Senior Human Resources Officer (Recruitment)

Cimic; Sydney; On-site; AUD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Leighton Asia, part of CIMIC Group, seeks an experienced Recruitment professional for Malaysia. You will own end-to-end recruitment, source actively across channels, and partner with hiring managers to craft compelling job descriptions and ensure a smooth onboarding process.

The role emphasizes employer branding and collaboration with HR functions to support performance and compliance initiatives. 5+ years in recruitment and a degree in HR or related field are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related discipline.
• 5+ years of recruitment/talent acquisition experience.
• Construction/engineering/project-based industry exp preferred.
• Proven ability to engage high-potential talent across channels.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding.
• Develop and nurture diverse talent pools via multiple channels.
• Collaborate with Hiring Managers to define role requirements and descriptions.
• Enhance onboarding experience for new hires.
• Support employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Assist with HR operations, performance management and compliance as needed.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Sourcing

Interview coordination

Stakeholder management

Employer branding

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

LEIGHTON ASIA, established in 1975, is a leading international construction company, delivers a portfolio of high-profile infrastructure projects throughout Asia, operations specialize in civil engineering and infrastructure, rail, roads and tunnels, as well as building works.

We are a member of the CIMIC Group, one of the world's largest leading international contractors and the world's largest contract miner. Our Group Principles are Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery. Safety is more than a Principle, it underpins everything we do.

As a leading construction provider, Leighton Asia is what it is today because of our people. Our people are the key asset driving the business. One of the Group's highest priorities is to create a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for all our people.

We invite high-calibre candidates to fill the following position in Malaysia.

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Job Duties

• Managing all aspects of the recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, coordinating & conducting interviews, managing offers, and facilitating seamless onboarding experience.
• Proactively develop and nurture a strong talent pool by leveraging diverse sourcing channels such as job boards, social media platforms, networking events, and employee referral programs.
• Collaborate with Hiring Managers to understand role requirements and candidate success profiles, crafting clear, compelling job descriptions, and implementing effective sourcing strategies.
• Enhance the candidate on-boarding experience from the initial interaction through to the job offer stage.
• Play a key role in employer branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice and attract top talent in a competitive market.
• Provide assistance with various HR-related areas, including but not limited to HR Operations and Support, performance management, and compliance initiatives as needed.

Job Requirements

• Possess a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Experience in the construction, engineering, or project-based industry is preferred.
• A strong ability to identify and engage high-potential talent across various channels effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to influence decisions and build strong partnerships with stakeholders.
• A resourceful mindset with the ability to manage multiple roles, priorities, and challenges simultaneously.

Information provided will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants who are not invited for an interview within 8 weeks may consider their application unsuccessful for the applied post.

For more information about Leighton Asia, please visit our Leighton Company Website.