People Panel - Phase 1 Search Tool

At Oceans, we excel in executive search, board appointments, and interim assignments, offering a comprehensive solution for your critical leadership needs. Our seasoned consultants bring deep sector knowledge and functional expertise to every engagement, ensuring we find the perfect fit for your organisation.

We start by immersing ourselves in your business challenges, culture, and vision. This understanding, combined with our rigorous search methodology and cutting-edge technology, allows us to uncover top-tier talent, including new-to-market and emerging executives.  Our extensive track record encompasses Board, Director, C-suite, and General Management appointments, including roles such as Chairs, CEOs, CFOs, and other senior positions. For immediate needs, our interim assignments team provides rapid access to highly skilled professionals who can make an instant impact. This flexible solution offers greater control over headcount and budgets while providing specialised expertise for transformations, projects, or strategic implementations.  

Choose Oceans Group for unparalleled talent acquisition. We guarantee that your next appointment, whether permanent or interim, will have maximum impact on your business success. Partner with us to elevate your leadership and drive your organisation forward.

Omera Partners is an Australian owned executive search firm, specialising in executive, interim and non-executive appointments. As subject matter experts, we have a strong track record in assisting public sector organisations who are market facing, with significant commercial drivers and customer focus.

Omera Partners' Board Practice is operationally distinct from our Interim and Executive Search Practice.

Our dedicated Board Practice conducts successful Board Searches across all sectors, providing our clients with the greatest access to qualified talent both in the direct and adjacent sectors. We focus on emerging and established talent, searching beyond the traditional networks, focusing on diversity and innovative leaders.

As a contemporary brand and a more progressive alternative to the traditional search firms, our reputation is paramount.  We approach each search with passion and we invest heavily in relationships by providing IP and current market commentary to our clients.

We are conscious of our role as your brand ambassador. Whilst our track record of successful appointments reflects the effectiveness of our search capability, our success is also due to ensuring that the integrity of our client's brand is maintained through the sensitive and respectful management of candidates and their experience of the search process.

Pinpoint Talent is a 100% Australian owned organisation, with more than 9 year’s experience in providing quality candidates for contingent & permanent opportunities to a range of federal government, state government & private sector clients.

Our approach is about quality & value for money. Our clients come back to us for the level of service we provide & our candidate feedback, verified independently, is that we are one of the best agencies to work with providing a strong focus on candidate care. We provide our federal government clients:

• With well vetted & proven candidates for specific job vacancies
• Market intelligence advice – key market insights including areas such as job/skill market movement, candidate availability & market rates
• Single point contact account management - A key account manager acts as the designated supplier contact.

With offices in Sydney, Brisbane, & Canberra our talented staff work to identify & secure the best talent via our established networks.

We have a dedicated team of existing employees to service our federal government clients. They are all highly experienced in recruiting for government & have recruited specifically for federal government clients over the last nine years. The combined experience of our team is over 50 years.

The HardyGroup brings over 35 years of experience in recruiting to public sector executive positions. Our business model integrates both Executive Search and Leadership Development, allowing us to foster enduring relationships with clients and candidates throughout their careers and evolving business needs. This deep understanding of the challenges in talent attraction, development, and retention, coupled with our proven methodology, ensures exceptional outcomes.

We recognise the unique challenges faced by public sector agencies, often necessitating individuals with specialised skill sets and experiences. Our consultants, many of whom have served at chief executive and senior executive levels, possess industry-specific networks and practical experience in similar roles. Complementing this is our extensive database of over 30,000 senior executives.

Our results speak for themselves. We consistently achieve net promoter scores above industry averages and maintain a 96% successful appointment rate, underscoring our ability to deliver high-calibre results.

“HardyGroup has a fantastic understanding of our requirements and partners well - the reach for candidates, the ability to adopt the process for our government requirements – HardyGroup provides a great service”. Quote from a HardyGroup Government client.

Since 2005, award-winning face2face Recruitment has been providing detailed, quality and dynamic services to Australian Government across the country (national, regional, rural, remote).

An Australian female owned and operated SME, face2face provides end-to-end general recruitment, expert/specialised recruitment, candidate sourcing services, executive recruitment and scribing. We work across all government sectors at all APS levels, including SES. face2face recruits for single positions, bulk recruitment assignments covering ongoing, non-ongoing and contract placements. We have placed 7,500+ candidates.

face2face’s strategic client partnership model and 15-step methodology—quickly tailored to client needs—ensure the best candidates for positions based on APS values, code of conduct and merit principles.

Capabilities/strengths of our highly experienced, educated team of Account Managers and Recruitment Support personnel enable agile, creative and responsive support. We operate quickly and accurately and are backed by our e-recruitment software.

BENEFITS

•  source quality candidates in tight markets
• identify candidates potentially overlooked but who have the right skills
• support candidates to refine resumes by showcasing relevant experience, transferable skills, hard and soft skills and cultural fit
• support clients to meet critical diversity targets through innovative approaches.

Over 7,200 people visit our website monthly and our current national database of 90,000+ candidates grows by 2,000+ monthly.

HiTech (www.hitechaust.com) is a leading ASX-listed Australian contracting and consulting firm with over 30 years’ experience providing both permanent and labour hire staff to government and private sector clients. As a Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) member, HiTech manages a robust database of over 400,000 candidates, ensuring the right talent for any project. We find talent for a variety of roles including administration, office support, HR, finance, operational, project management, marketing, communications & public relations.

HiTech's expertise spans multiple domains across all seniority levels from APS1 to SES level 3. We provide General, Executive and Expert/Specialist, Candidate Sourcing recruitment services for a range of skill sets. We cover every region of Australia and work with more than 34 government departments, meaning that the partnering government agencies will be working with HiTech experts in relationship management and finding the highest quality candidates in line with probity and procurement guidelines.

We provide these services using our preferred client model (PCM) of direct stakeholder engagement facilitated by the HiTech Government Supply Team (HGST). The HGST team members are extensively trained and experienced recruitment experts in their field with more than 36 years combined expertise.

Hudson Global Resources (Aust) Pty Ltd has been a long-term partner of Federal Government and now a trusted member of the People Panels for the following:

• General Recruitment (APS 1 – EL2) delivered by a dedicated National Business. 
• Executive Recruitment, Executive Search and Board Search (All SES and Statutory Appointments) delivered by our Hudson Executive business.
• All Scribing Services – delivered by our National Scribing Team.
• Volume Recruitment – delivered by our ScaleUp business.
• Temporary Contractor Recruitment (labour hire) for a range of “in scope” roles – delivered by our dedicated National businesses.

In addition, we offer outsourced talent and business process outsourcing, enabling your organisation to focus on its core functions. Hudson also delivers a comprehensive range of assessments, including cognitive, psychometric, and behavioural testing, along with advertising preparation to attract the most suitable candidates.

Additionally, we offer surge and contact centre support for scalable solutions during peak periods or specific projects that can be completed on time, within budget, and to the required high standards.

Hudson is committed to trusted merit-based recruitment solutions incorporating to diversity, affirmative measures, and recruitability considerations in everything we do ensuring we support our Federal Government clients in achieving their objectives with efficiency and effectiveness.

Drawing on 70 years’ experience in public sector recruitment and the expertise of our recruitment consultants, Drake International supports the complete talent management needs of the Australian Public Service (APS) – spanning APS1 through to Senior Executive Service.

Meticulous in their approach to talent management, our team leverage our established footprint and extensive sourcing channels, to attract some of the most talented candidates in Australia and globally. Our team deliver a service backed by:

•  A strong understanding of APS candidate dynamics
• Experience in managing APS-specific recruitment practices
• Knowledge of how to best represent the employer brand of the APS.

Our approach to recruiting for Government roles focuses on technical requirements, cultural fit, value, diversity and inclusion, compliance, and the long-term retention of the talent we place. We incorporate best practice pre-employment evaluation and our proprietary psychometric assessment, to improve organisational outcomes and talent retention.

Over the years, Drake International has excelled as an agency recruiting high-calibre candidates that match the required skills, knowledge, and attributes of the APS. That is why our comprehensive government recruitment services are guaranteed with a pre-determined replacement period.  

Launch is an Australian-based, ISO 9001:2015 quality assured, multi award-winning SME recruitment firm, supplying first-class talent to the public and private sectors since 2006. 
 

Launch’s specialist consultants provide end-to-end services from job brief to onboarding including but not limited to; advertising, screening, shortlisting, testing, reference checks, interviewing, selection and reporting etc.

Launch has experience providing recruitment of Australian Public Service personnel for ongoing and non-ongoing positions and search activities relating to Executive Search. Launch will ensure recruitment and selection processes meet industry standards and comply in all respects with the principles of merit (including the APS Merit Principle) and equity, RecruitAbility and Affirmative Measures including any meritorious selection process requirements.

