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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

Verra

Verra is an Australian recruitment partner focused on the built environment and critical infrastructure, working with market leaders across Construction, Development, Design, Civil, Defence, and Energy and Renewables. With over 30 years of combined experience, the team operates across NSW and VIC and supports flagship projects nationwide. Verra is driven by authenticity, virtue, and impact, placing genuine relationships at the heart of its model and investing the time to understand each business so every placement supports long term success. The firm brings deep domain knowledge across the full project lifecycle, from early design concepts and planning through documentation, coordination, and project delivery. In Architecture and Design, Verra recruits Architects, BIM technicians, project leads, civil and structural drafters, and development managers, ensuring alignment on design intent, regulatory requirements, and delivery milestones. In Civil and Commercial Construction, Defence, and Energy and Renewables, the team combines agency and in house talent leadership experience to run precise, transparent searches that balance technical capability with cultural fit and future potential. Clients value Verra for speed, clarity, and honest advice; candidates appreciate a people first approach that keeps communication open and decisions grounded in integrity. Services span permanent and contract hiring and targeted search for pivotal roles, enabling organizations to secure critical skills quickly while building resilient teams for the future. By reshaping how people experience recruitment and building partnerships that last, Verra helps businesses deliver complex projects safely, on time, and to a high standard, and helps professionals progress in careers that make a meaningful difference across Australias built environment.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionWater ManagementUtilitiesGovernment Administration

HQMelbourne, Australia

Living Sectors Recruitment (Part of Enable Talent Group)

Living Sectors Recruitment, the specialist brand of Enable Talent Group, focuses exclusively on Australias residential living sectors and connects investors, developers, owners and operators with the people who design, build and run communities. Operating across the full asset lifecycle, the firm delivers talent for capital investment and acquisitions, development and project delivery, construction, operations and leasing, property and facilities management, asset management, resident experience, finance, risk and governance. Typical appointments span CEOs, COOs, CFOs, Heads of Development and Investment, General Managers and Regional Operations leaders, as well as Fund and Portfolio Managers, Investment and Development Analysts, Development and Project Managers, Design and Construction Managers, Asset Managers, Operations and Village Managers, Leasing and Brand specialists, HR and People and Culture, FP&A, treasury, commercial finance and compliance leaders including risk, ESG, governance and company secretarial roles. Services include executive search for critical leadership hires, professional and mid senior permanent recruitment across all functions, and temporary and contract solutions that keep projects and platforms moving. Through its partnership with Apositive, the business provides fast, compliant labour hire in VIC and NSW with payroll, superannuation and insurance handled, allowing clients to scale resources with speed and confidence. The companys sector focus covers Build to Rent (BTR), Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), Retirement and Independent Living, Affordable and Community Housing, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and co living. A network led approach, pre assessed candidates, transparent fees without lock ins and clear Why We Shortlisted rationales underpin a relationship driven model built for accuracy and pace. Led by Byron and Andrea Ellis and backed by more than two decades in property, finance and investment recruitment, Living Sectors Recruitment partners with boards, funds, REITs and operators nationwide to build teams that create communities and sustain asset performance. As a specialist brand within Enable Talent Group, it provides the same people, ABN and service standards with a sharper focus on Australias living sectors.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionInsuranceInvestment ManagementFinTech

HQMelbourne, Australia

Konnect Recruit

Konnect Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency built by civil engineers to serve the construction sector, with a core focus on Adelaide and support for projects across Australia. The team brings more than a decade of hands on engineering and project management experience to every brief, which allows them to translate technical requirements into accurate hiring profiles and to assess candidates beyond resumes. Konnect Recruit partners with construction companies, consultancies, and asset owners to source engineers, estimators, civil and structural designers, safety advisors, document controllers, project leaders, directors, and executives. Their discipline coverage spans architecture, civil, commercial and residential construction, engineering, government related infrastructure, office support for project delivery, and property. Clients engage the firm for permanent recruitment, executive search, and contract solutions when projects require surge capacity or specialist skills. A transparent process underpins each assignment: evaluation and research to define the brief, timeframes, and expectations; candidate search through market mapping, networking, headhunting, advertising, and advanced AI search; rigorous screening and interviews to build a targeted shortlist; and assessment and placement including client interviews, decision support, reference gathering, and negotiations. Konnect Recruit is known for being engineers first and recruiters second, which translates into informed shortlists, faster time to hire, and better cultural and technical fit. Testimonials from drafters, designers, and project engineers highlight responsive communication, tailored guidance, and ongoing aftercare that supports long term success. The firm is driven by values that emphasize doing it right and getting it done, building for the long term, and showing gratitude through generous knowledge sharing. Whether a business needs senior leaders for capital works or site based project engineers for water treatment, pipelines, rail, roads, or airfield upgrades, Konnect Recruit delivers talent that enables safe, on time, and cost effective outcomes while helping professionals progress their careers.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionLaw EnforcementMilitary & DefenseEducation Administration

