Talent Acquisition Coordinator - 6 Month contract

PWR; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wheels Diner & Onsite Gym

Uniforms

50% OFF all PWR products

Job summary

PWR is expanding its Australian team and seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner for an initial 6‑month fixed term contract. You will own end‑to‑end recruitment for engineering, aerospace & defence, advanced manufacturing and specialist production roles.

Working closely with hiring managers and technical leaders, you will build pipelines, assess capabilities, and manage offers and onboarding while delivering an outstanding candidate experience aligned with PWR's values.

Qualifications

• Experience in talent acquisition, in-house or agency, with a focus on technical recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment across engineering, aerospace & defence, project management and manufacturing roles.
• Partner with leaders to understand workforce needs and develop hiring plans.
• Develop sourcing strategies to engage hard-to-find technical talent.
• Build engineering and technical talent pipelines in Australia.
• Provide market insights and recruitment recommendations to hiring managers.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience aligned with PWR values.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Technical recruitment

Engineering recruitment

Passive candidate sourcing

Stakeholder management

Job description

Engineering The Unfair Advantage, a solution for thermal system requirements. Starting from a father and sons’ vision which turned into a true success story.

PWR has become the leading manufacturer of cutting‑edge automotive cooling products in Australia.

We are a renowned name in top‑tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 650 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stock exchange.

PWR are consistently breaking boundaries, delving into new innovations, and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defence.

With year‑on‑year success we are expanding our team and wanting to attract top talent to help us drive innovation and meet unprecedented demand.

Do you want to embark on a thrilling career? Unleash your potential here, at PWR.

Why Join PWR?

• Wheels Diner & Onsite Gym - A fully catered diner that provides free, fresh and full meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner to keep you well‑fed and hydrated.
• PWR uniforms - Fostering professionalism and community while eliminating the hassle and expense of maintaining a work wardrobe.
• 50% OFF all PWR products - Plus discounts across other automotive suppliers and financial wellbeing programs.
• Latest technology - From a controlled atmosphere brazing furnace, CNC machine shop, to an in‑house wind tunnel.
• Recognition programs - Celebrating outstanding achievements with monetary rewards for Employee of the Year, Apprentice of the Year, and more.
• Thriving and Inclusive Culture - At the heart of PWR is our people. Our company culture promotes inclusiveness, diversity and a place where you can be yourself. We value our team and commit to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment.

About the Role

PWR is entering an exciting phase of growth, with significant investment across our Engineering, Aerospace & Defence, Advanced Technology and Manufacturing teams.

To support this growth, we're looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner to join our Australian team on an initial 6-month fixed term contract. This role will focus primarily on recruiting technical talent across engineering, project management, advanced manufacturing, and specialist production functions.

Working closely with hiring managers and technical leaders, you'll take ownership of end‑to‑end recruitment, helping us attract and secure the talent needed to deliver some of PWR's most exciting projects and future growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with engineering leaders and hiring managers to understand workforce requirements and develop effective hiring plans.

Lead recruitment across engineering, aerospace & defence, technical project management, advanced manufacturing and specialist production roles.

Develop targeted sourcing strategies to identify and engage hard‑to‑find technical talent within the Australian market.

Proactively build pipelines of engineers, project professionals, tradespeople and technical specialists.

Manage end‑to‑end recruitment including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management and onboarding support.

Provide market insights, talent intelligence and recruitment recommendations to support hiring decisions.

Deliver an outstanding candidate experience aligned with PWR's values of Respect, Passion and Teamwork.

Track hiring activity and recruitment metrics to ensure efficient delivery against business priorities.

Support employer branding initiatives aimed at strengthening PWR's reputation within engineering and technical talent communities.

About You

Demonstrated experience in talent acquisition, either in‑house or agency, with a strong focus on technical recruitment.

Proven success recruiting engineering, manufacturing, aerospace & defence, technical trades, project management or industrial roles.

Strong sourcing capability, with confidence identifying and engaging passive candidates.

Experience managing multiple vacancies and competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Ability to build credibility and influence with technical hiring managers and business leaders.

Strong screening and assessment skills, with the confidence to evaluate technical capability and transferable experience.

Highly organised, proactive and solutions‑focused.

Resilient, adaptable and motivated by achieving results.

Why Join PWR?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of the most significant growth periods in PWR's history. You'll help build the engineering and technical capability that drives innovation across motorsport, automotive, aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing while working alongside a passionate and high‑performing team.

PWR is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

All employees will undertake a pre‑employment medical and character check where required.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• What's your expected annual base salary?