We have access to a strong network of security cleared candidates and can service requirements from APS through to SES level bands across Australia. 
 

Launch is a female founded and led, award-winning DEI hiring specialist. We have successfully delivered several meaningful outcomes in this important area for our customers.
 

Our quality assured services, together with the best use of technology, and commitment to innovation, facilitate speed to fill, quality of hire, and ultimately candidate and client satisfaction.

Backed by five decades of experience, HOBAN Recruitment has led the way in supporting Government organisations by providing assistance in both partial and fully managed intakes.

Recognising the evolving landscape within government, HOBAN took proactive measures twenty-five years ago by establishing the first dedicated government recruitment team specialising in Bulk, Graduate, Part Process and Singular roles. This strategic move allowed us to offer the government specialised teams proficient in hiring technology and contemporary hiring practices aligned with merit principles and evidence-based decision-making.

Services:

General Recruitment Services - ongoing and non-ongoing APS1 to EL2, or Entity equivalent. Includes entry level programs e.g. interns, school leavers, graduates and trainees.

Candidate Sourcing Services - Identification and sourcing of highly skilled candidates for an advertised vacancy
Secured Testing

At HOBAN, safeguarding data integrity is of utmost importance. Our testing services exclusively utilise technology housed in Australian Data Centres, equipped with robust encryption capabilities and the ability to store or remove data as needed.
Award Winning Excellence

HOBAN has earned numerous industry awards showcasing our commitment to excellence in Customer Service, Innovation, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Our dedication to delivering exceptional service is externally recognised through these accolades, underscoring our success in meeting and exceeding industry standards.

flxbl has been providing Recruitment and Candidate Sourcing services to the Commonwealth Government since 2019. Our specialist team have over 30 years’ experience recruiting for Commonwealth agencies. 
 

A Canberra-based SME, we operate nationally. Our dedicated consultants undergo extensive industry-leading training, including as specialist recruiters and scribes. We’ve helped run recruitment processes at the APS and EL levels, including for legal, regulatory, human resources, policy, program, project management and a range of generalist and specialist roles. 
 

We have extensive experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including shortlisting, scheduling interviews, scribing, reference checking and drafting selection reports.
Our knowledge of APS merit-based recruitment principles ensures clients’ processes meet requirements and are defensible. 
 

Clients praise our “responsiveness”, “first rate services” and “quality, consistency, and speed”. Our skilled recruiters are recognised for their “professionalism and experience” and ability to provide selection reports of “high standard (that) support the panel’s decision making”. 
 

With candidate sourcing, clients benefit from our extensive database, wide personal networks, and deep understanding of Commonwealth recruitment. We specialise in unearthing passive candidates to feed into recruitment processes.
 

flxbl is a corporate member of RCSA, the recruitment industry’s peak body, and complies with the RCSA’s Code of Professional Conduct.

Goanna Solutions is an Indigenous Australian-owned enterprise specialising in providing staffing solutions and professional IT services across Australia. As a trusted service provider on the People Panel, we deliver a full suite of on-hire, contract and permanent recruitment services, including skilled IT professionals for short-term and long-term projects. Our professional service model is based on expertise built around technology support, business software development, hardware deployments, as well as a range of consulting engagements. Our approach ensures that our clients receive tailored solutions that meet their specific needs. 
 

When partnering with Goanna Solutions you can be sure we focus firstly on delivering high-quality service offering compelling value for money, and we're proud that our business also supports the Commonwealth Government’s Indigenous Procurement Policy objectives. By choosing us, clients can play a vital role in empowering Indigenous communities and promoting economic independence. We are committed to fostering a shared future through increased Indigenous participation in the digital economy. Please visit our website to discover how our services can contribute to your own organisational success while also supporting First Nations people's participation and empowerment in the technology industry

DFP Recruitment Services (DFP) is a national public sector recruitment specialist consultancy led by our all-women Executive Team. 
 

Low Risk Supplier

• Experienced provider under Government panel arrangements
• Long-term Account team
• Quality Accredited ISO 9001:2015

Government Specialist

• Over 30 years operating within complex legislative framework underpinning public sector recruitment 
• Principles of equity and diversity incorporated into our merit-based assessment methodology
• Fulfilling requests for APS1-EL2 ongoing and non-ongoing placements across all job families

Disability Confident Recruiter

• First organisation in Australia to become Disability Confident under Australian Disability Network program

Volume Specialist

• Virtual solutions
• Bulk recruitment
• Entry level programs: interns, school leavers, graduates and trainees
• Experience with Affirmative Measure – Indigenous, Affirmative Measure – Disability and RecruitAbility

Project and Unbundled Specialist

• National Project Teams 
• Project management and Reporting
• eRecruitment System Specialists
• Moderators and Assessors
• Assessment Centres
• Local and national campaigns
• Dedicated Scribe Coordinators
• Quality Scribes experienced in all APS levels
• Assessment Specialists
  • Advise on assessment centre design
  • Develop work samples, group activities
  • Partner with reputable test providers for cognitive, behavioural and psychometric testing

IPA by Synergie t/a IPA Personnel Services is a national staffing solutions provider with a rich 40-year history. We have partnered with many departments and agencies across the Australian Public Service nationally, with a major focus on creating a profound impact to support workforce requirements and participation.

Specialising in permanent (ongoing and non-ongoing engagements), labour hire recruitment, contract staffing, unbundled solutions, and assessment centre recruitment, we partner to support our clients by identifying best-fit talent, increasing diverse workforce participation, creating impact and doing business for good.

IPA has embarked on many recruitment assignments and projects to support APS departments and agencies, as we champion mainstream and diversity employees with their career employment aspirations. Specifically, our diversity solutions have included identified staffing programs for First Nations Australians, those at disadvantage and candidates who identify with a disability.

As our values state, we encourage all to love their work, be human at heart, bend – don’t break, being your biggest cheerleaders and with community at our core. You can read more about our values, our government specialisation and overall capability on our website. Our Federal Government Lead is keen to discuss potential solutions with you and your team.

Established in over 50 years ago, Hays is the largest specialist recruitment company in Australia, with 37 locations across all states and territories. Hays finds permanent jobs for over 13,500 people every year, fills over 65,000 temporary and contract assignments and, at any one time, employs over 19,500 contractors.

Hays has developed an in-depth partnership with the Australian Public Service (APS) over more than 30 years, giving us a thorough understanding of the departments and agencies, key projects, and the corresponding people requirements.

Hays knowledge of the APS values, framework, classifications, work level standards and employment principles give APS’ clients the assurance that Hays can deliver on each of the categories under People Panel Phase 1. We can run your vacancy on your behalf, or assist with labour intensive components such as shortlisting, coordinating interviews, referencing and scribing.

Hays can increase capability and headcount through its extensive network of consultants across the country, as well as a reliable contractor workforce, tapping into specialist skillsets with extensive APS experience to deliver on client requirements. As an example, Hays scribing team consists of a talent pool of over 100+ scribes with a variety of security clearance levels and recruitment systems experience.

Hunter Executive Search Consultants:

We are an Australian owned executive search firm who focuses on identifying, assessing and securing top-tier talent.

Our national team of expert consultants and researchers treat each search uniquely, based on your specific requirements and expectations.

We deliver confidential and tailored results that connect you with candidates who fit into your business.

Connecting you to high-performing, off-market talent through:

Executive Search:
We specialise in identifying individuals whose impact goes beyond their job descriptions, driving growth, innovation and a positive workplace atmosphere.

Board Search: 
We’re committed to identifying and securing high-calibre professionals who not only serve on corporate boards but also drive strategic decision making, instil integrity and contribute to the growth and prosperity of your organisation.

Professional and Technical Search:
Our search scope equips us to distinguish exceptional professionals and pinpoint their exact locations, enabling us to connect your organisation with top-tier talent uniquely tailored to your industry’s intricate needs.

Talent Mapping and Assessment:
We thoroughly assess and prequalify individuals, delivering invaluable insights and market intelligence.

Paxus has over 50 years’ experience supplying technology and digital talent to leading Australian organisations and Federal Government departments. Paxus’ approach to recruitment is aligned to our ISO9001:2015 certified processes, designed to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality candidates to our clients while providing a sophisticated candidate experience.

Paxus has a national footprint, and we work across all sectors and businesses. Our core services include Contract and Permanent Recruitment, Direct Contractor Management, Staff Augmentation and Talent Solutions.

