Senior PC Business Partner – Own End-to-End PC Initiatives

About the role

UGL’s Utilities OM business delivers critical services to the electrical utilities and infrastructure sector, supporting 153 employees across NSW, VIC and WA. The team specialises in maintaining and repairing live electrical lines to keep communities powered and connected.

In this newly created role you’ll lead the people agenda and have a lasting impact on this set-to-expand business. You’ll report directly to the General Manager, Utilities OM, and join the Senior Leadership Team to provide operational support and shape strategy. You’ll oversee end-to-end PC operations, championing employee engagement, leadership development, and inclusivity through meaningful initiatives such as the Gender Equity Action Plan and Reconciliation Action Plan. Whether building processes for long term growth or coaching leaders to create safe and empowering workplaces, your work will leave a legacy.

The role is based out of our North Sydney head office with some travel to VIC and WA sites for on-the-ground engagement.

Why this role?

Take ownership of the PC function for Utilities OM, and depending on business growth and project wins, may lead to stepping into a PC Manager role.Partner with senior leaders to align strategy, foster accountability, and create a culture built on trust and collaboration.Shape the future of a hands-on and fast-paced business, where no two days are the same. Drive initiatives that create genuine impact, such as promoting gender equity, diversity, and engagement in the workforce.

Key responsibilities

Lead the full spectrum of strategic and operational PC activities, including EA negotiations, IR/ER frameworks, performance reviews, engagement surveys, and compliance.Mentor and guide leaders to build inclusive, high-performing teams, resolve workforce challenges and drive organisational goals.Engage with staff via site visits, health check surveys, and feedback sessions, ensuring they feel supported and heard.Implement, manage, and deliver workforce planning, leadership programs, and transformational cultural initiatives.

What we offer

Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement working from home 1-2 days per week.Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.Complimentary salary continuance insurance.Discounted Medibank health insurance.Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.Access our OneRewards Discount Program.

About you

We want someone who wants to make a difference and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy collaboration, empowering others, and tackling challenges head-on, this is the role for you.

Previous experience in similar roles within complex, unionised environments, with expertise in EA/IR negotiations.Proven ability to introduce practical solutions that uplift team performance and address organisational challenges.Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills to connect with a diverse range of stakeholders.A confident self-starter who balances hands-on operational tasks with big-picture strategy.

Take the next step in your career and join UGL, where your expertise can truly make a difference

About Us

UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire.

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