Date: 25 Jun 2026
Location: Perth, Australia
Company: Webuild S.p.A.
We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor/HR Manager to join our WA team working on our newly awarded power project in Kwinana. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager this role partners closely with operational and functional leaders to deliver the full spectrum of HR support. You will provide expert advice across employee relations, workforce planning, talent development, performance, ensuring alignment between business priorities and people outcomes.
In this busy and fast paced environment, you will work closely with your internal and external stakeholders including the project team, business, and client to achieve deadlines and deliver the best outcomes.
Clough is delivering the design and construction of the Kwinana Gas Power Generation 2 project (K2), a new 220 MW gas fired power station to be built in Kwinana, south of Perth. K2 will deliver fast start, flexible generation to provide critical backup capacity that supports the increasing application of renewable energy across Western Australia.
Who we are
Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples’ lives today and tomorrow.
We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently.
Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects.
We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future.
Who you are
Innovative. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you.
Your focus will include:
- Lead the delivery of the Project HR Management Plan, ensuring workforce strategies align with project objectives and milestones.
- Provide hands-on leadership across recruitment, mobilisation, onboarding, employee relations, workforce planning, remuneration, training and compliance.
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of five professionals, driving a high-performing and service-focused culture.
- Manage industrial relations activities across the project, including Enterprise Agreement interpretation, consultation processes, dispute resolution and engagement with employees, unions and employee representatives.
- Partner with Project Leadership to provide practical advice on HR, IR, employment legislation and workforce risks.
- Collaborate with Corporate HR functions to ensure consistent application of organisational policies, systems and standards.
- Deliver workforce reporting and insights to support informed decision-making and project performance.
What you will bring to the team:
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations or a related discipline.
- 8–10+ years' HR experience, including significant experience within construction, resources or project-based environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading HR teams in complex, fast-paced project settings.
- Proven project start-up and workforce mobilisation experience.
- Strong industrial relations capability, including Enterprise Agreement interpretation, consultation processes and dispute resolution.
- Sound knowledge of employment legislation and HR systems (preferred experience with SuccessFactors), with the ability to deliver practical, commercially focused outcomes.
Clough’s people enjoy:
- A competitive remuneration package
- Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more)
- Numerous mental health and well-being programs
- Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and more
- Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies)
We’re building a diverse workforce
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.
We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. Guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Apply now to join us!
Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we will contact you.
The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law.
Please note: We reserve the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position.
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