Our Talent Solutions offerings include:

• RPO Solutions – Permanent & Contingent
• Volume Recruitment
• Training Graduate/Intern Programs
• Targeted Diversity Programs
• Bundled: End-to-end
• Recruiter on Demand
• Statement of Work
• Unbundled & On-demand Service: Selection & Assessment Testing (including Psychometric, Cognitive & Behavioural), Candidate Communication, Writing Position Descriptions & Advertisements, Interview Arrangement, Referencing/Background Checks, Onboarding, Market mapping & insights, Scribing.

We can supply Solutions to any department:

• Corporate Services, Policy
• Program, Operations, ICT, Customer
• Service, Intelligence & more

Within our best practice model, we tailor our comprehensive suite of services and activities to best fit your business processes and evolving needs, for seamless delivery

At Karlka Recruiting Group, we understand that having the right people in the right positions is crucial to your organisation's success. As a trusted provider on the Phase 1: Recruitment and Search Services Panel and and/or Phase 2: Labour Hire Services Panel (People Panel), we bring unparalleled expertise in matching skilled candidates with your department's specific needs.

Karlka Recruiting Group is Supply Nation Registered and 51% owned by the Nyiyaparli People, the second oldest community on record in Australia, the Traditional Owners have occupied Nyiyaparli land for at least 41,000 years. Karlka Recruiting Group shares 51% of its profits with the Nyiyaparli People. Karlka Recruiting Group has been a public service specialist since 2014 and has extensive security cleared and not cleared candidate pools across Australia. With your team's changing needs in mind, we maintain a pool of qualified candidates spanning various industry sectors to fill long-term and short-term positions.

By partnering with us, you're investing in a workforce that drives innovation and excellence. Let us help your organisation achieve its goals with our tailored, efficient, and culturally informed labour hire solutions. We’re here to help you build a stronger, more resilient team for the future.

Compas offers comprehensive General Recruitment Services nationwide, bringing over 37 years of experience in supporting the Government sector. With an established presence across all locations, we are well-equipped to meet your recruitment needs efficiently and consistently. Our deep industry expertise has enabled us to refine a recruitment process that combines quality, speed, and reliability, making us a trusted partner for government hiring.

Our robust recruitment approach covers the entire hiring lifecycle—from initial screening and shortlisting to interviewing, selection, and reporting. We also provide supplementary services, including formulating specific position requirements, advertising, and assessment testing to ensure the best candidate matches. At Compas, we leverage a self-optimising recruitment process that continually adapts and improves through feedback loops, carefully monitoring performance, quality, and satisfaction at every stage.

This mature, iterative approach allows us to deliver high-quality results, tailored to each role’s unique requirements, while maintaining speed and consistency across all locations. Let Compas bring its proven experience and dedication to your recruitment needs, ensuring that each hiring decision is informed, efficient, and supported by a commitment to excellence.
 

Kowalski Recruitment is an innovative SME, specialising in recruitment and human resource management, focused on sourcing great talent and providing people-based solutions for the Australian workforce.
 

We have re-engineered the business since its inception in 1997, never deviating from our values of diversity and inclusion where everyone is treated with fairness and respect, as well as family friendly work practices, which are integrated into all our business processes. Innovative technological changes have always been built into and implemented in our strategic business plan.

Our track record includes filling 15,720 on-hired, non-ongoing and ongoing vacancies for Federal government over the past 27 years, our scribing team having supported 9,418 scribing assignments with consistently excellent feedback.

Our areas of specialisation are:

• SES Recruitment
• Scribing Services
• Labour Hire - Temporary (contingent) staffing
• Permanent Recruitment Processes (on-going and non-on-going)
• Recruitment Campaign Management (bulk recruitment rounds)

PageGroup is one of the world’s best-known and well-respected professional recruitment consultancies. We are a leading provider of permanent and temporary recruitment for professionals across a spectrum of roles from junior, mid-level to senior in businesses that range from start-ups to multi-national household brands within both the public and private sectors.

Our team has developed regional expertise from a global platform, offering you the best recruitment solution for your business. We pride ourselves on understanding the local business environment and economy to be able to provide excellent service.
Our tailored services are supported by specialist consultants who work in job and industry disciplines based on their skills, training, qualifications and practical industry knowledge.

We cover all corporate functions and recruit across 25 disciplines within Asia Pacific. Our Australian recruitment specialities include:

• Accounting & Finance
• Banking & Financial Services
• Customer Service
• Digital
• Engineering & Manufacturing
• Executive
• Healthcare & Life Sciences
• Human Resources
• Legal
• Marketing
• Procurement & Supply Chain
• Property & Construction
• Retail & Sourcing
• Sales
• Secretarial & Office Support 
• Technology

Kennedy*Austin is a small boutique executive search and recruitment firm (part of Vass International P/L).  Although our firm is small, we have a combined experience working within large executive search firms for over 40 years. We have conducted various executive searches and advertised recruitment assignments at senior level for private and public sector organisations.  Our reputation is based on our strong, unwavering and sustained commitment to ensure clients are delighted with the outcome.  We offer flexibility and agility to refine our services to meet the specific needs of our clients.  Our network of contacts is diverse and extensive, including our strong indigenous networks. Our ability to increase the quality of candidate pools is always our priority.  Diversity and inclusion is part of everything we do. We generally deliver equal representation of male and female executives on short lists.  Use Kennedy*Austin for senior executive roles and the difficult recruitment assignments.

Connect3i is an Australian veteran owned small business providing talent acquisition, recruitment and candidate selection services to government and industry. We have proven experience in successfully delivering outcomes for government in:

• Permanent and non-ongoing candidate placements.
• Designing and delivering bulk recruitment campaigns, including end to end recruitment delivery support.
• Designing tailored, fit for purpose assessment methodologies.
• Designing and facilitating government assessment centres.
• Using data and market intelligence to design talent acquisition strategies.
• Optimising government recruitment functions to address workforce challenges of today.
• Scribing and interview support.
• Pre-employment screening.

What sets Connect3i apart from other recruitment agencies is that we integrate or workforce consulting business capability to deliver more value for money for our clients.

KLC Recruitment is an established human resources and recruitment company specialising in connecting talented individuals with leading organisations across various industries. With a strong commitment to understanding the unique needs of both clients and candidates, KLC Recruitment employs a tailored approach to the hiring process. Our team of experienced recruiters utilise innovative strategies and advanced technology to identify, attract, and retain top talent.

We focus on building long-term relationships, ensuring that they not only fill positions but also contribute to the overall growth and success of the businesses they serve. KLC Recruitment offers a comprehensive range of services, including executive search, temporary staffing, and permanent placements, catering to diverse sectors such as government, finance and healthcare.  To compliment this, we also provide portion recruitment such as screening, scribing and reference checking.

By prioritising candidate experience and employer branding, KLC Recruitment helps organisations enhance their workforce and achieve their strategic objectives. Our expertise in market trends and industry insights allows us to provide valuable guidance to both job seekers and employers. Overall, KLC Recruitment stands out as a trusted partner in the HR and recruitment landscape, dedicated to fostering successful employment relationships and driving organisational excellence.

Windsor Group is a Brisbane based SME specialising in human resources and recruitment for the government, commercial, and nonprofit sectors. With over 25 years of experience we have established a strong reputation for our robust recruitment processes, comprehensive database, and professional representation of our clients. Our long-lasting relationships with clients are built on trust, respect, and commitment from our talented team.
As a pre-qualified ethical supplier and profit-for-purpose organisation, we tailor our expertise to provide personalised, responsive services that meet your staffing needs. Our flexible approach ensures sustainable, value-for-money solutions.

We have a proven track record in the supply of labour hire staff, Recruitment and Search Services for Expert/Specialised Roles and Permanent Candidate Sourcing. We deliver labour hire staff in crisis and emergency relief as well as community recovery, working alongside our clients in metropolitan and regional areas. Our team leverages our extensive connections across people and like-minded organisations striving to deliver similar social outcomes.

At the heart of our operations is a commitment to ethical and inclusive practices. We prioritise merit-based recruitment, ensuring culturally unbiased and inclusive decisions. Windsor Group works in partnership with you to achieve the best placement outcomes, reflecting our dedication to excellence in service delivery.

Universe is an Australian SME providing recruitment, executive search and diversity and inclusion services to government and private sector organisations nationally. Our data driven; diversity focused approach sets us apart from the competition and ensures our clients identify and appoint top talent.  

Our key differentiators:

• Government Specialist: We have extensive experience managing recruitment for Federal and State / Territory Government departments and agencies. We live and breathe merit-based selection and understand the nuances of running government recruitment processes. 
• Experience: Each assignment is led by a Director with over 15 years experience, ensuring every client project benefits from our extensive industry knowledge and skills. 
• Data Driven Search – We leave no stone unturned in our quest to find you the best talent whilst ensuring adherence to merit principles. Our approach seeks to target both active and passive candidate pools, ensuring we identify prospects that fit your requirements that may otherwise be overlooked by relying on traditional recruitment methods (like advertising) alone. We also provide invaluable data to help you identify key trends and make informed hiring decisions.  
• Diversity - We are passionate advocates for diversity and we ensure that every assignment targets an even gender split throughout the process.

