Human Resources Graduate (Dec 2024)

Your role

As part of the two-year Graduate Development Program, you will be assigned to the People Team and provided with practical on-the-job experience combined with technical training, professional development and support from their friendly team.

The People team provides support to the business across the full array of Human Resources activities. For your first year, you will support the Learning & Development and Resourcing Teams. For your second year, based on the needs of the business during your Graduate program, you will have the opportunity to complete rotations to work in some of the sub-teams.

About you

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Good communication skills
• Positive attitude and team player
• Ability to work independently, with the support of a collaborative team
• Strong attention to detail
• Passion for developing individuals and teams
• Drive to learn and grow in your career in the Human Resources field

Eligibility

To be eligible you must meet the following criteria:

• At the time of application, hold Australian/ New Zealand citizenship or Permanent Residency.
• Have recently graduated from a relevant Human Resources degree e.g., Bachelor of Human Resources Management or similar.

Benefits

Laing O’Rourke works hard to create an environment that brings out the best in their people. They believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. They offer industry-leading benefits such as:

• Specialised learning and development programs
• A mental health and wellbeing program
• An industry-leading paid parental leave policy
• An additional purchased leave option
• Coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Training, development & rotations

Laing O’Rourke offers world-class training and development programs designed to enhance skills at all levels, supporting employees in building an exciting and challenging career with continuous growth. They believe in making a big investment in their Graduates which includes:

• Access to meaningful work
• Supervision and feedback
• Mentoring and coaching
• A dedicated buddy; and
• Regular training sessions

Graduate rotations allow work across a variety of exciting projects, placements and positions. You will have the opportunity to complete rotations in some of the following sub-teams:

• People Operations;
• Learning and Development;
• Social Procurement;
• Diversity & Wellbeing;
• People Services;
• Corporate Communications;
• Resourcing; or
• Health and Safety.

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How to apply

You will be required to complete an online application form and upload your Cover Letter, CV and academic transcript (an online transcript is acceptable).

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.laingorourke.com.au/early-talent
• careers.laingorourke.com.au/benefits-rewards