Frequently Asked Questions
Recruitment at Lend Lease
Trades, Apprenticeships and General Labour Recruitment
Lend Lease subcontract the vast majority of trades and labour recruitment to third party suppliers, so we do not have visibility of the
majority of these roles. You can find more information at the specific project offices.
How do I find out about and apply to open vacancies?
We advertise all our current vacancies via our website. Please visit http://jobopportunities.lendlease.com.au where you can search
for and apply to our open vacancies. If you have specific questions regarding an advertised role, you can contact the recruiter listed
in the advert directly.
The first time you apply for a role you will be asked to register your details and create a user profile that includes creating a
username and password. Please keep these details handy – you’ll need them the next time you login to your account.
Protecting your privacy is important to us so, to ensure your personal details are stored securely, we only accept applications
submitted through our careers website.
How can I find out the status of my application?
You can log into your account via our website http://jobopportunities.lendlease.com.au at any time to check the status of your
application.
To acknowledge your application you will be sent a system generated email to confirm receipt. The Resourcing Team will be in
touch via phone or email to confirm the outcome of your application within 2 weeks.
I have forgotten my online applicant password. How do I reset my password?
1. From the Careers homepage, http://jobopportunities.lendlease.com.au, select ‘I forgot my password’
2. Type in your username (which is your email address) and select ‘submit’
3. A temporary password will be emailed to your email address. Once you receive this email, use the temporary password
supplied to login to your profile, where you will then be prompted to enter a new password of your choosing.
Does Lend Lease have a Graduate or Undergraduate program?
For information on our graduate programs or undergraduate opportunities, please visit
http://www.lendlease.com/worldwide/careers/graduate-program.
You can also access information by visiting and ‘liking’ our Lend Lease Australia Graduate Facebook page. This page aims to tell
you more about the program and what it’s like to work at Lend Lease. It also provides updates on dates and activities surrounding
our Programs.
The link is: www.facebook.com/LendLeaseGraduateProgramAustralia
Please note we do not currently offer any student work placements outside of these set programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recruitment
I would like more information about opportunities on the Barangaroo Project
If you are interested in opportunities at our Barangaroo site, you can view vacancies at
http://jobopportunities.lendlease.com.au/barangaroo/
Please apply online for any roles that you believe you are suitable for.
Does Lend Lease hire non-residents to work in Australia?
The Australian government imposes clear restrictions and eligibility criteria to work in Australia that employers such as Lend Lease
must adhere to. Any International applications will be assessed in accordance with this legislation. For more information please visit
their website http://www.immi.gov.au/Work/Pages/Work.aspx
Please also refer to the section below regarding sponsorship.
You can also review open vacancies in our other global regions via our website, www.lendlease.com
Does Lend Lease sponsor non-residents to work in Australia?
Lend Lease will consider sponsoring employees to work in Australia where the eligibility criteria is met as outlined by the Australian
Government. Please let us know your residency status during the application and recruitment process. You will be asked to supply
your recruiter or hiring manager with a copy of your current visa (if applicable) and photo page of your passport.
For more information please visit The Department of Immigration and Boarder Protection website
http://www.immi.gov.au/Work/Pages/Work.aspx
What type of education or work experience background do I need to work at Lend Lease?
Lend Lease is a diverse business and we look for candidates with a broad range of qualifications and work experience. We are
committed to outstanding performance and want you to achieve your personal best while working in an inclusive and collaborative
environment. We actively encourage diversity in thought and experience. By reviewing the job details you should be able to
determine if your skill set meets the criteria for the role. If you have specific questions regarding an advertised role, you can contact
the recruiter listed in the advert directly.
What happens after I apply?
Once you’ve submitted your application, you’ll receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt.
Your application will be assessed by the recruitment consultant looking after the role. If unsuccessful, you will be notified via email
of the outcome of your application.
If the recruitment consultant wishes to progress your application, you will be contacted via phone and invited to participate in an
initial phone interview.
If your application progresses past this point of the process, you will be asked to come in for a face-to-face interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recruitment
Is my application confidential?
Lend Lease takes every measure to protect your privacy and ensure that your personal information is stored securely. Your
application details are kept confidential in accordance with the Lend Lease privacy policy. For more information please visit
http://www.lendlease.com/worldwide/footer/privacy-policy
What should I expect in my interview?
We use a targeted selection interview technique, also known as behavioural interviewing. You'll be asked questions designed to
show previous patterns of accomplishments relevant to the role we are recruiting. Interviews may be conducted over the phone or
in person.
Will the recruitment process involve any additional testing and/or checks?
Dependent on the role, the responsibilities and, in some cases, the state legislation, during our recruitment process you may be
asked to complete additional checks. You will be informed during the recruitment process if this applies and may include;
Recruitment Pre-selection Testing
Certain roles require minimum skills sets, and therefore, testing of an incumbent’s skills may be utilised during the
recruitment process. Tests can be outsourced to third party suppliers.
Background Checks
Dependant on the role and responsibilities different background checks may be used. For example but limited to, fraud
and bankruptcy checks.
Medical Checks and Drug & Alcohol Screening
Where the role requires, medical checks and drug and alcohol screening will be undertaken. The results must be
satisfactory prior to an offer being made. This is in accordance with Lend Lease’s Drug and Alcohol Policy. An employee
who commences work prior to the Medical Check will be employed conditionally, and their employment may be terminated
if the results are unsatisfactory.
Psychometric Assessments
Psychometric assessments may be carried out as part of the selection process for key roles.
Reference Checks
Prior to an offer every role will have checks completed with permission from the candidate.
Police Checks
Where relevant to the role requirements and/or state or federal legislation we may require the successful candidate to
complete a police check. An employee who commences work prior to the Police Check results being available will be
employed conditionally, and their employment may be terminated if the results are unsatisfactory.
All assessments, checks and testing is filed in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
Frequently Asked Questions
Recruitment
How many jobs can I apply for?
There’s no limit to how many jobs you can apply for – in fact, we encourage you to apply for all jobs that you feel you are suitable
for.
How do I find out about future opportunities?
Please create or log onto your account via our website http://jobopportunities.lendlease.com.au where you will be able to search
current roles, keep track of any applications you make and set up a job alert service to keep you informed of future opportunities.
Protecting your privacy is important to us so, to ensure your personal details are stored securely, we only accept applications
submitted through our careers website.
Can I submit a general expression of interest for jobs at Lend Lease?
We don’t currently accept general expressions of interest, however you can register for a job alert on our careers website, which will
send you a notification as soon as relevant roles are advertised so that you can apply at that time.
Do I have to apply through the Lend Lease Careers Website?
Yes. Unfortunately we don’t accept applications via email or general expressions of interest. The reason we insist on this is to
protect your privacy and to make sure that your personal information is stored securely.
How can I contact the recruitment team at Lend Lease?
If we haven’t answered your query with any of the above information, you can email your enquiry to the Lend Lease recruitment
team at [email protected]