Calleo is a resourcing business committed to partnering on people solutions

About
From individual contractors to teams of 50, we specialise in providing skilled business services professionals. The Calleo group has secured more than 1100 resources for clients across Australia, 650 of these for Government Departments, with more than 85% of contractors holding active AGSVA security clearances.

Our Team
With more than 250 years of combined resourcing experience, we’ve built a strong reputation for our relationship-based approach and our successful delivery has led to repeat business.

Our Expertise
Operating nationally, Calleo provides more than 250 contractors to clients across Australia. As a values-led business, our flexible approach allows us to tailor resourcing solutions to meet our client’s needs.

Our Capability
Through regular scrums, our delivery team collaborates to pair the best opportunity with the most suitable candidates which has allowed us to successfully deliver a range of roles including:

• Procurement Officers
• Commercial Managers
• Audit and Contract Managers
• Asset and Facility Managers
• Administrative Related Roles
• Policy and Strategy Roles
• Accounting and Finance Roles
• Medical and Allied Health Roles

In addition to our Reconciliation Action Plan, Calleo was awarded the 2022 APSCO Corporate Social Responsibility Award.

CBR Recruitment is a leading Recruitment and Human Resources (HR) company dedicated to supporting the Australian Public Service (APS) with specialist recruitment, ongoing, non-ongoing recruitment, expert scribing.

With an intricate knowledge of the APS, our team of degree-qualified HR specialists brings extensive experience and we expertly manage the complexities of your recruitment process. Our goal is to support the effectiveness and performance of the public service now and into the future, through delivering recruitment solutions that strengthen public sector teams and achieve lasting outcomes.

CBR Recruitment is an SME and we are fully conversant with merit selection principles, APS values, and the Integrated Leadership System.
Services under People Panel Phase 1 include:

• Scribing, shortlisting and bulk recruitment management
• Ongoing, and non-ongoing recruitment from APS1 – EL2 levels
• General recruitment services APS1 – EL2
• Expert, specialised role recruitment services – talent sourcing
• Candidate sourcing services for an advertised vacancy at any level.

In the complex landscape of federal recruitment, finding the right talent isn’t just about qualifications—it’s about aligning with mission-critical goals and navigating the unique challenges of the public sector. Elliott Gray, a women-owned SME, is uniquely equipped to partner with federal agencies to streamline and enhance your hiring processes.

Our Federal Recruitment Edge:

Specialised Expertise: Our team has extensive experience working within federal frameworks. Specialists in corporate support; HR; procurement; contract management; marketing and communications; and policy and programme.

Tailored Solutions: We customise our recruitment strategies and understand unique job requirements.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Our recruitment approach ensures a broad and inclusive talent pool.

Innovative and Efficient Processes: Utilising advanced technology and data-driven insights, we streamline the recruitment process. Our methodologies help us identify top talent efficiently, saving you time and resources.

Dedicated Support and Compliance: We provide comprehensive support, including navigating the panel requirements. Our commitment to transparency and integrity ensures a seamless and compliant hiring experience.

By choosing us, you are meeting the commitment made to increase engagement with SME in the procurement of recruitment services. Let us help you build a team that drives your agency’s mission forward. 

WilsonBrown is a boutique executive search and recruitment company with deep experience in the communication, corporate affairs, stakeholder engagement and Government relations across the corporate and Government sectors.

We work with:

• Australian Federal Government, NSW Government Departments and Agencies 
• Corporates – Listed and Un-Listed
• Multinationals
• State Owned Corporations
• Not for Profits
• Membership Organisations
• Associations
• Consultancies

WilsonBrown has a robust search and selection and reporting process for our clients and candidates. We collaborate with you to understand your requirements for a role based on skills and cultural fit. We use our experience, extensive networks for a successful outcome.

The team at WilsonBrown are constantly researching the market and connecting with new candidates.
We have an in-depth knowledge and practical experience in the marketing and communication and stakeholder engagement functions due our careers.
Working with WilsonBrown is a partnership. If we don’t know a candidate professionally, we will know someone who does. We are not just another agency who shuffles candidates around and recycles shortlists.

WilsonBrown is constantly researching, talking to industry, attending events, meeting with referred candidates and engaging with our advisors to ensure our market knowledge is current.
We work until we find the right person for you.

The Insight Group, established in 1994, is one of Australia’s leading Board Search and Talent Advisory firms. With over three decades of experience, we’ve successfully supported organisations across the corporate, education, not-for-profit, and private sectors with their recruitment needs. We’ve also partnered extensively with all levels of government, particularly the federal government, in recruiting CEOs, board members, and members for statutory authorities.

Our approach is unique. All assignments are Director-led, ensuring deep client engagement and hands-on, professional execution. We focus on making the process simple and removing risk, providing our clients peace of mind. We foster outstanding relationships by adopting a partnership-style approach that focuses on what truly matters to our clients, delivering superior personal service through open and honest communication.

We also prioritise inclusion, diversity, and sustainability in every aspect of our work. Our commitment to candidates is defined by respect, support, and transparency. Working exclusively on a retained basis, we dedicate the full resources of our research and consulting team to each recruitment project. Our team of talented, highly experienced professionals brings deep expertise in senior management and board search across a wide range of sectors. This collaborative, non-commission approach ensures first-class, inclusive, and sustainable outcomes for our clients and candidates alike.

We offer a front-line team of experienced company directors, senior consultants and research staff who possess specialist knowledge across a variety of industries. With over 50 years’ experience, Beilby Downing Teal is your expert for executive search, professional recruitment and outsourced recruitment support services.

Beilby Downing Teal merges the experience and knowledge of over 50 years in the recruitment industry, born from two long-standing, expert executive search and recruitment companies Beilby Recruitment and Downing Teal. We are one of Australia’s largest providers of executive search, professional recruitment and contracting services.
We have extensive experience providing services to government agencies and government corporations and are regular suppliers to State and Federal Government for recruitment and human resource consulting services.

We provide an executive range of recruitment services tailored to top tier roles. Executive search is a specialised recruitment methodology tailored to identify, qualify and assess leading industry executives and professionals regionally, nationally and internationally. Executives of this nature don’t necessarily search job boards or have public profiles. Extensive networks of industry contacts, and intimate knowledge of the industries involved is required. It can also be used for roles with niche skill sets where candidates are not readily available within the market or sensitive, confidential roles.

Davidson is an Australian owned and has been operating since 1991.  With more than 170 employees across offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Darwin, we deliver workforce performance solutions to both public and private organisations throughout Australia.  We have supported Federal, State and Local Government since our inception and one of our highest strategic priorities is growing our relevance and working relationships across the collective arms of Government through brand reputation based on credible delivery. Our consultants understand the complex and multifaceted service delivery the public sector provides to their communities and customers across Australia, and the need for highly effective teams to executive these services
 

Davidson specialise in Government recruitment across a broad range of job families and can assist with recruitment campaigns from Graduate, APS1-APS6, as well as Executive and Board appointments.  We are very experienced in recruiting in the APS and are very familiar with, and adhere to, all the relevant APS guidelines and programs; including those outlined by the Australian Public Sector Commission such as the Recruitability Scheme and the Veterans Employment Scheme.
 

Davidson’s Service Categories:
Category 1a:  General Recruitment
Category 1b:  Executive Recruitment
Category 3:  Candidate Sourcing Services
Category 4:  Board Search Services

Executive Intelligence Group (EIG) was established in 2008 by two of Canberra’s most experienced executive search consultants. Made up of highly experienced individuals with experience at senior levels in both private and public sectors, EIG’s team’s expertise is unparalleled.

Types of recruitment assignments 

Generally, we offer three types of recruitment support:

1.  Executive Search PLUS the full suite of recruitment management support
2. End-to-end recruitment management support
3. Scribing only

Capability

We have completed numerous senior, complex recruitment assignments across government and worked in almost every agency. Specifically, we have managed SES Band 1, SES Band 2 and SES Band 3 recruitment assignments involving thousands of applications and assisted with numerous statutory and Agency heads and other high-level appointments. We are uniquely positioned to manage both bulk recruitment rounds and single or specialist roles including, but not limited to, finance, IT, HR, communications, policy, program, national security, CEOs/equivalent, cyber, security, law enforcement, research, data and corporate. We have an extensive list of specific assignments we have undertaken and can provide these on request.
Repeat clients
 

Importantly, most of our Commonwealth work comes from repeat clients who understand the level of support, advice and market intelligence from EIG is unmatched.

