Job Description
Road and Civil Surveys is a specialist surveying consultancy delivering services across road, rail, energy, and civil infrastructure projects nationally.
We have offices in Brisbane and Sydney with project staff working across QLD, VIC and NSW.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for a People & Culture Lead based out of our Gregory Hills office to own the P&C; function and support our operations.
This is a new role.
You won't inherit a department — you'll help shape it.
It suits someone who's comfortable working autonomously, values a direct relationship with senior leadership, and understands the realities of a field-based workforce, both metro and FIFO/DIDO roles.
The Role
Leading recruitment end-to-end — sourcing, screening, interviewing, and securing the right people for the business
Owning onboarding and offboarding — making sure current starters are set up properly and exits are handled well
Managing employment contracts, entitlements, and award compliance across QLD, VIC & NSW
Staying across relevant employment legislation, Fair Work obligations, and WHS requirements — particularly for a field-based workforce operating on live infrastructure and construction sites
Building and maintaining fit-for-purpose HR policies, procedures, and documentation
Supporting leaders with performance management, team development, and difficult conversations
Payroll coordination and leave management through Employment Hero
Tracking licensing, certifications,



and professional development requirements
Employee engagement and retention — keeping good people in a competitive market
Trusted advisory to the leadership team on all people-related matters and risk
What You'll Need
5+ years' HR experience across the full employee lifecycle at various levels.
Strong recruitment capability — you know how to find good people, not just post ads.
Solid working knowledge of employment legislation, Fair Work, modern awards, and WHS requirements — particularly across QLD and NSW.
Background in construction, infrastructure, engineering, or a similar field-based industry.
Experience with Employment Hero or similar HRIS / payroll platforms.
Confidence operating as a standalone P&C; function — admin through to strategy.
Pragmatic approach, strong communication, and the ability to work with people at every level.
Understanding that a survey crew in the field has different needs to an office team.
Experience setting up P&C; systems and frameworks in a growing SME
Cert IV or degree in HR, Business, or related discipline
What We Offer
Gregory Hills office
Autonomy to build the function and make it your own
Direct access to the leadership team - no layers
Phone and laptop provided
A business that invests in capability, not just headcount
Eligibility: Full Australian working rights required
Learn more about Road and Civil Surveys at
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📌 People & Culture Lead (New South Wales)
🏢 Road & Civil Surveys
📍 New South Wales