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Aptus

Founded in 2010, Aptus is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to the built environment across Australia. The firm provides comprehensive, sector specific hiring solutions that connect employers with skilled professionals for permanent, contract, and temporary roles. Operating within the AEC domain, Aptus focuses on two core market areas: buildings, land and infrastructure, and architecture, planning and design. Its consultants are industry specialists who understand project lifecycles, compliance and safety frameworks, and delivery challenges, and they apply that knowledge to identify, attract, and assess talent with precision. Typical assignments span civil and structural engineering, drafting, BIM and digital coordination, project management, surveying, statutory and strategic planning, landscape architecture, and urban design, supporting clients from boutique design studios through to multidisciplinary consultancies and major infrastructure programs. Aptus emphasizes a partnership approach, investing time to map talent communities, benchmark skills, and advise on salaries, availability, and hiring trends so that managers and candidates can make informed decisions. For clients, the firm delivers shortlists calibrated to technical capability and cultural alignment, manages contractor onboarding and compliance, and provides continuity through extensions and backfill; for candidates, it offers guidance on CVs and portfolios, interview preparation, and transparent feedback that helps create life changing opportunities. By combining targeted search techniques with an active contractor network, Aptus can respond quickly to urgent site needs while maintaining rigor for hard to fill design and engineering positions. With coverage across key Australian markets and a focus on continuous relationship building, Aptus remains closely connected to candidate communities, graduating talent, and returning contractors, enabling proactive pipelines rather than reactive hiring. The team leverages structured screening, skills testing where appropriate, and reference validation to reduce risk and support safe, productive project delivery from day one, while prioritizing clear communication, ethical practice, and long term relationships to inspire success for everyone involved in shaping Australia’s built environment.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionInterior DesignEngineeringTechnology & Digital

HQMelbourne, Australia

Ironside Resources

Ironside Resources is an Australian, veteran owned recruitment and workforce solutions firm dedicated to connecting ADF veterans and their families with civilian careers across the country. Founded in 2012 by Army veteran Glen Ferrarotto, the business blends tailored support for candidates with pragmatic services for employers, operating as a certified social enterprise through Social Traders and reinvesting the majority of profits into veteran impact programs. Built on traditional recruitment best practice, Ironside delivers permanent placement, labour hire and contractor workforce solutions, and consulting support that helps organizations design veteran hiring pathways and translate military skills into role ready capability. The team is made up of veterans, spouses, and industry professionals who understand the language of defense service and the needs of business, acting as a bridge that de risks hiring and improves retention. Ironside partners with employers nationwide in sectors such as mining and resources, civil construction and infrastructure, manufacturing and the defense industry, logistics, healthcare, and financial services, with case studies and client logos that include FMG, Thiess, Multiplex, Linfox, Boeing, BAE Systems, Westpac, Sonic Healthcare, and the Australian Taxation Office. For veterans, the firm provides resume writing, coaching, veteran transition resources, and a clear pathway from job discovery through to onboarding, including options to join the Ironside contractor workforce and trucking assignments for those seeking site based work. For employers, Ironside offers a values aligned talent channel informed by the Ironside veteran community, shortlisting that focuses on purpose and cultural fit, and workforce augmentation to close skill gaps quickly and safely. Since inception, the company has helped more than 1000 veterans move into sustainable, purpose aligned roles and continues to build a national community where the value of service is matched with meaningful work.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionElectrical EngineeringIndustrial AutomationSupply Chain Management