HQAdelaide, Australia

Alliance Extra Staff

Alliance Extra Staff is an Australian specialist in non clinical workforce solutions for the healthcare and aged care sectors, trusted for over 60 years to keep hospitals, residential aged care and community care services running smoothly. Operating as part of the Alliance Australia network, the business focuses on supplying reliable, fully vetted casual, temporary and contract staff who step in seamlessly to cover surge demand, seasonal peaks, project needs and unplanned leave. Their talent community includes chefs, cooks, catering assistants and kitchen hands who support therapeutic nutrition and safe meal service; cleaners, housekeepers and laundry attendants who uphold infection control and hygiene standards; and grounds and maintenance workers who help facilities stay safe, compliant and welcoming. For employers, Alliance Extra Staff delivers fast placements, fair priced solutions and responsive service hours, with teams available from 4am to 10pm on weekdays and from 5am to 10pm on weekends to meet the real time nature of healthcare operations. Clients benefit from rigorous candidate screening, safety and compliance processes and a consultative approach that aligns rosters, skill sets and site specific requirements so shifts are filled with the right people at the right time. For job seekers, the company offers flexible, supportive work with the freedom to choose when and where to work, from a few hours to a full week, close to home or across Australia, backed by respectful treatment, reliable pay and opportunities to build experience in leading healthcare environments. With decades of sector knowledge and a practical, can do ethos, Alliance Extra Staff provides the hidden talents that keep healthcare working, combining scale, speed and care to deliver essential people precisely when they are needed most.

Temporary StaffingContract StaffingPermanent RecruitmentHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsMental Health CareVeterinaryHospitality & Retail

HQSydney, Australia

Backpacker Job Board

Backpacker Job Board is the leading Australian job site dedicated to working holiday makers and backpackers seeking paid work while they travel. Founded in 2010, the platform connects employers with a nationwide pool of flexible candidates across full time, part time, casual and temporary roles, with a particular focus on seasonal farm work, hospitality and general labor. Backpackers can register for free, create a simple profile, and browse thousands of live vacancies by category or location, from major cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to regional and remote destinations. The site hosts a broad mix of opportunities including fruit picking, harvest and farm jobs, bar and cafe roles, hotel and hostel work, au pair placements, construction and trade labor, warehouse and logistics shifts, sales and events, and more. Employers can post jobs at no cost or choose affordable featured options to boost visibility, while every listing is moderated manually to reduce spam and ensure relevance. Beyond job search, Backpacker Job Board provides practical resources tailored to 417 and 462 visa holders, including FAQs, a harvest calendar, and blog guides that explain how to find work, prepare a resume, and navigate compliance. The service is designed to make hiring and job hunting fast and transparent for both sides: employers gain on demand access to a mobile, travel ready workforce, and backpackers get a trusted, free marketplace to apply online directly to employers without agency fees. The company also operates a sister site in New Zealand and is managed by a small team focused on product development, content, and community support. With extensive coverage across industries and regions, Backpacker Job Board has become a go to destination for seasonal and entry level hiring throughout Australia.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingContract StaffingFarmingFood ProcessingFishing & AquacultureCommercial Real EstateConstructionArchitecture

