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  • Date posted

    September 25, 2026

  • Closing date

    October 25, 2026

  • Location

    Adelaide

  • Salary

    $130,000 - $160,000 /year

  • Career level

    Senior Level

  • Qualification

    Degree in Human Resources, Business, Commerce or extensive senior technical resourcing experience

  • Experience

    6+ Years

Description

Official Employer Notice: All the key details, authentic position specifications, and direct application procedures are hosted on the official Laing O’Rourke careers portal. You can navigate directly to the verified listing on the employer website by clicking the Apply Now button.
AUKUS Defence Infrastructure Programme: This position supports Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) in delivering the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard (NPSCY) project at Osborne, South Australia, delivered by Laing O’Rourke in joint venture with Amentum Australia. Australian citizenship and security clearance eligibility apply.

Position Quick Summary

  • Employer: Laing O’Rourke
  • Requisition ID: 495536
  • Primary Location: Osborne Naval Shipyard / Adelaide, SA, Australia
  • Workplace Model: Project Leadership: Osborne Naval Shipyard / Adelaide CBD, SA (AUKUS NPSCY)
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Closing Date: Rolling Advertised Vacancy (Ongoing Advertising Cycle)
  • Remuneration Benchmark: AU$130,000 – AU$160,000 + Superannuation (Senior Talent Advisory Benchmark)
  • Career Level: Senior Level

Role Overview & Project Scope

Laing O’Rourke is currently seeking applications for the position of Senior Resourcing Advisor. As a $6 billion privately owned global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, Laing O’Rourke delivers some of Australia’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects across defence, transport, rail, health, water, and utilities.

About Laing O’RourkeLaing O’Rourke is a $6 billion global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects. In Australia, we’ve proudly operated under the Laing O’Rourke banner for over 20 years, building on more than 70 years of local expertise. In a major step for Australia’s largest-ever defence infrastructure program, Laing O’Rourke, with joint venture partner Amentum Australia,will play a central role in supporting ANI to develop and deliver the NPSCY project at Osborne, South Australia. We will provide program and construction management services of nuclear related civil infrastructure, site‑wide nuclear licensee development expertise, and nuclear safety leadership.

Core Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

In this role at Laing O’Rourke, your key responsibilities and deliverables will include:

  • Source and attract high-calibre talentto support the AUKUS program, with a focus on Australian citizens eligible to obtain the required Defence security clearance.
  • Build strong partnerships with key project stakeholdersto understand current and future workforce requirements and provide proactive recruitment support.
  • Develop and manage internal and external talent pipelines, ensuring quality candidates are available for immediate vacancies while building a strong pipeline to meet future project demands.
  • Provide market insights and recruitment adviceto hiring managers, supporting informed workforce planning and hiring decisions.

Selection Criteria & Candidate Profile

Laing O’Rourke evaluates applicants against demonstrated technical capabilities and experience aligned with this role:

  • 5+ years’ experiencein talent acquisition or resourcing, managing high-volume recruitment across white-collar roles, ideally within the construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors.
  • Defence recruitment experienceor exposure to security-cleared hiring is highly regarded.
  • Demonstrated experience using a range ofrecruitment systems, sourcing tools, and talent platformsto deliver successful hiring outcomes.
  • Aproactive, self-motivated approach, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Strong understanding of thelocal talent market, supported by an established professional network and the ability to identify and engage high-quality candidates.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the business.

Key Competencies & Technical Proficiencies

Senior Talent Acquisition Strategic Resourcing Strategy Major Defence Infrastructure Talent AUKUS Capability Partner Executive & Technical Headhunting Workforce Pipeline Planning Recruitment Partner Management NV1 / Security Governance

Benefits, Rewards & Flexibility

At Laing O’Rourke, you are supported to build a meaningful, rewarding career. Some of the benefits offered include:

  • In-house training and continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Six months’ paid parental leave at full pay for all eligible employees.
  • Purchased leave options and paid volunteering leave.
  • Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers.
  • Recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Application Instructions

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