HQCanberra, Australia

ESE Recruitment

Founded in 2002, ESE Recruitment is a boutique Australian recruitment agency headquartered in Ivanhoe, Victoria, that partners with employers and jobseekers across Australia and New Zealand. The firm positions itself as professionals recruiting professionals and is known for simplifying and humanising recruitment through tailored, high touch delivery. ESE Recruitment provides end to end recruitment solutions spanning permanent recruitment, executive search, and temporary and contract staffing, supported by robust HR and payroll capabilities including contractor payrolling, timesheet administration, compliance reporting, and cross border hiring for interstate and New Zealand needs. Clients benefit from consultants who bring real domain backgrounds in science, sales, human resources, construction, and engineering, enabling deeper role understanding and credible engagement with hiring managers and candidates. Beyond core sourcing and selection, the team offers value added services such as salary benchmarking, structured reference checking, psychometric appraisals, interview training, and post placement follow up to ensure retention and performance. ESE Recruitment serves a broad mix of industries with particular traction in construction and engineering as well as professional services functions, and is trusted for supplying both office based professionals and field based casual staff on short and long term assignments. For jobseekers, the agency provides a responsive experience with an active job board, resume upload to a curated talent bank, and career support designed to improve search efficiency and outcomes. The firm embraces diversity, equity and inclusion and promotes a safe, respectful environment where every individual has equal opportunity to succeed. With strong systems, an extensive network, and a values led ethos of integrity, professionalism, and getting the job done with little fuss, ESE Recruitment delivers dependable results and long term relationships for clients and candidates alike.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtManagement ConsultingLegalAccounting (Audit, Tax)Chemical ManufacturingElectrical EngineeringIndustrial Automation

HQSouthbank, Australia

CMR Personnel

CMR Personnel is a workforce solutions provider serving the Administration and Office support, Call Centre, Construction, Civil, Rail, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mining and Quarrying sectors with over 15 years of experience. Now a part of the APG Workforce group of companies, CMR combines local expertise with national scale to deliver fast, reliable labour hire and recruitment services across Australia. With offices in Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland, the business supports clients operating across multiple sites and states, supplying both skilled and unskilled workers for short term, long term and permanent needs. As part of APG Workforce, an Australian owned company established in 1998, CMR aligns to a people first, safety led operating model that emphasizes accredited processes, risk reduction and engaged account management. Beyond sourcing talent, CMR strengthens workforce capability through training delivered by accredited providers, including workplace OHS compliance and call centre training, as well as nationally recognized qualifications in civil construction, rail infrastructure, warehousing operations and frontline management. Its consultants understand the operating environments of civil and rail projects, industrial and food and beverage manufacturing plants, and broader essential industry settings, focusing on the right mix of skills and attitude to lift productivity and ensure safe operations. CMR supports organizations of all sizes, from SMBs to government and large enterprises, and can rapidly mobilize immediate labour hire to meet surge, seasonal and project based demand while also delivering permanent recruitment for critical roles. The company is committed to cultural diversity, continuous improvement and transparent communication with candidates and hiring teams. Integration with APG Workforce extends CMRs reach, systems and compliance framework, enabling consistent national service standards, workforce management support and meaningful, well supported opportunities for job seekers.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingContract StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseArchitectureInterior DesignOil & Gas

HQHawthorn East, Australia

Transcend Managed Services

Transcend Managed Services is the recruitment and labour hire arm of Transcend Group, working alongside Transcend Consulting Group Pty Ltd, which specializes in reinforcement drafting, digital engineering and 3D modelling for complex civil and infrastructure projects. As Transcend Managed Services Pty Ltd, the team provides labour hire and recruitment services across construction and infrastructure, heavy manufacturing, engineering and steel markets, aligning every engagement to a clear focus on quality, safety and efficiency. Clients rely on Transcend for flexible workforce solutions that scale with project demands, including temporary labour hire, permanent recruitment and managed service outsourcing. The company also delivers vendor management solutions, offering master and neutral vendor models, direct sourcing programs and structured resource management to improve visibility, compliance and cost control across multi-supplier environments. Whether mobilising skilled trades for site-based works or placing technical and professional talent into plant, fabrication and engineering teams, Transcend operates with a partnership mindset grounded in dependable delivery, transparent communication and practical, deliverable strategies. Their consultants bring a deep understanding of the unique demands of manufacturing, civil and environmental projects, enabling precise matching of capability, certifications and culture. Underpinned by a commitment to high quality outcomes, continual improvement and a win-win approach for customers, staff and suppliers, the business balances speed with diligence, prioritising safe work practices and workforce wellbeing. This values-led approach extends across change management and resource planning support, helping clients adapt to shifting scopes, tighten controls and keep critical milestones on track. From single role fills to multi-site programs under an MSP framework, Transcend Managed Services strives to exceed expectations by uniting disciplined process, market insight and a hands-on service ethos that earns long-term trust.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingMSPAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstruction

HQMelbourne, Australia

Placd

Placd is a specialist recruitment and consultancy partner built to recruit and to help people and organisations thrive. With more than 35 years of combined experience, the firm supports employers and candidates across Australia through a blend of search expertise and practical talent advisory. Its core services span permanent recruitment, executive search, and contracting solutions, complemented by talent acquisition strategy, HR consultancy support, salary guides and market insights, and career coaching and planning. Acting as authentic brand ambassadors, Placd takes time to understand a clients culture, vision, and goals, then designs a targeted search that aligns capability and ambition on both sides of the table. The team partners with commercial property and real estate developers, financial services organisations, and selected not for profits, and regularly fills business support, marketing, sales, and leadership roles from rising stars through to senior executives. A transparent and human process underpins every assignment, from structured discovery and market mapping to rigorous shortlisting, interview preparation, and offer management, with clear communication at every step. Placd believes great hiring creates positive ripples across teams and communities, and it brings this philosophy to life by advocating for candidates, advising clients with data led insights, and maintaining long term relationships built on trust. Led by experienced consultants including Jade Melia and Marko Milin, the boutique team offers the agility and care of a small firm with the reach of deep networks. Whether scaling a new function, replacing a critical leader, or navigating a confidential brief, Placd provides a calm, informed, and outcome focused approach that removes friction and delivers results. Operating with discretion and respect for privacy, the firm combines market intelligence with a curated candidate experience, offering timely feedback, honest guidance, and support before, during, and after placement. Clients benefit from current salary data and market commentary that inform workforce planning and help benchmark roles, while candidates gain practical coaching on resumes, portfolios, interviews, and career mapping. Engagements can be tailored to retained, contingent, or contract models depending on urgency and complexity, and Placd remains engaged post placement to ensure successful onboarding and retention. Above all, Placd measures success by fit, impact, and longevity.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtContract StaffingResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionFinTechFundraisingSocial Services

HQMelbourne, Australia

TMR Recruitment

TMR Recruitment is an Australian recruitment agency specialising in building services, manufacturing, and energy, known for a pragmatic, no nonsense approach to matching talent with opportunity. Established in 2007 by Trudi Hedley and operating with a remote team, the firm partners with clients nationwide and brings more than two decades of on the tools recruiting experience across both agency and client side environments. TMR blends agile resource planning with hands on headhunting, actively pursuing talent rather than waiting for applicants, and focuses on roles spanning HVAC design and construct (project managers, estimators, drafters, engineers), HVAC service (account managers, sales engineers, service technicians, coordinators), refrigeration (service support, refrigeration mechanics, sales engineers), energy (R&D, control systems, mechanical and electrical engineers, energy specialists), manufacturing (application and mechanical engineers, production planners, general management, quality control), and distribution (sales and marketing, support engineers, executive assistants, branch managers). Clients from sectors such as industrial machinery, HVACR, and building services rely on TMR for transparent processes, diligent due diligence, and a targeted hunt for best in market candidates. The teams mission centric culture is reflected in a no mission impossible mindset and a focus on removing headaches and friction from the hiring journey for both employers and candidates. Headquartered out of Melbourne with experience gained locally and internationally, TMR supports growth, transformation, and operational continuity for SMEs and larger enterprises alike, delivering results through permanent search, senior appointments, and flexible talent solutions. With thought leadership across HVACR, construction, and manufacturing and a strong emphasis on long term relationships, TMR positions itself as a specialist partner for companies needing credible, time efficient recruitment that balances technical capability, cultural fit, and future potential.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseArchitectureInterior DesignOil & Gas

