ABOUT
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Our mission is to connect skilled tradespeople with leading employers while ensuring their safety and well-being
We strive to be a trusted partner to both candidates and clients, delivering personalised and reliable labour hire solutions that drive mutual success.
Through our dedication to continuous growth, collaboration, and having a positive mindset along the way, we aim to reshape the recruitment experience, making it both rewarding and enjoyable for all parties involved.
OUR VALUES
Continuous Growth
We embrace a culture of constant improvement, fostering an environment that encourages growth and the personal and professional development for our team members and clients alike.
Integrity
We conduct our business with honesty, transparency, and ethical practices, building trust and strong relationships with our clients, candidates, and partners.
Positive Mindset
We foster a positive and enjoyable work environment, where laughter, celebration, and a sense of humour are valued. We believe that work can and should be fulfilling and enjoyable.
Safety First
We prioritise the safety and well-being of our team and the workforce we serve. We are committed to providing a safe environment, promoting safety awareness, and upholding industry best practices.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration. By working together, we achieve greater success, harnessing diverse perspectives, and leveraging the strengths of each team member and client.
OUR DIRECTORS
JEFF EARNSHAW-SMITH
Managing Director and Founder
Jeff has been working in the Australian and South East Asian markets for over 20 years, specialising in the recruitment, HR consulting, mining, engineering and construction/maintenance sectors.
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With over 15 years’ experience in the recruitment industry alone, Jeff’s industry knowledge makes him a leading expert in the field. Jeff’s expertise in recruitment includes various successful management roles within several global leading recruitment agencies. Jeff is now Managing Director and Founder of Engineering Trades Australia
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Jeff is a valued professional with a sound understanding of what recruitment involves. His expertise in both the Engineering and Recruitment sectors is vast and detailed, so you know each job requirement is met to the highest standard.
ROSS DONNELLY
Director and Founder
Ross has a wealth of experience in Australian based recruitment, having worked in the industry for over 20 years he is now a Director of Engineering Trades Australia.
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Ross has previously worked in national and WA based management positions for well-known global organisations and smaller boutique companies, where he specialised in engineering, infrastructure, construction and property recruitment.
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Ross has a proven track record of establishing and fostering strong relationships with companies of all types and sizes. Skilled in creating, developing and executing effective sourcing strategies, Ross has delivered results sourcing staff across a wide range of technical roles through to Labour Hire for various project sizes.
NOT JUST ANY TRADESMAN
We understand that not all engineering tradespeople are the same. Workshops, fixed plant, mobile plant, fabrication, shutdowns, on-going maintenance – the list goes on. We get that your temporary contractor needs will vary from assignment-to-assignment, so we have ready candidates for your varied needs.
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Our workforce is tried and tested, inducted to major mine sites with current medicals on file to ensure contractors can be mobilised at short notice.
OUR METHODOLOGY
The recruitment methodology we use is built and developed around the engineering trades industry rather than a generic recruitment template.
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Our innovative system allows us to capture the information required to match the skills and experience of our workforce with your company’s needs. It is far more advanced than traditional profiling tools and is tailored to the engineering trades industry.