Our credentials.
 

Clicks IT Recruitment has been a top-performing supplier of tech and digital people to the Federal and ACT Governments for over twenty years. We have been a key supplier for ATO since 2018. Our current client list includes a further 30 Departments, Agencies and Statutory Authorities.
 

Over the last five years, we have successfully placed over 500 Canberran IT professionals into executive, ongoing, non-ongoing, permanent and fixed term roles, and facilitated thousands more extensions.

The roles Clicks recruits.
 

We have specialist teams across Project Services & Transformation; Cyber & Security; Cloud & Infrastructure; Software & Application Development; BI, Data & Analytics; and Web & Digital Experience.

Why our clients prefer Clicks:

• Our technical background, which gives us a deep understanding of your requirements, saving time when briefing on new vacancies.
• Our team averages 12.7 years’ recruitment experience, and 7 years’ tenure at Clicks. Clients like the continuity of service, as well as the benefit of our expansive network of loyal IT professionals.
• We take great pride in our results. Our promise to you is consistent commitment and care when sourcing each vacancy to the highest standard.
• Our expertise in building diverse IT teams, supporting gender, cultural, and neurodiversity.

Robert Walters is a trusted talent partner that delivers tailored solutions to Federal Government departments. Our dedicated team, guided by a leading Federal Government expert, offers expertise across all APS job functions, connecting you with the right talent to meet your department’s specific needs.

For Phase 1, we provide hyper-specialist services in General Recruitment (APS-EL2), Executive Recruitment (SES Band 1 to 3 and statutory appointments), and Candidate Sourcing. Our deep understanding of complex governance structures, combined with our expansive national network and global reach, sets us apart. We deliver the top-tier talent your department needs to succeed.

For Phase 2, we empower departments to grow and succeed by harnessing technology to elevate our efficiency and service quality. Our services include Labour Hire, Conversions, Introduction and Placement Services all designed to streamline workforce management and support large-scale efforts. 

Robert Walters offers Scribe Services, managing end to end recruitment including shortlisting, interviews to comprehensive reports. Our experienced Scribes can deliver a streamlined process for every project.

Our deep understanding of departmental needs and strict adherence to APS Merit Principles provide peace of mind when partnering with Robert Walters, while our candidate care and non-commission model ensure the best outcomes for your department.

Directors Australia recruits exclusively for boards, board committees and advisory councils across Australia.

Director specialisation: Our specialised director recruitment service is founded on our strong belief that recruitment of a director – as one person who has to work effectively as part of a cohesive, collective board – requires different considerations to executive recruitment.

Deep understanding of boards: With the value-add of our team’s board advisory expertise, we work across all industries and market sectors including ASX listed companies, Government-owned, private and family companies, APRA regulated institutions and not-for-profit organisations.

Exceptional director networks: Our team draws on our exceptional national networks and our extensive director database to deliver deep and diverse candidate pools. We have cultivated networks Australia-wide in cutting-edge and contemporary industries and fields, including digital technologies, renewable energy, ESG, sustainability, AI, cyber, WH&S and health and well-being.

Outstanding client delivery: Our recruiters are highly experienced (average 20 years each) and have honed expertise in director candidate assessment and the ability to assess director applicants based on merit, skill, capability and diversity.  We pride ourselves on consistently delivering to a high standard. We are aware of potential risks in recruitment processes and have a number of mitigation strategies in place.

For over 65 years, Chandler Macleod have designed and delivered countless recruitment processes and behavioural assessments adopting our BestFit™ methodology.
 

As super-users with HireRoad’s eRecruit product (formerly Acendre) for over 18 years, we have configured and delivered hundreds of processes within many departments’ eRecruit instances, as well as other systems such as SuccessFactors and PageUp. 
 

Our deep understanding of the APS comes from partnering with almost every Federal Government department and agency for bulk / volume and entry-level recruitment. 
 

In FY23 our Graduate & Project team screened over 120,000 applications; conducted over 200,000 skills and psychometric assessments; facilitated 25,000 video interviews; provided assessors and scribes at over 300 days of interviews and assessment centres; and placed 40,000 candidates into merit pools for our Federal Government customers.
 

Since 2018 we have formalised our commitment to reconciliation and providing employment opportunities for First Australians through a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We strongly advocate for diversity candidates, prioritising candidate care and transparency throughout our processes. 
 

We are thoroughly versed and experienced in recruiting talent in line with the APS Act 1999 and ILS Framework. We hold RCSA membership and are fully compliant with relevant legislation, regulations and industrial awards (ISO9001 and ISO45001 certified). 

Randstad’s ambition is to be the world's most equitable and specialised talent company. Our ‘partner for talent’ strategy supports this by focusing on being a partner not only for Commonwealth clients but also for talent themselves.  Randstad’s People Panel Phase 1 specialisations encompass;

• Expert/Specialised Role Recruitment Services 
• Scribing Services
• Candidate Sourcing Services.

With 26 offices nationally, Randstad has localised specialist Federal Government delivery teams who understand their local markets and role specialisations. Our dedicated teams are well positioned to support our clients with any component of the recruitment process via our bundled or unbundled solutions. We have specialist consultants who are trained in permanent government recruitment processes including an understanding of the applicable Recruitment & Selection Directives, Capability Framework methodologies and merit-based selection. Our teams have in-depth knowledge of the APS capability framework & merit principles, ensuring our service delivery is best practice, defensible and compliant.

At Randstad Equity, Diversity & Inclusion are not just words. Randstad has delivered numerous diversity & inclusion programs of work to government organisations including a program to recruit 20 professionals with disability into a range of positions and two Indigenous programs resulting in over 40 Indigenous employees.  Please contact us for more information.

CS Executive Group established in 1988, is an SME Australian Sovereign company with a Five-Star Rating, supported by experienced, long-serving staff for excellence in recruitment (ongoing and non-ongoing placements).

• Phase 1 and Phase 2 –
  • All APS levels
  • EL1 - EL2, SES Bands 1-3 and Expert/Specialised roles
  • S26 transfers
  • Comprehensive recruitment solutions including scribing and part services
• Specialising in regional and specialist hard-to-fill roles, at APS and senior executive levels.
• National database of 80,000+ pre-screened candidates for efficient recruitment and fast turnaround.
• National recruitment coverage with staffed offices in Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.
• Highly qualified recruiters with industry experience in their area of expertise.
• Dedicated and responsive Account Managers with a proven track record in servicing the needs of government agencies since 2004.
• Strong track record in supporting candidate relocations to meet agency needs.
• In-house Security Officer allows us to verify clearances and provide CSIDs, meeting RFQ and Government standards.
• High hiring success rate: 90% of non-ongoing placements transition to permanent.
• Personalised service committed to excellence, agility, and integrity with excellent client and candidate references.

Established in 2015, First People Recruitment Solutions is a majority Aboriginal owned and managed recruitment agency.
 

Supply Nation certified with a head office in Canberra.
 

Our vision is to be recognised as a leading recruitment agency - providing the highest quality services to all levels of government and possessing the deepest and most diverse talent pool of First Nations and non-First Nations professional talent.

Proven experience and an innate understanding of contingent, permanent and non-ongoing recruitment actions, coupled with experience in the requirements of the APS procurement rules and machinations of government.

At Redwolf + Rosch, we bring a fresh approach to recruitment for government agencies, blending innovation and precision to deliver top talent across service categories. We offer a comprehensive range of recruitment services tailored to meet the specific needs of government departments, whether through bundled or unbundled solutions.
Our expertise spans cognitive, psychometric, and behavioural assessment testing, which ensures that each candidate not only meets the technical requirements but also aligns with the values and culture of the public sector. We believe that recruitment in government goes beyond filling roles; it's about selecting individuals who can make a positive impact in critical areas of policy and service delivery.

Redwolf + Rosch is committed to becoming a trusted partner for FedGov agencies, offering a seamless recruitment experience through data-driven insights and rigorous assessment processes. 

We know that by consistently delivering high-calibre candidates who contribute to the strength and diversity of the public workforce, we inspire trust and foster long-term relationships with our clients. Our goal is to support government departments in achieving their objectives with unmatched service and a deep understanding of the unique demands of the public sector. Thank you and we look forward to supporting your success. 

Six Degrees Executive is a privately owned Australian business which was founded 2004. Since then, we have grown organically to over 120 employees across 3 offices (Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane). Our mission is to positively shape the futures of our clients and candidates through our offering of holistic talent solutions. We provide general recruitment, executive search, board search and candidate sourcing services to the Federal Government under this agreement.

