Real success is the success you share

We are recruiting a Human Resources Administrator to support our national HR team and play a key role in delivering a smooth, compliant and people-focused employee experience across the business.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong administration experience who enjoys working across systems, processes and people, and will thrive within a complex, fast-paced organisation.

About the role

Reporting to the National HR Manager, you will provide end-to-end HR administrative support across employee lifecycle activities, systems maintenance and reporting. You’ll work closely with the wider HR team to ensure accurate data, timely support and consistent processes nationally.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR administrative support across onboarding, employee movements, probation, and offboarding
• Maintain accurate employee records across multiple HR systems, including PageUp, ReadyHR (UKG Workforce Ready),  Pertrain (Learning Management System) and SharePoint
• Assist with HR and capability reporting, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Identify system improvements, automation opportunities and process efficiencies
• Provide administrative support across learning & development activities, including training bookings and reporting
• Support broader HR initiatives such as performance cycles, remuneration activities, wellbeing programs and internal communications.

About you

You’re organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing sensitive information. You enjoy working across systems, juggling priorities and supporting others to deliver great outcomes.

You will bring:

• Previous administration experience within a similar environment
• Strong experience using HR systems (e.g. PageUp, UKG, SharePoint or similar)
• High attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Confidence handling confidential and sensitive information
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)

Why join Seymour Whyte?

At Seymour Whyte, how we do our work matters just as much as what we deliver. You’ll be part of a collaborative, professional HR team that values accuracy, continuous improvement and genuine support for our people.

We offer exposure to national HR operations, systems and meaningful projects that contribute to employee experience and business success.

Seymour Whyte benefits:

• Workplace banking benefits and everyday financial discounts.
• Birthday leave, recognising the importance of personal milestones.
• The option to purchase additional leave to support travel, study or life commitments.
• Travel benefits, along with retail, lifestyle and wellness discounts.
• Fitness & wellbeing discounts through WHEREFIT (gym, meal plans, fitness brands)
• Shopping and lifestyle discounts via Flare and CommBank Workplace Banking
• Structured career pathways with opportunities for global mobility.
• Leadership development programs and one‑on‑one mentoring to support professional growth.
• Employee recognition and awards that acknowledge contribution and achievement.
• An employee share program, providing the opportunity to invest in the long‑term success of the business. 

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans.

Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 494868

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.