Based in Waterloo NSW or Bayswater VIC, this is an opportunity to take your recruitment experience into a niche industry supporting essential operational services across Australia. You'll be part of the wider People Team, working closely with operational leaders and supported by our Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner.
You'll work in a down-to-earth environment where your contribution is valued, and you're trusted to make the role your own. The role offers the independence to build strong relationships, introduce new approaches and grow with the business.
About the role
Lead end-to-end recruitment for the field-based, trade, technical and operational roles that keep our business moving. From job briefing through to offer, you'll connect great people with unique opportunities across Australia and help shape how we attract talent.
Key responsibilities include:
Work with operational leaders nationally to understand current and future workforce needs, role requirements and recruitment timeframes
Advise hiring managers on candidate availability, market conditions, sourcing options and salary expectations
Create engaging job adverts and proactively source candidates through a range of channels
Assess and screen candidates, prepare shortlists and coordinate interviews, pre-employment requirements and offers
Keep candidates and hiring managers informed while maintaining timely, fair, consistent and accurate recruitment processes
About you
A minimum of
three years' end-to-end recruitment experience
Experience recruiting in a
trade, construction, utilities, infrastructure or similar operational environment
Ability to manage multiple vacancies and changing priorities




Confidence partnering with operational managers and providing practical recruitment advice
Strong attention to detail across candidate assessment, recruitment records and pre-employment compliance
Sound knowledge of Contemporary Awards and Enterprise Agreements, including classifications, pay structures and entitlements, will be highly regarded
Why Join Us
Permanent, full-time Monday-to-Friday role
plus the opportunity to explore hybrid working once established
$85,000–$105,000 + superannuation
, depending on experience, plus eligibility for a bonus of up to
10% of your base salary
Two office locations—Waterloo, NSW or Bayswater, VIC
—with
onsite parking
at Bayswater and free street parking within a short walk of Waterloo.
The
opportunity to improve recruitment processes
and introduce better ways of working
The chance to
work closely with senior leaders
and contribute to recruitment and workforce planning
A
friendly, social office culture
with morning teas, team BBQs, celebrations and fundraising activities
Ongoing support and development
as you grow with the business
Access to our
Employee Assistance Program and employee benefits
Who are Active?
Active is a family-owned Australian company and the country's largest provider of arboriculture and vegetation management services. We work with governments, councils, and utilities across Australia to help keep communities safe and connected.
What makes Active different is our focus on people. We offer ongoing learning, career development and real opportunities to grow your skills and build a long-term career with us.
Check out our team member stories on our website
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📌 Recruitment Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 Active Tree Services
📍 Melbourne