Our national office network has specialisation and expertise in the following functional areas: Marketing, Communications/ PR, Accounting & Finance, Technology, Digital, Procurement, Program and Policy, Capital Projects, Engineering & Operations and Executive placements. We have a varied client base and candidate pool which ranges from government (local, state, federal) to commercial organisations– including consumer goods, retail, healthcare, technology, business and professional services, industrial and manufacturing, education and not for profit.

The average tenure of our consulting team is 5 years, and 10 years for our leadership team. We are highly experienced and committed, which ensures the delivery of quality and timely recruitment processes and high touch candidate care.

In addition, we commit to promoting accessibility and inclusion, removing bias, and supporting diversity within our interview and shortlisting processes.

At Employ for Ability, we empower organisations to embrace neurodiversity by coaching workplaces so that neurodivergent individuals can thrive. Specialising in Autism, ADHD, and related neurodivergent conditions, we bring over 50% neurodivergent representation within our team and a commitment to a neuroaffirming approach in everything we do.

Our services include candidate sourcing and affirmative recruitment, specialising in neurodivergent conditions. Through affirmative recruitment, we help you attract, hire, and retain neurodivergent talent, ensuring that your workforce benefits from diverse perspectives and strengths.

We believe in inclusion over segregation, placing neurodivergent employees into mainstream teams with tailored support to help them excel. Partner with Employ for Ability to build a truly inclusive workplace that values and embraces neurodiversity. Together, we can create a work environment that benefits everyone, driving innovation, productivity, and a stronger sense of community within your organisation.

Allygroup – Your Ally in Achieving Outstanding Outcomes
 

With over 15 years of experience as a specialist project management and recruitment law firm, we are dedicated to supporting government operations and understand the unique demands of the public sector. We excel in providing expert recruitment services across critical roles and functions essential to government success.
 

Our Services:

•  Flexible resourcing solutions, including placements and referrals, legal secondments, labour hire, consulting, and project management.
• Rapid team deployment to address backlogs or fulfil urgent needs.
• Tailored recruitment for specialist roles to progress complex work.
   

Our Expertise and Experience Include Sourcing Experts in:

• Legal – all areas of government legal practice
• Privacy and FOI
• Legislative Development and Drafting 
• Policy, Program Delivery, Grants Administration
• Compliance and Risk
• Procurement and Contract Management
• Project Management and Consulting

At Allygroup, our commitment to outcomes and value drives everything we do. Our whole team really cares and works closely with our clients to build trusted and long-standing relationships, ensuring we always connect you with the best candidates and resourcing solutions to meet your needs when you need them most.

Vertical Scope Group (VSG) are an award-winning, above-the-line provider of security cleared Workforce Planning, and Professional Services. Operating nationally, we are a relationships-based company who have supported the Defence and National Intelligence Community (NIC) for over 15 years. We have direct access to over 10,000+ security cleared, and 1,000+ PV consultants who we utilise across our various government and corporate programs. Our recruitment, and consulting services are utilised across all states and territories, and this nationwide capability allows us to assist the Commonwealth, multinational companies and SMEs to achieve remarkable outcomes in short time frames.

VSG are proudly 100% Australian owned and operated with 100% of taxes paid in Australia. As a Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) Level 3 member, we have a 100% security cleared workforce who provide high-tech deliverables for our government and corporate clients. We are a highly compliant company implementing relevant Australian and Global Standards to ensure our services are delivered to the highest standard including Australia Standards AS4811-2020 Employment Screening, AS4811-2022 Workforce Screening, AS4804-2001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, the SFIA Foundation Guidelines for independent/objective assessments, the Australian Public Service (APS) Commission Code of Conduct, and the Australian Human Rights Commissions Guidelines.

For over 28 years, Talent International has been a trusted partner to government agencies across Australia. As a top supplier of specialist talent to government, our strength lies in deep, long-standing relationships with over 50 federal government agencies, complemented by a national presence in all major capital cities, allowing us to source even the most difficult-to-find roles. To date, we have connected government with over 17,000 people.

We deliver across Technology, Accounting and Finance, Administration, Human Resources, Communications, Procurement, Policy and Program, Legal, Senior Executive and more. With over 100 years of combined experience in Canberra alone, our team has the expertise to match the right talent to the right roles, from entry-level to senior executive positions.

We provide comprehensive recruitment solutions, including contract, permanent, and payroll services. Beyond that, we act as advisers to our clients, providing live market intelligence and insights into trends that impact government hiring.  With deep connections, extensive reach and decades of experience, we can support government initiatives at every level, ensuring you have the right professionals to achieve your goals.

Merit Solutions is a Brisbane-based consultancy which has specialised in providing ethical and professional recruitment and selection services for Australian government clients since 1996.  

Our highly qualified team of recruitment consultants and scribes are professionals with strong government people, culture, recruitment and management backgrounds.  All of our team receive internal training in government selection principles ensuring an understanding of merit-based processes which integrate equity and diversity considerations.  While based in Brisbane, we regularly deliver services virtually or can travel throughout Australia if required.

We have a long track record of conducting end-to-end recruitment and search services at all levels and delivering successful outcomes for government and not-for-profit clients. We have an overriding commitment to ethical sourcing and attraction strategies, inclusive recruitment practices, and great candidate care.

We have an outstanding reputation for the provision of high-quality shortlisting, scribing and reporting services including participation as panel member on occasion.  Client feedback references our team’s helpful process advice, reliable and responsive services and high-quality reports.  We have supported more than 8,000 selection advisory committees since our formation in 1996.

We are client-centred, genuinely ethical and committed to a collaborative approach which delivers outcomes.

Organisations are more than their vacancies and candidates are more than their resumes. We put people back into the hiring process.
 

Approach is an Australian owned and operated firm with an established national network of candidates. We are specialists in our markets, with a track record of delivering senior and specialised appointments for some of the largest organisations in Australia. 

Our team at Approach offer the best in practice and process. 
 

The team comprises nine experienced Recruitment Consultants working across Policy, Law, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Administration, Scribing and Property Construction. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and work as a true partner with our clients, providing advice, strategy, operational know-how and market insights. 
 

We practice transparency in our recruitment processes, showing high levels of empathy, respect and professionalism. Our results are delivered through long-standing relationships which have been developed over our combined 50 years in recruitment markets.
 

The APS values and merit requirements, alongside the APS Code of Conduct, serve as guiding principles for our recruitment process. We prioritise impartiality, ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and decisions, ensuring transparency and professionalism throughout the recruitment journey.

Recruitment Hive is a specialist federal government recruitment company based in Canberra. We pride ourselves on transparency, ethical practices, and compliance with legislative mandates. We are a 50% female owned Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) reporting business. We provide Labour Hire recruitment and permanent recruitment for all role functions and levels of security clearances, from Baseline to TSPV. We’ve developed a strong quality process to ensure the consistent delivery of exceptional labour-hire services to federal government organisations across all of Australia.

Reasons to choose Recruitment Hive:

• Fully recognise on-hired workers as our employees
• Pro-actively disclosing our set rate card and banishing opportunistic fee margins
• Established paid Long Service Leave as best practice for long-term federal government labour-hire workers
• Highly experienced recruitment team
• Modern slavery reporting 
• Gender workplace equality reporting
• Employee Assistance Program for all on-hired workers
• Member of ASD Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) Partnership Program
• DISP Membership
• APSCO Membership

We are committed to being market-leaders and driving positive change. We dare to pop the Canberra-bubble through our unique brand of Canberrability™.

PeopleScout APAC is a talent solutions leader who delivers professional, specialist, volume and project-based recruitment to organisations of all sizes and sectors. We have over 10 years onsite recruitment experience with ASIC and have current contracts with Queensland, Victoria and New Zealand governments. We connect clients with the talent they need via the following offerings: 

• End-to-end recruitment services  
• Professional Search (APEX) 
• Talent Advisory (TMP Worldwide)  
• Proprietary ATS/CRM (Springboard Technology) 

Located in Sydney, we support clients nationally, managing recruitment across all role categories including IT, Digital, HR, Finance, Sales, Communications, Contact Centre, Industrial, Construction and Administration. 

All recruitment teams are based in Australia and New Zealand but are support via our Global Delivery Centres, who provide scalability and cost savings delivering on recruitment sourcing, screening and administration services. 

Our Professional Search (APEX) service operates with a highly competitive pricing schedule compared to traditional recruitment agencies and executive search firms, enabled by a methodology that allows the service to be delivered at speed. Important in government, each project is a robust, merit-based selection, with an integrity focus to minimise contestability issues.  

Our talent advisory services include diversity & inclusion strategy, employer branding, recruitment marketing, assessment services and talent acquisition strategy. 

