About Us Buildsafe is an innovative leader within the building and construction industry, providing height safety systems and solutions across Australia. We’re fast-paced, ever-evolving, and constantly challenging ourselves to be the best we can be. We have operations in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. At Buildsafe, we pride ourselves on the strong relationships we build — with our clients, our partners, and most importantly, our people. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and motivated People & Culture Advisor to join our Victorian team, reporting directly to the General Manager – VIC . This is a hands-on, generalist role partnering closely with our Branch Managers and field teams to deliver practical people solutions across recruitment, performance, training, and engagement. You’ll be the go-to for all things people and culture across our Victorian operations, supporting our branches to deliver exceptional outcomes and a positive employee experience. About You You’re proactive, and solutions-focused, with a genuine passion for people. You’re comfortable rolling your sleeves up, spending time on-site, and building trusted relationships across all levels of the business. You’ll bring: Experience in a People & Culture/HR Advisor role or equivalent (construction, trades, or field-based industries advantageous) Experience overseeing a casualised workforce (advantageous) Experience in recruitment, onboarding and offboarding Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice Confidence to coach leaders through performance and employee relations matters Excellent organisational and time management skills Experience with HRIS systems and reporting (BambooHR or similar) Experience operating successfully autonomously/ in a small team environment Key Responsibilities Partner with Branch Managers to deliver people initiatives and provide advice on recruitment, performance, and retention Support the employee lifecycle including onboarding, offboarding, and engagement programs Drive culture and recognition initiatives that align with Buildsafe’s values Manage employee relations matters with professionalism and confidentiality Coordinate training and development programs in partnership with our National P&C Team Ensure compliance across policies, awards, and employment legislation Assist with HR reporting, data audits, and workforce planning metrics The Details Location: Keysborough VIC (travel to branches required ad hoc) Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm (occasional early starts for toolbox talks) Travel: Required across VIC branches Reports to: General Manager VIC Full-time position working for an established market leader Access to onsite gym and Fitness Passport membership Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
