For over 65 years, JK Williams has been more than a civil contractor — we’ve been builders of communities, forgers of lasting relationships, and dedicated to establishing a legacy of excellence across Australia’s east coast.

As a proud family-owned business, we know that our greatest asset isn’t the machinery we operate or the infrastructure we deliver — it’s our people. The dedication, expertise, and commitment of our team is what has made us a recognised leader in civil construction and infrastructure, known for innovation, quality, and integrity.

Our rich history hasn’t just shaped who we are — it’s positioned us for an exciting future. And we want the right people alongside us for the journey.

About the role

This is a senior, HR Manager role leading the people function at JK Williams Group — a well-established construction and civil services business with approximately 300 employees across NSW and QLD.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll have full ownership of the HR function and lead a three-person team comprising an HR Business Partner and a Talent Acquisition Specialist. The role is both strategic and operational — you’ll be shaping people strategy and advising at the executive level one day, and hands‑on in the detail of a complex ER matter or FWC conciliation the next.

This is a role for an experienced HR qualified who is equally comfortable shaping strategy and getting into the detail — someone who earns credibility quickly in a hands‑on, site‑based environment and takes genuine ownership of everything from workforce planning to workers’ compensation.

What you’ll be doing





- Partnering with the CEO and senior leadership team to shape and deliver the people strategy across a multi‑state construction business
- Leading, coaching, and developing the HR team (HR Business Partner and Talent Acquisition Specialist)
- Managing complex ER matters end‑to‑end — performance management, misconduct, investigations, terminations, and redundancies
- Representing the business at FWC conciliations and hearings, and coordinating legal support as required
- Providing practical ER and IR advice across both Award‑covered and EA environments
- Overseeing workers’ compensation and RTW coordination across NSW and QLD, working closely with the HSEQ team
- Driving culture, engagement, and organisational development initiatives aligned to company values
- Overseeing end‑to‑end recruitment with the Talent Acquisition Specialist, including salary benchmarking and workforce planning
- Managing HR policy, compliance, and reporting — including monthly HR metrics to the CEO
- Overseeing the HRIS (ELMO) and ensuring data integrity, system currency, and best practice record‑keeping
- Undertaking site visits across NSW and QLD as required

What we’re looking for

- 10+ years’ HR experience,



with demonstrated tenure in a senior HR Manager or equivalent role
- Strong, hands‑on ER and IR capability — you’ve managed complex matters independently and know how to navigate FWC processes
- Experience managing workers’ compensation and RTW across multiple states
- Confident working in both Award‑covered and Enterprise Agreement environments
- Proven ability to lead and develop an HR team
- The credibility and communication style to work effectively with operational managers, site supervisors, and executive leadership
- Experience in construction, civil, mining, trades, or a similarly hands‑based, site‑based industry is highly preferred
- Strong written communication — able to produce clear, accurate ER documentation, board‑level reports, and policy
- Experience negotiating EA or EBA advantageous
- Experience with an HRIS (ELMO or similar) advantageous

Qualifications and licences

- Degree in Human Resources, Business, Commerce or related field — postgraduate qualification advantageous
- General Construction Induction Card (Whitecard), or willingness to obtain
- Return to Work Coordination training desirable

What’s on offer

- Competitive salary package — commensurate with experience
- Permanent full‑time role based in Penrith, NSW
- 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home
- Direct reporting line to the CEO with genuine influence over the people agenda
- A varied, high‑impact role with full ownership of the HR function
- A close-knit leadership team in a business that genuinely values its people

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📌 National Human Resources Manager (City of Penrith)
🏢 JK Williams Contracting
📍 City of Penrith