Capital Recruit is a female-owned and Canberra-based recruitment agency with a national reach specialising in corporate recruitment across the APS. As a Small Medium Enterprise (SME), our experienced team comes from a range of professional backgrounds and industries with a passion for living our values of ‘no surprises’, ‘positive outcomes’ and ‘passion for people’. 

As an established business in the recruitment market since 2014, Capital Recruit has developed an excellent reputation which results in consistent positive feedback and regular repeat engagements with clients and candidates. We have built trusted relationships and an extensive database such that our clients look to us for advice and support when building their teams or when seeking their next career move. Our database and candidate sourcing techniques allow us to quickly source and match suitable candidates with roles and teams. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional recruitment services by utilising a transparent and honest approach. 

• SOS Recruitment specialises in sourcing and placing high calibre Labour Hire Workers, Non-ongoing and Ongoing staff in the Commonwealth, State and Territory Governments and non-for profit and private sectors.
• Wholly Australian-owned business established in 1998 with offices in each Capital City and headquarters in Canberra.  
• We are a modern, diverse and inclusive workplace with fair and equitable employment practices and an understanding of the contemporary Australian workforce.
• Highly capable, knowledgeable and experienced team of recruiters.
• No risk service delivery as we strictly adhere to legislation such as the Fair Work Act, Merit-based Selection, Closing
• Loopholes and Same Job Same Pay Bills, Insurances such as Workers’ Compensation, Public Liability, Professional Indemnity and appropriate licensing as a Labour Hire Provider.
• Outstanding relationship management.
• Flexible processes, continuous improvement and adaptable to quickly meet your changing needs.
• Thousands of screened and qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, qualifications, skills and experience that fit the required Service Categories and Job Families from APS 1 – EL 2 which includes, but is not limited to, administration, customer service, finance, communication, procurement.
• Latest technology and highest levels of IT and physical security of information.

Genovate Consulting specialises in the high-quality search, recruitment and placement of only women into roles to help improve gender diversity in the workforce. The importance of creating a gender diverse workforce will significantly contribute to increasing growth, productivity and efficiency.

Genovate is able to consult with your organisation to focus on addressing a crucial aspect - the recruitment of women into specialist, leadership, management and executive positions.   
Through strategic talent management using market mapping, head hunting, referrals and networks we are able to source, identify and present the best female talent in the market both locally and globally.

Our candidates are not only recruited through traditional methods of advertising. Our highly talented research team work with our candidates for a period of time to ensure we are able to meet their expectations and find them the best career role for their lifestyle. We offer a truly consultative, high-quality service to achieve the best outcome possible.

Using a collaborative recruitment process we aim to deliver ensuring both client and candidate are extremely satisfied.

Genovate is passionate about improving gender diversity through strategic talent management and is a one of its kind agency in Australia. 

Charterhouse Recruitment PTY LTD, specialist Government Recruitment Professionals, with a national coverage.

• Broad coverage across: Project Services, Technology, Policy/Comms, HR/Workforce Planning, Ministerial Liaison, Community Engagement, Marketing, Finance
• Niche coverage across: Research, Innovation, Commercialisation, Environmental & Sustainability, Cyber Security, Program Delivery

What sets our team apart is a core group of recruitment professionals with over 50 years combined experience within the Government (Local, State, Federal) and NGO sector. We have both individual and collective candidate networks that contain both active and passive candidates to call upon. Charterhouse Specialist Government Recruitment has talent pools of checked and qualified candidates; e.g., security clearance cleared (Baseline, NV1, NV2), police checks, WWC checks, visa and RTW, etc.

The Charterhouse Specialist Government Recruitment Team was established in 2014. Over a 10+ year period our dedicated group of professionals became the 5th largest supplier to NSW State Government and 2nd largest to VIC Local Government. From here we have built our profile out as an effective supplier to Federal Government, currently partnering with a number of Federal Government departments. In addition, we work with many other Government organisations and NGOs who have relatable process and regulatory requirements. We align with all GSE requirements with hiring.

PERSOLKELLY has over fifty years’ experience nationally in sourcing and placing temporary, contract, max term and permanent staff in technical, professional and business support roles. Our group of businesses recruit, deploy, manage, and maintain a casual workforce of over 15,000 people every day across Australia, and place in excess of 1,500 people every year into Permanent employment. Our approach to personnel recruitment and selection focuses on targeted, cost-effective, and time-efficient strategies to provide you with high-quality candidates that are the best technical and cultural fit. Our comprehensive methodology, tailored for Federal Government requirements to ensure a robust and thorough screening, interview and selection process, across the desired skills and APS, EL, and SES levels. 
 

With PERSOLKELLY, you get the strength and support of an organisation that has successfully been delivering this value across Australia and New Zealand for decades. We are a leading provider of staffing services across Australia and New Zealand, and one of the largest workforce solutions providers in the APAC region.

Whizdom is an Australian owned and operated, award-winning staffing supplier specialising in connecting industry professionals with government agencies and private sector organisations nationwide. With over 18 years of industry experience, our team excels in sourcing security cleared and highly skilled professionals in IT, cybersecurity, project management, business services support and executive roles.

Operating from our Canberra and Sydney offices we deliver a consistent high level of service. As an ISO 9001-certified, Veteran-owned, and operated company, our internal ethos is collaboration not competition. This approach enables us to quickly connect you with highly skilled candidates. We are committed to supporting Veterans transitioning into civilian careers, additionally Whizdom is DISP Certified, and can sponsor security clearances up to NV2.

Whizdom contractors love our Same Day Pay service and best in industry merchandise pack. Through longevity in the market, our candidates have become more like long-term colleagues as we work with them through their careers. Whizdom is known for efficiently matching skilled professionals with contract and permanent roles, across our varied client based.

Work with us to experience recruitment that’s efficient, personalised, and aligned with your goals.

With over 20 years’ experience in Commonwealth appointments, Beaumont&Beaumont are a firm specialising in Executive Search; Board appointments; Recruitment management; and Bulk recruitment. We have deep knowledge and experience in managing and guiding APS recruitment process in accordance with legislative, regulatory and policy requirements. 

We have specialised knowledge and expertise to deliver integrity and diversity in recruitment rounds. We source exceptional candidates with the leadership skills, requisite sector expertise and capacity to deliver on your objectives. Our team of consultants have deep expertise in recruitment, relationships across a range of sectors, and are highly experienced in managing sensitive executive appointments. 

Each assignment commences with an assessment of any conflicts of interest, developing an understanding of objectives, and development of a project plans to support timely delivery. Our custom technology enables efficient and accurate high volume recruitment processes at APS and SES levels. We provide candidate information packs including applications, summaries and interview schedules to streamline the interview process.

Our values align with the APS values with a particular emphasis on integrity, respect, accountability, inclusiveness and a commitment to service.

We maintain comprehensive records, support candidates before and after the process, conduct detailed referee interviews and produce selection reports that set out reasoning for panel decision making.

It’s not just what we do, it’s how we do It. 

Harrison McMillan (HMC) is a women-owned and led SME, proudly serving as a trusted partner on People Panel 1 and 2. With over 10 years of experience supporting more than 500 clients across Australia, HMC specialises in people-centric recruitment solutions, including high-volume and bulk recruitment, project recruitment, scribe services, executive hiring, specialised permanent recruitment, and temp/contracting solutions.

Our key industry focus areas include Technology, Human Resources, Engineering, Finance, Governance, Policy and Procurement, and Business Support.
 

HMC has built an enviable reputation across the Federal Government for providing high-touch, client-focused services tailored to meet agencies' specific needs and budgets. Our values—"Create Connection," "Drive Achievement," and "Thrive Together"—are at the core of our approach, ensuring we foster strong relationships and deliver excellence in every placement.
 

With a solid history of partnering with the Federal Government, HMC excels in managing high-volume recruitment projects, scribing solutions, and fulfilling both contracting and permanent specialist roles. Our reputation is built on delivering excellent bespoke recruitment services that consistently exceed expectations where we are dedicated to helping federal government agencies attract, engage, and retain top talent with integrity and excellence.

At Harrison McMillan, we listen, collaborate, and innovate to bring you the best talent solutions nationwide. 

Untapped is an Australian owned enterprise & provider of services focusing on Neurodiverse, First Nations, Veterans, Elite Sports & CALD. We have assisted organisations to establish service support & implement programs for over 8 years. Some notable collaborations include the DXC Dandelion Program, BHP, NAB, ANZ Bank, IBM, Cornell University and the DSS Autism@Work Pilot within the Disability Employment Services Program.

Our mission is to build high-performing global teams from groups of highly-skilled individuals. We are passionate about identifying commercially-compelling opportunities in organisations for Untapped Talent and uncovering extraordinary skills to form those teams.

