Mining Recruitment Officer – Skilled Trades & Shutdowns

Wisely; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Wisely Group is seeking a Recruitment Officer or an aspiring recruiter to support high-volume labour mobilisation for mining maintenance contracts and major shutdowns. You will partner with operations and site teams to source, screen, interview, and mobilise skilled trades across CHPP maintenance, HME, and LV workshops.

Ideal candidates bring mining, industrial, or trade recruitment experience, remain organised under pressure, and uphold safety and compliance in all candidate records.

Qualifications

• Recruitment experience in mining, industrial or trade environments.
• Experience delivering high-volume labour mobilisation in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Structured approach to candidate records and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Recruit skilled trades including Heavy Diesel Fitters, Light Vehicle Fitters, Boilermakers, Mechanical Fitters, Servicemen, and Riggers.
• Support recruitment across HME and LV workshops, CHPP maintenance, and shutdown works.
• Source, screen, and engage candidates; prepare and post advertisements.
• Conduct interviews and reference checks; build and maintain talent pools.
• Maintain accurate, compliant candidate records.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Mining industry experience

High-volume recruitment

Communication skills

Organised and disciplined

Safety/compliance documentation

Job description

Wisely Group is seeking a Recruitment Officer or an aspiring recruiter to support high-volume labour mobilisation for mining maintenance contracts and major shutdowns. You will partner with operations and site teams to source, screen, interview, and mobilise skilled trades across CHPP maintenance, HME, and LV workshops.

Ideal candidates bring mining, industrial, or trade recruitment experience, remain organised under pressure, and uphold safety and compliance in all candidate records.