- Are you a people person with a knack for problem-solving? We are looking for two motivated Customer Service Officers to join a busy and essential help desk team based in Perth.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who priorities the customer experience and is eager to learn the ropes of a specialised industry. While call centre experience is a bonus, your attitude, communication skills, and drive are what matter most to us.The Role at a GlancePay RatAre you a people person with a knack for problem-solving? We are looking for two motivated Customer Service Officers to join a busy and essential help desk team based in Perth.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who priorities the customer experience and is eager to learn the ropes of a specialised industry. While call centre experience is a bonus, your attitude, communication skills, and drive are what matter most to us.The Role at a GlancePay Rat
- BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGERPERMANENT FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITY PERTH LOCATIONJoin one of Australia’s leading non-bank lenders as a business development manager. Manage key relationships with a number of high profile aggregators to ensure that the organisation continues to be a home lender of choice for brokers. The Benefits: Discounted rates on home lendingExcellent leave entitlements, including the ability to purchase leaveEmployee discountsFree gym membershBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGERPERMANENT FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITY PERTH LOCATIONJoin one of Australia’s leading non-bank lenders as a business development manager. Manage key relationships with a number of high profile aggregators to ensure that the organisation continues to be a home lender of choice for brokers. The Benefits: Discounted rates on home lendingExcellent leave entitlements, including the ability to purchase leaveEmployee discountsFree gym membersh
- Our client is looking for an Electrician to mobilise on the 19th of May to complete final fit-off and commissioning of infrastructure works in Karratha. Our client delivers critical infrastructure services that ensure operational efficiency and reliability. With expertise in critical power systems, HVAC, solar hybrid systems, earth stations, building works, and logistics. DetailsFly out date 19th May1 OFF - 3 week swing $70 per hour 12 hr days UK ElectricOur client is looking for an Electrician to mobilise on the 19th of May to complete final fit-off and commissioning of infrastructure works in Karratha. Our client delivers critical infrastructure services that ensure operational efficiency and reliability. With expertise in critical power systems, HVAC, solar hybrid systems, earth stations, building works, and logistics. DetailsFly out date 19th May1 OFF - 3 week swing $70 per hour 12 hr days UK Electric
- Our client, a leading plasterboard brand, is seeking a Maintenance Fitter to join their team at the Welshpool manufacturing facility, which has been in operation since 1971.Details:Location: WelshpoolPay rate: $65/hour (day shift) + penaltiesRole Type: Casual - opportunity for permanencyHours: This role will initially be on day shift, running from 6am to 2pm, once able to work autonomously, will move to afternoon shift - 2pm to 12amStart: ASAP - pending inOur client, a leading plasterboard brand, is seeking a Maintenance Fitter to join their team at the Welshpool manufacturing facility, which has been in operation since 1971.Details:Location: WelshpoolPay rate: $65/hour (day shift) + penaltiesRole Type: Casual - opportunity for permanencyHours: This role will initially be on day shift, running from 6am to 2pm, once able to work autonomously, will move to afternoon shift - 2pm to 12amStart: ASAP - pending in
- Our client is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor or MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction and heavy industrial industries.DetailsLocation: WelshpoolPay Rate: up to $35/hour + penaltiesRole Type: Casual - opportunity for permanencyHours: Monday to Friday, 6am to 2.30pmStart: ASAP - pending interview and medicalDuties:Safely load, unload, and organise raw materiOur client is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor or MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction and heavy industrial industries.DetailsLocation: WelshpoolPay Rate: up to $35/hour + penaltiesRole Type: Casual - opportunity for permanencyHours: Monday to Friday, 6am to 2.30pmStart: ASAP - pending interview and medicalDuties:Safely load, unload, and organise raw materi
- Job Title: Communications Officer Location: CBD & Perth Metro Pay Rate: $55ph - $65ph (Depending on Experience)Employment Status: Casual with full time hours Duration: 6 months with the chance of extension About the OpportunitiesCan you transform complex government policies into engaging stories? Do you excel at managing community expectations and crafting clear, impactful messages?Randstad is the trusted recruitment partner for multiple WA State GovernmenJob Title: Communications Officer Location: CBD & Perth Metro Pay Rate: $55ph - $65ph (Depending on Experience)Employment Status: Casual with full time hours Duration: 6 months with the chance of extension About the OpportunitiesCan you transform complex government policies into engaging stories? Do you excel at managing community expectations and crafting clear, impactful messages?Randstad is the trusted recruitment partner for multiple WA State Governmen
