HR Advisor (Onboarding and Talent Acquisition)

RPS; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

RPS, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our People Team in Melbourne. You will provide high-quality HR support for our Project Management and Advisory business, with a primary focus on talent acquisition and onboarding.

You’ll partner with leaders to deliver workforce solutions that enhance employee experience, culture, and operational efficiency, while maintaining a flexible, fast-paced environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• A degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• At least 5 years' experience across HR/talent acquisition.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and building talent pipelines via platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Strong candidate care and a smooth, professional experience for hiring managers.

Responsibilities

• Work with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
• Deliver full-cycle recruitment services including sourcing, pre-interview screening, interview coordination and offers.
• Manage background screening and onboarding processes.
• Oversee internal referral process for all vacancies.
• Provide HR reporting and general support.
• Support HR initiatives and projects to improve employee experience and efficiency.
• Partner with leaders to deliver workforce solutions aligned with goals.

Skills

HR Advisor

Recruitment

LinkedIn Recruiter

Onboarding

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Join a people-first team where your HR skills will help shape rewarding employee experiences and support projects that leave a lasting impact.

At RPS, a Tetra Tech company, we’re reimagining how HR supports a connected, high-performing workforce. We’re seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our People Team, to provide high quality people related support for our Project Management and Advisory business.

This role is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Whilst the primary focus will be on talent acquisition and onboarding, priorities may shift to support the changing needs of the business and the team. You’ll work closely with leaders across the business to deliver people-focused outcomes and play an important role in shaping a positive employee experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
• Deliver full-cycle recruitment services including sourcing, pre-interview screening, interview coordination and offers.
• Manage the background screening and the onboarding processes.
• Manage the internal referral process for all vacancies.
• Assist with reporting and general HR support.
• Support key HR initiatives and projects that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.
• Partner with business leaders to deliver workforce solutions aligned with strategic goals.

About You

• A degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• At least 5 years' experience across HR/talent acquisition
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and building talent pipelines through platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter
• A strong focus on candidate care and the ability to deliver a smooth, professional experience for hiring managers
• Works well with others, steps in to help when needed, and is flexible with shifting focus to meet team or business priorities.
• Demonstrated experience in HR/Recruitment systems, data management, and reporting
• High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and communication skills

What’s On Offer

At RPS, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative People Team where your ideas are valued and your contributions make a real difference. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth and development. You’ll enjoy a varied and rewarding role, working closely with experienced professionals and business leaders in an environment that encourages collaboration, continuous improvement and a healthy work-life balance. As part of Tetra Tech, you’ll also benefit from being connected to a global network of expertise and opportunities.

Our Approach

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. These behaviours-developed by our people-underpin everything we do and make RPS a great place to do great work.

Stronger together is one of our five core behaviours and the heartbeat of our collaborative culture. We encourage everyone to bring their best and support others to do the same. By sharing knowledge, thinking differently, and creating an environment of trust and respect, our people grow, thrive, and succeed together.

Our Approach

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.

Stronger together is one of our five core behaviours and it is key to building a collaborative workplace. We encourage everyone to bring their best and to support others to do the same. By sharing knowledge, challenging each other to think differently, and fostering an environment of trust and respect, our people can learn, grow and thrive - and share in our success.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.