over 155 years of rail experience, we deliver innovative transport solutions that keep communities moving.
We’re proud to be delivering the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP), and we’re looking for the best people to help make it happen.

This role is responsible for leading and managing the delivery of end-to-end Human Resources services across our new state-of-the-art Torbanlea facility, and our established Maryborough Service Delivery Centre, with a strong focus on supporting site operational teams through effective HR leadership. The position will manage and develop a People & Culture Business Partner and work closely with the broader People & Culture function to drive consistent, high-quality people practices.

You will play a key role in partnering with operational leaders, contributing to workforce planning, employee relations, and the implementation of HR strategies aligned to business objectives.

About you

• 7+ years experience with Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in a HR leadership or management role, ideally within a blue-collar or operational environment
• Strong experience supporting operational management with the interpretation and application of Enterprise Agreements and industrial instruments
• Proven capability in employee relations case management, investigations, and performance management
• Sound knowledge of contemporary human resource management practices and relevant legislation, including the Fair Work Act, workers’ compensation and anti-discrimination legislation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work autonomously, influence outcomes, and collaborate effectively within a team

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Opportunity to lead and be part of an amazing HR community
• Career development and future growth opportunities within a large ASX-listed organisation
• Onsite parking

If this sounds like your next exciting role with an ASX-listed organisation, then we would love to hear from you!

APPLY NOW or for further information please email: sarah.clark@downergroup.com
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At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.