HQMelbourne, Australia

Go Ahead Group

Go Ahead Group is an Australia wide labour hire and recruitment partner licensed in every state and territory, supporting civil and construction, manufacturing and industrial, warehousing and logistics, rail, resources and waste, and events. As an Irish and Australian owned business, the company removes time and risk from hiring by supplying vetted blue collar talent when and where projects need them, from short term shifts to long term site deployments and permanent placements. Its Talent Solutions team understands jobsite realities and sources labourers, trade assistants, carpenters, boilermakers, machine operators, pick packers, drivers, and other ticketed workers, while the Contingent Staff Solutions division keeps warehouses and logistics operations staffed for reliable output. Clients can trial workers on a temp to perm pathway, or engage the firm for permanent recruitment and executive search when building leadership and specialist capability. With a 24 7 readiness model and ongoing pipelining even without active orders, Go Ahead Group acts as an extension of its customers operations. The team manages worker onboarding, payroll and insurance, compliance, and safety expectations so projects stay on schedule. Go Ahead Group also sources in demand trades internationally and can assist with relocation and sponsorship to address skills shortages. Trusted by government departments, multinational manufacturers, developers, civil and infrastructure companies, and commercial builders, the business brings deep local networks and a large database to deliver fast, fit for purpose staffing outcomes. Decade long client relationships reflect a focus on reliability, communication, and cost effectiveness. From Melbourne and Sydney offices the company services worksites nationwide, aligning labour supply to production peaks, construction milestones, and distribution cycles. Whether it is a single skilled operator for an urgent shift, a full crew for a civil program, or a permanent hire through targeted search, Go Ahead Group provides licensed, compliant, and responsive workforce solutions that keep construction programs, production lines, and supply chains moving safely and efficiently.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionSupply Chain ManagementFreight ForwardingAirlines & Aviation

HQWilliams Landing, Australia

Connect People

Founded in 2010, Connect People is a recruitment and labour hire partner supporting infrastructure and essential services across Australia and New Zealand. The firm supplies temporary crews and sources permanent placements for civil, rail, water, energy, maintenance, and professional services organizations. With specialist recruiters who maintain deep industry networks, Connect People mobilizes qualified trades, operators, technicians, engineers, supervisors, and professional staff to construction sites, field maintenance programs, utilities projects, and rail operations. Their model emphasizes safety, reliability, and speed to mobilize, combining rigorous screening, right to work checks, reference validation, and safety onboarding with ongoing workforce management and performance monitoring. Clients engage Connect People to scale crews for peaks in project demand, backfill critical roles, or secure hard to find specialists, benefiting from a consultative process that maps role requirements, project timelines, and site conditions to the right talent. The team understands the compliance environment common to civil and utilities work, including inductions, site access, fatigue management, and ticket and license verification. Service delivery spans contingent and contract assignments, shift based rosters, and fixed term or permanent recruitment, allowing organizations to balance short term flexibility with long term capability. Connect People operates as a responsive partner focused on delivering dependable, high performing people where and when they are needed, while supporting candidates with clear communication, safe assignments, and pathways to ongoing employment. By combining sector expertise with practical, on the ground execution, the company helps asset owners, tier one contractors, and service providers keep projects on track and assets maintained, reinforcing its core promise to deliver the right people every time.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentContract StaffingResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionFreight ForwardingAirlines & AviationMaritime

HQGeelong, Australia

First Avenue Group

First Avenue Group is a Melbourne based headhunting and executive search partner that believes no two hires are the same. Founded to challenge rinse and repeat recruiting, the firm designs custom strategies to uncover passive and active talent and focuses on long term fit over short term fixes. Powered by PeopleEconomics, a 12 point framework developed by sister company Wall Street, the team blends psychology, behavioral insights, and data to map markets, analyze salary and availability trends, and predict how individuals will thrive within a specific culture and role. From the first brief through research and market mapping, presentation of insights, proactive hunt, rigorous screening, and curated shortlists, to interviews, reference and background checks, and final offer support, First Avenue manages an end to end process that saves clients time while raising the bar on quality. Its in house talent pool of more than 30,000 candidates and an extensive network across industry platforms enable targeted outreach even when ideal candidates are not actively applying. The leadership team includes CEO Leah Akoka, COO Sandra Miljic, and Head of Talent Hannah Malka, who together bring deep experience across HR, payroll, and recruitment execution. The firm partners with companies across finance, legal, retail and FMCG, construction, digital and technology, marketing and advertising, real estate and property, and design and architecture, placing white collar and executive level professionals who deliver impact. Whether a scale up seeking a cornerstone hire or an established enterprise needing discreet executive search, First Avenue provides permanent recruitment, search, and outsourced recruiting support tailored to each mandate. Built on transparency, accountability, and measurable outcomes, the agency leaves no stone unturned to find the right person, even if they are not looking.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentRPOSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceArchitectureInterior DesignFashion & Apparel

HQSt Kilda, Australia

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