Human resources advisor

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure, and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

Job Description

Benefits

• Career and development pathways, including mentoring
• Flexible working hours and paid leave entitlements
• Salary packaging and income protection insurance

Project Info

ACCIONA Construction New Zealand delivers major transport infrastructure across the country, including the completed Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway and the Eastern Busway in Auckland. The business continues to grow its portfolio through nationally significant projects, creating lasting connectivity and economic value for New Zealand communities.

About the Opportunity

Based in our Greenlane corporate office, this role provides generalist HR services and strategy across ACCIONA Construction New Zealand, supporting the organisation and its projects in delivery. Reporting to the Operations Services Manager, you will coordinate HR policies, plans and processes, support recruitment activity, and provide day-to-day people guidance to the senior team and wider management group.

Key Accountabilities

• Apply employee relations principles to manage performance and grievances
• Draft HR documentation under guidance of a senior team member
• Support enterprise agreement negotiations and basic investigations
• Analyse workforce data to identify people risks and gaps
• Coordinate recruitment activity, including advertising and interview support
• Maintain accurate personnel records and HR systems
• Support delivery of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience managing others as part of a team
• Sound understanding of Collective and Wage Agreements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of trust and confidentiality
• Current New Zealand driver's licence

Why join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Applicants must be a New Zealand Resident/Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in New Zealand.