Our approach extends beyond awareness to foster a truly inclusive environment. We aim to equip organisations with the strategies and support systems necessary for employees to excel. This includes a comprehensive governance and quality support framework, specialised organisational training, coaching, and tools for making reasonable adjustments that respect individual needs. We are also proud of initiatives such as:

•  The Neurodiversity Hub, the world’s leading body of knowledge for sustainable employment programs.
• WayPoint, a custom talent acquisition and management software designed to support programs.
• Genius Armoury, a platform to attract and identify a cybersecurity talent pool within an array of niche communities of people from diverse experiences and backgrounds.

relatbl has been providing Recruitment and Candidate Sourcing services to the Commonwealth Government since 2019. Our specialist team have 30+ years’ experience recruiting for Commonwealth agencies. We’re an Indigenous SME, Supply Nation registered, and 50% women owned.

Canberra-based, we operate nationally. Our consultants undergo extensive training, including as specialist recruiters and scribes. Our team’s supported recruitment processes for all APS, EL and SES levels, including for legal, regulatory, policy, program, project management, HR, finance, communications, administration and customer service.
We are experienced managing end-to-end recruitment processes, as well as helping with discrete aspects including shortlisting, scheduling interviews, scribing, reference checking and drafting selection reports.

Our knowledge of APS merit-based recruitment principles ensures clients’ processes are defensible.

Clients praise our “responsiveness”, “first rate services” and “quality, consistency, and speed”. Our recruiters are recognised for their “professionalism and experience” and ability to provide selection reports of “high standard (that) support the panel’s decision making”.

With candidate sourcing, clients benefit from our extensive database, personal networks, and deep understanding of Commonwealth recruitment. We specialise in unearthing passive candidates to feed into recruitment processes.

relatbl is a member of RCSA, the recruitment industry’s peak body, and complies with the RCSA’s Code of Professional Conduct.

Amanda O'Rourke Executive Search (AOES) is a leading executive search firm based in Canberra, with offices in Sydney. Since 2011, we have specialised in senior executive (all-level SES) recruitment, board roles, expert and specialised positions, and SES bulk rounds.

Our strong Federal Government focus is complemented by our private sector practice, providing our clients with access to impeccable national and global networks. As an Australian executive search firm with a global reach, we offer a nuanced understanding of the dynamic global talent market, tailored to meet local requirements and objectives. We are proud to have advised our clients on over 1,000 of their organisations’ most significant appointments.

We excel at bringing industry thought leaders and eminent talent into senior government roles. We work exclusively at the senior executive service level and above; and the composition of our team reflects this. Our consultants are accomplished senior executive leaders who provide relevant and practical advisory services to our clients.

When you partner with AOES, you receive market-leading service while supporting a local employer, a job creator, and a woman-owned small-medium enterprise.

To learn more about AOES and our services, visit our website.

Adecco is a global leader in HR solutions, with over 35 years of experience in the Australian market. We match over 1,000 Australians with their ideal positions annually and provide more than 4,000 temporary staff weekly to over 400 clients nationwide. Adecco’s strength lies in its scale, financial stability, and compliance framework, combined with specialised expertise through our dedicated Government division.

Our team delivers temporary, ongoing, non-ongoing, and bulk recruitment projects to the Australian Public Service (APS), State, and Local Governments. We have a long-standing relationship with all three tiers of government, placing over 14,280 contingent labour hire workers within the APS over the past five years across more than 60 government panels.

Our recruitment processes are ISO-certified and fully compliant with APS Legislation, Work Level Standards, and Merit-Based Selection principles. We have a national database of over 100,000 candidates, including those with security clearances, ensuring we can meet any demand promptly. Located across Canberra, Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, our team consistently build talent pipelines to support the APS in attracting, developing, and retaining a responsive, and capable workforce.

First Grade Group, a Supply Nation certified SME, is committed to delivering exceptional recruitment services to Commonwealth government agencies. Our experienced team excels in managing the recruitment process, from candidate attraction through to the candidate selection report.
 

Utilising our extensive candidate database, as well as market leading tools and products, First Grade is a proven leader in attracting talent. We meticulously handle the shortlisting process, actively participating in meetings and compiling comprehensive reports for the selection panel. Our administrative expertise ensures that all shortlisting decisions are accurately recorded, and we manage candidate communication, interview scheduling and documentation with precision. 

We provide a complete panel pack, including candidate applications, information and interview schedules, to streamline the interview process.
 

During interviews, we contribute valuable insights and serve as scribes, ensuring thorough documentation of the discussions. We produce detailed selection reports that offer clear comparative statements and nomination summaries, outlining clear reasoning for decisions made. Additionally, we maintain a commitment to transparency by offering constructive feedback to all external candidates, ensuring a positive experience regardless of the outcome.
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Ignite is an Australian-owned and operated recruitment and technology solutions provider with over 40 years' experience in service provision to the Federal Government. As an appointed service provider on the People Services Panel—Phase 1 and Labour Hire Services Panel—Phase 2, we offer recruitment services like permanent, contract, temporary, and managed workforce solutions across IT, engineering, Information management and Business support.

Under the current panel, we have provided services to several key departments, including the Department of Health and Aged Care, Department of Agriculture, Australian Research Council (ARC), National Library of Australia, Clean Energy Regulator, Department of Education, National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), Treasury, among many others.

With this solid understanding of the public sector and a proven track record, we can attract first-rate professionals to fulfil the unique needs of Commonwealth entities time and again. We are committed to maintaining scalable and high-value solutions that allow our clients to ensure their success. Together with Ignite's proactive methodology, industry know-how, and commitment to client and candidate satisfaction, we stand out as one of the preferred and most trusted partners for government recruitment needs.

Located in Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth McArthur has been helping job seekers with their careers, and has been providing Australia’s Public and Private sector employers with the talent they need to grow, thrive and lead through change and challenge since 1969.

Our eight specialist recruitment divisions and 150-plus strong national team of consultants are all driven by a common purpose: to make a difference and have a positive impact on everyone we work with.

McArthur has worked closely with Government since 1969, and with our dedicated federal government team, government recruitment continues to be a key focus for our business today.
 

Our national network of Government specialists can help you with workforce solutions ranging from entry-level to senior executive service appointments, across all professions, classifications and skill sets; in ongoing, non-ongoing and labour-hire positions.

Our recruitment services include:

• Ongoing Recruitment
• Non-Ongoing Recruitment
• SES Executive Search and Selection
• Scribe and Selection Support Services
• Labour Hire
• Candidate Sourcing
• High Volume Recruitment (ongoing, non-ongoing and labour hire)

McArthur’s services are cost-effective, flexible solutions designed to deliver what you need, when you need it.

Future Leadership is a leading Australian-owned, internationally recognised executive search and leadership advisory firm. It comprises over seventy specialists and advisors based in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, including a specialist in-house research team.

The Future Leadership Executive Search team has built deep relationships and industry knowledge to understand how and where to find new talent, with the capability to lead through new challenges. Across all levels of Government, Education, Health, Defence, Technology, and For Purpose, we typically place, Secretaries, Deputy Secretaries, other SES executive levels and board appointments. We have extensive experience working with Government Enterprise Agencies.

For more than two decades, over 50% of all appointments have consistently seen highly qualified women leaders placed in high-profile roles. This intention extends to bringing intersectional diversity to every shortlist. Over 3% of our appointments are Indigenous leaders, a representation aligned to Australia’s First Nations population.

One of the few internationally accredited Executive Search firms locally, our global AESC status ensures the highest standards. We were granted the global AESC Leadership Award in 2020 for impacting leadership diversity in the APAC region, and the global Giving to Community Award in 2023 for creating positive impact in underrepresented communities. We support IPAA as a corporate sponsor.

Bayside Group is an industry leader in both General and Expert Specialised Recruitment. We have a solid reputation, built across nearly 50 years, for reliably sourcing and supplying quality candidates across a range of disciplines. Our consolidated processes ensure strong capability to attract and recruit quality candidates to meet requirements of APS1 through to EL2, or equivalent personnel.

We have extensive experience sourcing candidates for entry level, mid level roles through to senior management and executive.

We are able to deliver an end-to-end specialist recruitment offering, or select unbundled activities as required. Whilst our quality accredited systems and processes form part of our standard recruitment methodology, we can work with Hiring Managers to tailor our activities relevant to a particular role or requirement. We will work cooperatively with agency Hiring Managers to ensure our recruitment processes add value and optimise the quick identification of the best candidates for shortlisting.

Our experienced consultants utilise a range of activities to quickly source and place high-calibre talent, reducing recruitment timeframes and improving business outcomes.

With a national presence, Bayside Group is able to provide Permanent Recruitment activities across all capital cities, in addition to regional and remote locations across Australia