Construction TA Specialist – On‑Site, Immediate Start

Capability HR; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Capability HR is hiring an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to support a growing construction organisation in Mascot, Sydney. This hands-on, site-based role focuses on fast-paced recruitment across trades and operational roles.

You will screen candidates, coordinate end-to-end interviews, and maintain strong relationships with line managers while staying audit-ready. Immediate start and potential HR crossover available.

Qualifications

• Proven track record recruiting within the commercial construction industry.
• Understanding of construction business structures and role requirements.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication with sound judgement.
• Patient, solutions-focused approach.
• Availability for an immediate start.
• Experience with JobAdder or similar ATS is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Screening candidates across trades, technical roles, site supervisors, project support, and operational hires.
• Managing end-to-end interview scheduling—phone screens, hiring manager interviews, site-based interviews, and follow-ups.
• Maintaining momentum in a reactive hiring environment where requisitions depend on client sign-off and can shift quickly.
• Managing relationships with technically focused, time-poor line managers who may change role parameters or delay feedback.
• Keeping documentation accurate and audit-ready, including briefs, interview notes, and candidate records.
• Delivering a strong candidate experience despite fluctuating timelines and shifting priorities.
• Optional HR crossover — strong performers may pick up basic HR coordination or grow into a hybrid HR/TA role.

Skills

Screening candidates across trades

Interview coordination

Stakeholder management

Candidate experience

ATS experience (JobAdder)

Tools

JobAdder / ATS

Job description

Capability HR is hiring an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to support a growing construction organisation in Mascot, Sydney. This hands-on, site-based role focuses on fast-paced recruitment across trades and operational roles.

You will screen candidates, coordinate end-to-end interviews, and maintain strong relationships with line managers while staying audit-ready. Immediate start and potential HR crossover available.