Recruitment
Find, attract and keep the skilled people your manufacturing business needs — from the shop floor to the management team.
A bad hire costs far more than the wage
Skilled staff are one of the hardest things to find in manufacturing right now. Roles sit open for months, production is stretched, and the pressure to just hire someone leads to expensive mistakes. A bad hire costs you in wasted wages, lost productivity, the time your best people spend covering and re-training, and the hit to morale when it doesn't work out.
Generic recruiters who've never set foot in a workshop struggle here — they can't tell a genuinely capable candidate from a good talker, and they don't understand what the role actually demands. We recruit specifically for manufacturers, screening for the practical skills, reliability and attitude that matter on the floor.
of Australian trades occupations were in national shortage in 2023 — with metal fitters and machinists among the hardest roles to fill.
What is a bad hire really costing you?
The wage is only the start. Adjust the figures below to see the true cost over the first three months — then decide whether getting it right the first time is worth it.
Your numbers
Edit any field — the estimate updates instantly.
Our recruitment fees start well below this. That's the point.
Estimates only, based on the figures you enter — every business is different. Use it as a guide to the real cost of getting a hire wrong.
From the floor to the front office
Trade & skilled
Welders, fabricators, machinists, fitters and other skilled trades.
Technical
Engineers, estimators, drafters and quality roles.
Operational
Production, warehouse, logistics and support staff.
Leadership
Supervisors, managers and key office roles.
How we find the right person
Thorough screening so you interview a genuine shortlist, not a pile of unsuitable CVs.
Scope the role
We work with you to define what the role really needs — the skills, the ticket, and just as importantly the attitude and fit.
Source & attract
Targeted advertising and active sourcing to reach the right candidates, including those not actively looking.
Screen & shortlist
We screen for practical capability, reliability and fit — so you only meet people genuinely worth your time.
Interview & select
We support the interview and selection process and help you make a confident, well-informed decision.
Onboard & retain
Advice on onboarding and retention so your new hire settles in, performs and stays.
Why it's worth doing properly
Better hires
People with the right skills and attitude who actually perform — screened by people who know the work.
Less of your time
We do the sourcing and screening; you spend your time only on candidates worth meeting.
People who stay
Better fit and onboarding means lower turnover and less time back at square one.
Simple, transparent recruitment pricing
Fixed fees with no surprises — choose the level of support your role needs. All prices exclude GST.
| Features | Candidate Screening OnlyAny salary | Workforce RecruitmentUp to $100,000 | Technical Recruitment$100,000 – $150,000 | Leadership Recruitment$150,000+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sourcing & Advertising | ||||
| Position description development | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Job advertisement creation | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Candidate sourcing | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Screening & Selection | ||||
| Resume screening | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Phone screening | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Interview coordination | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Candidate shortlist | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reference checking | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Behavioural interview / DISC profile | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Leadership assessment | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Terms | ||||
| Replacement guarantee | No guarantee | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months |
| Campaign duration | 30 days | 30 days | 30 days | 30 days |
| Upfront payment | $2,500 + GST | $1,000 + GST | $1,200 + GST | $2,000 + GST |
| Successful placement fee | N/A | $3,000 + GST | $4,800 + GST | $6,000 + GST |
| Enquire | Enquire | Enquire | Enquire | |
Not sure which level fits your role? Book a quick call and we'll point you to the right option.
Recruitment FAQs
What roles do you recruit for?
Across manufacturing — trade and skilled, technical, operational and leadership roles. If you're not sure whether we cover a particular position, just ask.
How is this different from a general recruiter?
We understand the work. We know what separates a capable tradesperson from someone who interviews well, and we screen for it — so your shortlist is genuinely fit for the job.
How long does it take to fill a role?
It depends on the role and the market, but we move quickly once the brief is clear. We'll give you a realistic expectation upfront rather than over-promise.
What are your fees?
Our recruitment pricing is fixed and transparent — see the pricing table above. There's an upfront payment plus a successful placement fee that varies by the level of role, and workforce, technical and leadership placements include a 3-month replacement guarantee.