Onboarding and Competency Advisor

Acciona; Australia; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA in Australia is seeking an onboarding and competency lead for a regional project. You will own the competency framework, coordinate onboarding of staff, contractors and subcontractors, and ensure all licences, tickets and trainings are in place before mobilisation.

You will report to the Manager, Operational Services, supervise two safety administrators, and collaborate with HSE, People and Culture, project managers and training partners to keep the site audit-ready.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV Training and Assessment or related qualification.
• Experience with competency or compliance systems, such as 3D Safety.
• Experience coordinating onboarding and leading a team.
• Knowledge of licences, certifications and WHS requirements.
• Construction, utilities, energy or infrastructure experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the competency management system and role-based competency matrices.
• Coordinate onboarding of employees, contractors and subcontractors before mobilisation.
• Verify licences, tickets, medicals and competency evidence before site access.
• Monitor expiry dates and manage renewals, refresher training and reassessments.
• Act as primary contact for subcontractor onboarding and compliance.
• Lead and develop the safety administrators and allocate their work.
• Report on compliance, improve processes and support audits.

Skills

Cert IV T&A

Compliance systems

Onboarding coordination

WHS knowledge

Infra project experience

Education

Certificate IV Training & Assessment

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Own onboarding and competency assurance, lead a small team and make sure every worker is site-ready on a regional project with ACCIONA.

Benefits

• Own workforce compliance and competency across a regional project
• Lead a team and act as the main contact for subcontractors
• Access mentoring and leadership development pathways at ACCIONA

Project Information

Help deliver a new 500 kV double-circuit transmission line project that will connect more than 3,000 MW of new renewable generation to the grid and power up to one million homes. The scope spans earthworks and access tracks, tower foundations, steel supply and erection, logistics and regional camp accommodation.

About the Opportunity

Report to the Manager, Operational Services and lead two safety administrators. You will own the competency and onboarding framework, so every employee, contractor and subcontractor holds the right licences, tickets and training before starting work. As the main contact for subcontractors, you will partner with HSE, People and Culture, project managers and supervisors, as well as labour hire providers and training organisations. Track expiry dates and elevate gaps early. Improve systems, report on compliance and keep the project ready for audits.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Own the competency management system and role-based competency matrices
• Coordinate onboarding of employees, contractors and subcontractors before mobilisation
• Verify licences, tickets, medicals and competency evidence before site access
• Monitor expiry dates and manage renewals, refresher training and reassessments
• Act as primary contact for subcontractor onboarding and compliance
• Lead and develop the safety administrators and allocate their work
• Report on compliance, improve processes and support audits

Required Skills and Competencies

• Certificate IV Training and Assessment or related qualification
• Competency or compliance systems experience, such as 3D Safety
• Experience coordinating onboarding and leading a team
• Knowledge of licences, certifications and WHS requirements
• Construction, utilities, energy or infrastructure experience

Location and conditions

This is a regional role and includes the provision to be based at camp as required.

Why join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.