About Brunel

Brunel is a global workforce solutions and recruitment company, connecting skilled professionals with leading organisations across mining, energy, renewables, infrastructure, life sciences and future industries. With operations in more than 40 countries and a solid presence across Australia, we partner with some of the world’s most recognised companies to deliver exceptional talent solutions.

Due to continued growth, we’re looking for a driven blue-collar Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead and expand our Mechanical Trades desk, working with established clients while building a strong pipeline of skilled mechanical trades professionals across Western Australia.

About the Role

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process across a portfolio of blue-collar and mechanical trades roles, primarily within the mining and resources industry. Working closely with clients, site-based hiring managers and candidates, you will identify, engage and secure high-calibre trades talent while delivering an exceptional recruitment experience.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on candidate sourcing across the trades market, building robust networks within blue-collar industries, and thriving in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where strong relationships and delivery focus are key

Key Responsibilities

- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from job briefing through to placement.
- Source and engage high-quality candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, SEEK Talent Search, internal databases and networking.
- Conduct candidate interviews and assess technical capability, experience and cultural fit.




- Develop and maintain strong talent pipelines across key industries and disciplines.
- Build lasting relationships with candidates and provide an outstanding candidate experience.
- Partner with clients and hiring managers to understand workforce requirements and provide recruitment advice.
- Prepare candidate profiles, coordinate interviews, negotiate offers and manage onboarding.
- Maintain accurate records within the Applicant Tracking System.
- Monitor recruitment activity and provide regular reporting on pipeline and hiring metrics.
- Represent Brunel at networking events, industry functions and careers expos where required.

About You

- Previous experience in agency recruitment or talent acquisition.
- Previous experience recruiting skilled trades for Mining and/or Energy
- Experience managing multiple vacancies simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
- Strong sourcing and headhunting capability using a wide range of recruitment platforms.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
- A proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach to recruitment.

Why Join Brunel?

- Join a globally recognised recruitment and workforce solutions business.




- Work with leading clients across Australia’s resources, energy and infrastructure sectors.
- Access ongoing training, mentoring and career development opportunities.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for progression.
- Competitive salary, performance incentives and employee benefits.
- Modern Perth CBD office with a flexible and inclusive working environment.

What We Offer

- Hybrid working arrangements, including 2 days working from home each week.
- Modern Osborne Park offices with a welcoming and collaborative team environment.
- A genuinely supportive leadership team committed to your development and career growth.
- A high-performing national recruitment team that works hard, celebrates success and enjoys having fun along the way.
- Opportunities to make a real impact within a national business that continues to grow.
- Access to a range of employee benefits and discounts with hundreds of leading retailers.

About Us

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📌 Talent Acquisition Specialist (Perth)
🏢 Brunel
📍 Perth