CPB Contractors is a leading international construction company and a member of the CIMIC Group.

We combine the construction track record and expertise formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, and we also include the people and projects of Leighton Asia.

In conjunction with our clients and partners, CPB Contractors is delivering important and iconic projects across all key sectors of the construction industry, meaning we offer significant and diverse work opportunities.

We are building on the strong foundations of our unique history to create a successful and sustainable future.  Safely delivering next-generation infrastructure that better connects people and transforms communities is at the heart of what we do.

What can our construction projects build for you?

Your Opportunity:

Reporting to the Indigenous and Social Inclusion Manager for the Victoria and Tasmania business unit and working closely with projects and the Pre-Contracts Team, you will utilise your construction experience to provide strategic direction and operational support in the area of social procurement, social inclusion, diversity and inclusion, Aboriginal engagement and female participation for tenders and projects.

We’re looking for an experienced construction professional who has experience working with government policies such as:

• Building Equity Policy
• Victorian Social and Sustainable Procurement Framework
• Local Jobs First Policy
• Indigenous Procurement Policy

You will be passionate about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. You will also be someone who can manage competing priorities and think strategically about how to create unique and innovative solutions for our tenders and projects.

As our Senior Indigenous and Social Inclusion Advisor , you will:

• Design and implement all Diversity, Social Inclusion, Social Procurement, Female participation and Indigenous strategies, initiatives and programs for the whole Business Unit (Vic/Tas)
• Identify and establish key partnerships to support the plan
• Educate and support the Business Unit and projects to achieve our corporate targets across the broader Diversity, Indigenous and Social Inclusion space
• Co-facilitation of cultural awareness training to educate and support a more inclusive work culture
• Implement a calendar of diversity and inclusion events
• Provide strategic advice, guidance and work winning initiatives to bid teams regarding government policies requirements Write responses to returnable schedules as required for tenders
• Manage reporting mechanisms on projects to ensure they are able to meet their reporting requirements and KPIs
• Support projects in the Diversity, Indigenous and Social Inclusion space from mobilisation through to project close

Our minimum requirements for this role are:

• 2+ years working in construction
• 2+ years experience working on a project delivering government policy requirements including Building Equality Policy, Victorian Social and Sustainable Procurement Framework, Local Jobs First Policy and Indigenous Procurement Policy
• 3+ years’ experience in Diversity and Inclusion, Social Inclusion or Indigenous Affairs
• Exceptional relationship building, influencing and communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• An ability to work independently within a fast paced and changing environment
• Experience responding to work winning submissions is highly desirable

Our preferred requirements for this role are:

• Degree or post-secondary school training or TAFE certificate in Human Resources or other relevant degree

We’re looking for someone who has an ability to communicate & consult with a wide range of people, and who can switch gears quickly depending on what they’re working on. The successful individual will collaborate with different areas of our business with ease and create strong working relationships. 

We support diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with a multicultural background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.