Senior People Advisor

Date: 12 Feb 2026

Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

Company: John Holland

The Project

The consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected to build South Australia's biggest-ever road infrastructure project. In partnership with the South Australian Government, this consortium forms the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance.

 

The Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, will deliver the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, forming a continuous 78 km, non-stop, traffic light-free motorway, and contributing to a long-lasting legacy for the community and people of Adelaide.

 

The T2D Project involves constructing two separate tunnels – the Southern Tunnels and the Northern Tunnels connected by an open motorway, with a combined total distance of 10.5km, open to traffic in 2031.  The T2D project comprises the tunnels, surface works including road and bridge construction in addition to services buildings and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The T2D Alliance is committed to providing opportunities for local people, Aboriginal workers, apprentices, trainees and job seekers who are long-term unemployed and offers people an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior People Advisor on a 6 to 9 month contract to support the Human Resources function for the T2D Project. This role is critical in ensuring all people management activities including recruitment, onboarding, training & development, performance management, remuneration, cultural diversity, employee relations, and international mobility are conducted effectively, in line with legislative requirements and project policies.

 

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and project teams to deliver HR initiatives that enhance workforce capability, support project objectives, and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the full recruitment lifecycle: selection, appointment, onboarding, and induction.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures in line with legislation and best practice.
  • Identify and support training and development needs, including program development and facilitation.
  • Provide recommendations to enhance performance management processes and remuneration frameworks.
  • Lead cultural diversity initiatives to promote an inclusive workplace.
  • Manage international mobility, including relocations, visa requirements, and associated HR support.
  • Monitor HR compliance, identifying opportunities for improvement or change initiatives.
  • Supervise and mentor the HR Advisor and Coordinator, building team capability.
  • Provide data, reports, and insights to support continuous improvement in HR practices.
  • Lead HR project initiatives, facilitating meetings and preparing presentations for stakeholders.

About You

  • Post-secondary training or TAFE certificate in HR, IR/ER, Education, Psychology, or Business (degree preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of employment legislation, regulatory frameworks, and HR best practices.
  • Proven experience in HR project work, delivering initiatives and leading outcomes.
  • Experience managing a small HR team.
  • Knowledge and experience in international mobility and expatriate HR processes.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic project environment while maintaining compliance and high-quality outcomes.

We Offer

Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success.

 

We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth.


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