Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant - 12 Month FTC
LocationAdelaide
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentCareers and Talent
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedSep 30, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live10h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Substantial experience across both in-house and agency recruitment environments
Strong knowledge of the talent market in South Australia, ideally with established local networks
Demonstrated success recruiting mid to senior professionals across engineering, infrastructure, technical or advisory environments
Confidence partnering with managers and senior leaders, with strong communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
A proactive, solutions-focused and commercially minded approach, with the agility to anticipate needs, pivot quickly and manage competing priorities
Confidence using ATS platforms, data, AI-enabled tools and process improvements to deliver smarter recruitment outcomes; Workday experience is preferred
Experience within engineering, infrastructure, consulting, defence, construction or professional services will be highly regarded
Skills
Workday
About the company
At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future.We are thinkers, solvers and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
Responsibilities
What you’ll do
About the role
As a trusted Senior Talent Partner within our Careers and Talent team, you’ll manage recruitment for our South Australian teams and build a strong presence in the market. With an exciting pipeline of projects ahead, you’ll strengthen local connections, anticipate hiring needs and develop talent pipelines to support Aurecon’s growth.
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Lead end-to-end recruitment for mid to senior roles across our South Australian Engineering portfolios.
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Build strong SA market connections and proactive talent pipelines using direct, market-led and innovative sourcing.
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Partner with hiring managers and senior leaders to anticipate workforce needs and shape tailored hiring strategies.
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Provide market insights, guidance and best-practice recruitment advice to influence decisions.
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Use recruitment systems, data, emerging technology and process improvements to enhance efficiency and consistency.
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Balance volume and complexity while maintaining strong governance and an exceptional candidate experience.
Requirements
What you’ll bring
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Substantial experience across both in-house and agency recruitment environments.
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Strong knowledge of the talent market in South Australia, ideally with established local networks.
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Demonstrated success recruiting mid to senior professionals across engineering, infrastructure, technical or advisory environments.
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Confidence partnering with managers and senior leaders, with strong communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
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A proactive, solutions-focused and commercially minded approach, with the agility to anticipate needs, pivot quickly and manage competing priorities.
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Confidence using ATS platforms, data, AI-enabled tools and process improvements to deliver smarter recruitment outcomes; Workday experience is preferred.
Nice to have
Experience within engineering, infrastructure, consulting, defence, construction or professional services will be highly regarded.
Benefits
Why join us
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Partner with engaged leaders on meaningful, business-critical roles.
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Play a key role in building the teams behind Aurecon’s growing pipeline of meaningful projects across South Australia.
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Join a connected Adelaide office and a collaborative, high-performing Careers and Talent team across APAC.
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Enjoy competitive remuneration and a supportive, people-first culture that values continuous improvement.
How we support your growth
Build your career while helping solve complex infrastructure challenges in a supportive, ambitious environment. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we value diverse perspectives and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Who we are
Aurecon is an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We bring ideas to life by creating infrastructure that improves outcomes for people and the planet.
Ready for your next adventure?
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact [email protected].
Hiring process
Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences, so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.