About Us
Eptec Defence is a trusted provider of asset preservation, maintenance and sustainment solutions to Australia's Defence and maritime industries. As part of the Eptec Group, we specialise in delivering corrosion control, protective coatings, remediation, structural maintenance and asset integrity services across naval, defence, marine and infrastructure sectors.
With extensive experience supporting Defence projects nationwide, Eptec Defence partners with key stakeholders to ensure critical assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, quality and operational readiness.
Recent projects delivered by the Eptec Group include the Hobart Class Air Warfare Destroyers (AWD), Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV), Collins Class Submarine Full Cycle Dockings (FCD)
About the Role:
This role is suited to someone with a solid HR foundation who is confident managing day to day people matters, providing practical advice, and building strong relationships across the business. You will be supported by the HR Business Partner on more complex matters while further developing your HR capability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support employee relations matters, including performance management, misconduct, grievances and workplace investigations, with coaching and guidance from the HR Business Partner.
- Provide HR advice and support to line managers and employees across the employee lifecycle.
- Coordinate and deliver a positive onboarding experience for new employees.
- Assist with remuneration reviews, reward processes, and Enterprise Agreement interpretation.
- Maintain accurate employment records and ensure compliance with HR policies.
- Support recruitment activities across the business when required.
- Assist with ad-hoc HR projects.
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience in an HR Advisor, HR Coordinator, or HR Generalist role.
- Sound understanding of Australian employment legislation and employee relations principles.
- Confidence managing routine people matters and providing practical HR support to line managers and employees.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to influence and build credibility with employees and leaders at all levels.
- Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing, industrial services, or a similar environment will be highly regarded.
- Experience using HRIS platforms is desirable.
Additional Requirement
Due to the nature of the projects supported by this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and be able to satisfy Defence security and site access requirements.
Join a dynamic team
At Eptec, our values foster a collaborative, caring, performance-focused culture that supports a safe and secure working environment for all our teams, stakeholders and clients. We are committed to a workplace culture that strongly supports diversity and inclusion and we welcome applications from across the community.
We are keen to invest in individuals with the right attitude, who want to progress their career. We will support the successful candidate with training and development, and we provide a great working environment, with flexible working options and highly competitive remuneration.
The successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment process including a medical and police check.
To find out more about EPTEC please view our website at: www.eptec.com.au
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Skills Required
- Proven experience in HR coordination or a generalist HR role
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong influencing and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to build and maintain relationships
- Relevant university degree or equivalent experience
- Experience using a HRIS
What We Do
Eptec is a specialist engineering contractor focusing on Asset Preservation and Rehabilitation. Using resin technology, it provides engineered solutions for corrosion protection, concrete rehabilitation, and thermal insulation. The company serves critical sectors including naval defence, transport, public utilities, mining, and industrial infrastructure across Australia.
