Inclusion and Belonging Lead

Downer; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer is seeking an Inclusion and Belonging Lead to shape and deliver our Inclusion and Belonging Strategy across the Energy and Utilities business. You will collaborate with leaders, People and Culture, networks and community partners to create equitable opportunities and an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

You will lead gender equity initiatives, support Indigenous participation and reconciliation commitments, and build inclusive leadership capability through learning programs and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
• Experience developing and implementing inclusion strategies and programs.
• Understanding of Indigenous engagement and reconciliation principles.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and facilitation skills.
• Experience delivering projects and supporting organizational change.
• Ability to analyse data and translate insights into action.
• Strong planning, organisational and project management capability.
• A relevant tertiary qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of our Inclusion and Belonging Strategy.
• Lead initiatives that advance gender equity and workforce participation.
• Support Indigenous participation, inclusion and Reconciliation Action Plan commitments.
• Contribute to programs supporting cultural diversity, accessibility and LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
• Partner with leaders and People and Culture teams to embed inclusive practices.
• Coordinate employee networks, inclusion champions, awareness initiatives and events.
• Design and facilitate inclusion and belonging learning programs.
• Build leadership capability in inclusive behaviours and culturally safe practices.
• Analyse workforce data and turn insights into practical recommendations.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Tertiary qualification in HR, DEI, OD, Social Sciences, or related

Job description

The opportunity

At Downer, we believe people do their best work when they feel valued, respected and able to contribute.

We are looking for an Inclusion and Belonging Lead to help shape and deliver our Inclusion and Belonging Strategy across our Energy and Utilities business.

This is an opportunity to turn strategy into meaningful action. Working with leaders, People and Culture teams, employee networks and community partners, you will help create equitable opportunities and strengthen an inclusive, respectful and high performing workplace.

In this role, you will:

• Support the development and delivery of our Inclusion and Belonging Strategy
• Lead initiatives that advance gender equity and workforce participation
• Support Indigenous participation, inclusion and Reconciliation Action Plan commitments
• Contribute to programs supporting cultural diversity, accessibility and LGBTQIA+ inclusion
• Partner with leaders and People and Culture teams to embed inclusive practices
• Coordinate employee networks, inclusion champions, awareness initiatives and events
• Design and facilitate inclusion and belonging learning programs
• Build leadership capability in inclusive behaviours and culturally safe practices
• Analyse workforce data and turn insights into practical recommendationsBuild meaningful relationships with community organisations, industry bodies and inclusion partners

What we're looking for

You will bring a collaborative approach, strong relationship building skills and the ability to influence positive change across a complex organisation.

• Demonstrated experience in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Experience developing and implementing inclusion strategies and programs
• An understanding of Indigenous engagement and reconciliation principles
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and facilitation skills
• Experience delivering projects and supporting organisational change
• The ability to analyse data and translate insights into action
• Strong planning, organisational and project management capability
• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Organisational Development, Social Sciences, Business or a related discipline is preferred

What we offer

At Downer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to work that has a genuine impact on our people and communities.

You will join a collaborative environment where you can:

• Influence meaningful inclusion and belonging initiatives
• Work with stakeholders across the Energy and Utilities business
• Build trusted relationships with leaders, employees and community partners
• Help strengthen inclusive leadership capability and workplace practices
• Use data and insights to shape programs and measure progress

About Energy & Utilities

Our Energy & Utilities business works across complex and geographically dispersed operations. This role will partner broadly across the business to help integrate inclusive practices, strengthen employee belonging and support our inclusion objectives.