HR/IR Manager

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we’re unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

We are seeking a commercially astute HR/IR Manager to join the METRONET High Capacity Signalling Alliance (HCSA) , a major infrastructure project to upgrade Perth's rail network with a modern Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system which will allow trains to run closer together safely, boosting network capacity and increasing frequency. As the HR/IR Manager, you will play a central leadership role in shaping workforce strategy, culture, and industrial outcomes across this complex, multi-partner alliance. You will provide strategic and operational HR/IR guidance across a large, dynamic project environment, aligning people initiatives with delivery objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the HR and Industrial Relations strategy for the Alliance, aligned with project delivery goals.

Act as a trusted advisor to the Alliance Management Team and senior leaders.

Drive a high-performance culture across a multi-disciplinary workforce.

Provide expert guidance on workforce planning, talent management, and organisational design.

Oversee employee relations matters, ensuring consistent and compliant outcomes.

Partner with Alliance stakeholders to ensure alignment across multiple organisations.

Champion safety, inclusion, and engagement initiatives across the project.

Proven experience as an HR Manager within infrastructure or construction projects

Strong expertise in Industrial Relations, ideally within unionised environments

Demonstrated experience working on large-scale projects with diverse workforce models

Exposure to JV or Alliance project environments (highly regarded)

A strategic mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Tertiary qualifications in HR, IR, Law, or a related discipline

Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.

Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.

Fostering your development: We’ve developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.

Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.

Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone’s needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it’s hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we’ll work together to make it work.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.