About the Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program     

The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a signature initiative for the Australian Government that enables workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Timor- Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program’s (PLMSP) role is to provide the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and governments in 9 PICs and Timor-Leste with support to enable workers to access PALM scheme in inclusive ways that maximise the benefits for the workers and national economies while minimising risks from labour mobility participation. Palladium is contracted to deliver PLMSP on behalf of DFAT.  

We have a range of exciting opportunities available on the PLMSP, with the program set to commence on 1 January 2025. To explore all vacancies, visit Palladium’s Careers page and search "PLMSP" at thepalladiumgroup.com/careers. 

This Opportunity  

Utilising expertise in innovative recruitment strategies, the Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Manager will lead the direction for long-term recruitment strategies to attract and attain the skilled, high performing team members from across Australia and the Pacific to the PLMSP. Partnering with Leads and hiring managers, the Manager will build a strong understanding of program considerations and manager's needs and bring creative targeted recruitment solutions with a strong diversity and inclusion focus, and to meet the programs unique recruitment needs. This is a position for where you can really make an impact and lead a successful team in the delivery of contemporary recruitment practices.  

This is a fixed term opportunity required for 4 years with possibility of extension.  

The Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Manager will be responsible for:  

• Oversee recruitment within Australia, regionally across Australia, and across the Pacific and Timor-Leste.  Improve and oversee in-country recruitment practices, providing guidance on best practice recruitment.    

• Create customized recruitment strategies, while adhering to Palladium and DFAT guidelines, to attract key talent, reduce hiring time and provide candidates with a positive experience.    

• Implement technology practices that source top talent, such as social media and online job portals.   

• Develop recruitment standards, Review, streamline, systemize, and improve current recruitment process and roll out training and guidance for managers to undertake best practice candidate selection.   

• Oversee end to end recruitment practices including sourcing, screening, interviewing, conducting due diligence and onboarding candidates.    

• Create pipelines and talent pools for hiring managers.  

We are seeking an individual who will bring:  

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or AHRI level qualifications /certification and strong work experience managing a recruitment function and leading staff.  

• Experience managing high level volume recruitment and technical recruitment, recruiting in a Pacific context, including ex-pat and locally engaged staff.   

• A high level of drive and self-motivation.   

• Demonstrated experience working within an agile, adaptable business and managing HR activities in an adaptive and responsive manner.   

• Strong communication skills, the ability to build relationships with hiring managers and leads and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of candidates (from Senior Leadership to Officers).  

This position is based in Brisbane, Australia. We are focused on building a diverse workforce to enhance our support and we welcome applications from Pacific Island and Timor-Leste candidates, as well as those from Australia and beyond. You must have valid Australian work rights to be considered for this position - visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates who are willing to relocate for the position must do so at their own expense. 

We strongly encourage people with disability to apply. Disclosing about your disability will not negatively affect your application. Please tell us as much as you feel comfortable for us to work with you about the appropriate adjustments that you might need. If you would like further information or assistance with this, please contact PLMSP.HR@thepalladiumgroup.com    

How to Apply 

For full details on role requirements, please <click here>  

Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position. 

Closing date: Sunday 24^th November, 2024, 11.59pm AEST