HQVictoria, Australia

Mob Jobs

Mob Jobs is a 100 percent Aboriginal owned and operated Indigenous employment agency focused on creating culturally safe pathways to work for First Nations people across Australia. The firm combines recruitment, mentoring, and workplace development with corporate training to help both jobseekers and employers achieve sustainable results. Its recruitment services span permanent, contract, and temporary roles, with tailored candidate sourcing, job readiness coaching, and structured pre employment support, including pathways into apprenticeships and traineeships. Beyond hiring, Mob Jobs partners with organizations to review job descriptions and policies, embed cultural overlays, and strengthen inclusivity to increase engagement and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander talent. Through its Registered Employer Program, clients gain on call access to cultural experts and best practice frameworks so they can start employing First Nations people immediately and confidently. Corporate development solutions include cultural safety audits, Indigenous employment strategies, support for Reconciliation Action Plans, and First Nations specific policy design and implementation, reinforced by practical Cultural Awareness, Cultural Safety, and Cultural Competency training. Post placement mentoring is core to the model, with ongoing support for up to six months for both employee and employer to ensure a smooth transition, stronger engagement, and long term retention. Mob Jobs serves a broad range of sectors including construction and engineering, public sector and community services, utilities, logistics, and professional services, and is trusted by councils, corporates, and SMEs seeking to build inclusive workplaces. Led by a specialist First Nations team with lived experience and deep community knowledge, the agency operates nationally and is committed to lifting First Nations participation in the workforce by creating environments where culture is respected, employees are supported, and businesses can confidently meet their Indigenous employment goals.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingContract StaffingGovernment AdministrationLaw EnforcementMilitary & DefenseAerospaceDefenseConsumer Goods Manufacturing

HQMelbourne, Australia

Kite Recruitment Group

Kite Recruitment Group is a Melbourne based recruitment specialist established in 2023 that partners with businesses across Australia to deliver talent solutions for manufacturing, supply chain, fast moving consumer goods, transport and logistics, and skilled trades. As a boutique team, Kite focuses on practical, fast, and quality delivery across permanent, contract, and temporary hiring, combining sector knowledge with hands on search to connect production, maintenance, operations, warehousing, planning, procurement, and transport professionals with employers from growing SMEs to national enterprises. The firm maps local talent markets, proactively networks across shop floors and distribution centers, and maintains curated candidate communities spanning trades, technicians, supervisors, schedulers, planners, coordinators, and frontline and middle management. Clients engage Kite to fill single niche roles or build entire teams during periods of expansion, new site launches, seasonal demand peaks, and transformation programs, confident in a process that balances speed with rigor through targeted sourcing, competency based screening, and transparent communication. Candidates value the straightforward guidance, market insight, and feedback that help them navigate opportunities safely and confidentially, whether they are seeking stable permanent careers or flexible contract assignments. With Melbourne roots and Australia wide reach, Kite understands the demands of safety, compliance, shift environments, and time critical service levels that define industrial and logistics operations, and tailors shortlists and onboarding timelines accordingly. By aligning hiring plans with production schedules and logistics cycles, Kite enables clients to reduce downtime, improve fill rates, and strengthen retention. The group brings a collaborative, results oriented approach grounded in responsiveness and accountability, aiming to become a long term partner of choice for employers and professionals in manufacturing, FMCG, and transport and logistics.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingTemporary StaffingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseSupply Chain ManagementFreight ForwardingAirlines & Aviation

HQMelbourne, Australia

Construction Headhunters

Construction Headhunters is a specialist recruitment and executive search firm dedicated to Australias construction sector. Headquartered in Melbourne with a presence in Sydney, the agency was founded in 2018 and is built by former construction professionals who each bring more than a decade of on site and management experience to every search. This hands on background underpins a consultative approach that aligns hiring briefs with the realities of project delivery, safety, budgets, and timelines. The firm delivers permanent recruitment, contract and interim solutions, and targeted executive search across building construction, civil infrastructure, engineering, building services, and health and safety disciplines. Leveraging a continually refreshed network and modern recruitment technology, Construction Headhunters maps hard to find talent across Melbourne and Sydney and proactively engages passive candidates for roles that require niche skill sets. Typical mandates span project managers, site managers, supervisors, estimators, contract administrators, design and project engineers, architects, HSE professionals, and skilled tradespeople. For employers, the team runs a calibrated process from discovery and role scoping through shortlisting, structured interviewing, referencing, and post placement support, with a focus on sending only qualified, job ready candidates who fit both capability requirements and company culture. For candidates, they provide practical guidance shaped by real site experience, including resume advice, interview preparation, and access to career opportunities with reputable builders, contractors, developers, and building services providers. The firm partners with organizations of all sizes, from tier one contractors to specialist subcontractors and SMEs, across commercial, residential, and civil projects. Known for straight talking communication, integrity, and repeatable delivery, Construction Headhunters positions itself as a long term talent partner that reduces hiring risk and time to fill while lifting workforce quality for clients operating in one of Australias most demanding industries.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionInterior DesignConstruction & Skilled TradesEngineering

HQMelbourne, Australia

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