- Randstad Recruitment are looking for Advanced/Intermediate Riggers for Marine work in Henderson. Details below. Location: HendersonPay rate: $61.06 + penalties Role Type: Casual - 3 months duration Hours: 9 day fortnight (76 hours a fortnight - Monday to Friday, every other Friday off) + Occasional overtimeStart: ASAP - pending medicals and induction completionEnd: 29/08/2026 If you are interested in applying, please see the requirements below; Be an AustRandstad Recruitment are looking for Advanced/Intermediate Riggers for Marine work in Henderson. Details below. Location: HendersonPay rate: $61.06 + penalties Role Type: Casual - 3 months duration Hours: 9 day fortnight (76 hours a fortnight - Monday to Friday, every other Friday off) + Occasional overtimeStart: ASAP - pending medicals and induction completionEnd: 29/08/2026 If you are interested in applying, please see the requirements below; Be an Aust
- Our client has been a West Australian specialist marine logistics and engineering service provider for more than 40 years. They perform refits and maintenance on charter boats, tug boats and fishing trawlers. Located at Fremantle boat harbour, a great spot overlooking the water, a few minutes walk from the Fremantle high street. The RoleJOB TITLE: Boilermaker / Fabricator - Aluminium experience essential LOCATION: Fremantle, WA - additional site in HenderOur client has been a West Australian specialist marine logistics and engineering service provider for more than 40 years. They perform refits and maintenance on charter boats, tug boats and fishing trawlers. Located at Fremantle boat harbour, a great spot overlooking the water, a few minutes walk from the Fremantle high street. The RoleJOB TITLE: Boilermaker / Fabricator - Aluminium experience essential LOCATION: Fremantle, WA - additional site in Hender
- Pharmacy Sales Representative | Part-Time Join a leading Australian organisation as a Pharmacy Sales Representative and take responsibility for driving sales for market-leading brands across the Perth metropolitan area.The RoleAs a Sales Representative, your primary purpose is to manage a defined pharmacy territory (Perth North, West, and CBD - approximately 220 pharmacies) through structured call cycles and strategic promotional activity. You will serve aPharmacy Sales Representative | Part-Time Join a leading Australian organisation as a Pharmacy Sales Representative and take responsibility for driving sales for market-leading brands across the Perth metropolitan area.The RoleAs a Sales Representative, your primary purpose is to manage a defined pharmacy territory (Perth North, West, and CBD - approximately 220 pharmacies) through structured call cycles and strategic promotional activity. You will serve a
- Key Duties: Maintain community parks, sporting ovals, road verges, and urban streetscapes.Safely operates ride-on mowers, hedgers, trimmers, brush cutters, and blowers.Performs general gardening tasks including planting, mulching, and weeding.Uses chainsaws, pole saws, and wood chippers for vegetation and bridge-area management.Implements weed and pest control measures to protect local environments.Complete additional maintenance and service duties as requKey Duties: Maintain community parks, sporting ovals, road verges, and urban streetscapes.Safely operates ride-on mowers, hedgers, trimmers, brush cutters, and blowers.Performs general gardening tasks including planting, mulching, and weeding.Uses chainsaws, pole saws, and wood chippers for vegetation and bridge-area management.Implements weed and pest control measures to protect local environments.Complete additional maintenance and service duties as requ
- Job Title: Operational Readiness LeadPayRate: $97.00ph Location: Cockburn Work Hours: Monday - Friday - 38hr per week Work From Home: Up to 1 day per week Client: WA State Governement Employment Status: Casual Contract Duration: 3 months with chance of extension Start Date: ASAPThe OpportunityAre you a Change and Readiness specialist who thrives in the "final sprint" of a major system implementation?We are seeking a high-caliber Operational Readiness LeadJob Title: Operational Readiness LeadPayRate: $97.00ph Location: Cockburn Work Hours: Monday - Friday - 38hr per week Work From Home: Up to 1 day per week Client: WA State Governement Employment Status: Casual Contract Duration: 3 months with chance of extension Start Date: ASAPThe OpportunityAre you a Change and Readiness specialist who thrives in the "final sprint" of a major system implementation?We are seeking a high-caliber Operational Readiness Lead
- Our agency is proud to exclusively represent a global leader in cybersecurity and compliance services as they expand their Privacy & Data Protection Consulting practice across Australia. We are seeking a senior Data Privacy & DPIA Subject Matter Expert to take on a market-facing leadership role, combining high-level consulting delivery with strategic business development.Based in Perth with a Hybrid work structure, this is a pivotal opportunity to build anOur agency is proud to exclusively represent a global leader in cybersecurity and compliance services as they expand their Privacy & Data Protection Consulting practice across Australia. We are seeking a senior Data Privacy & DPIA Subject Matter Expert to take on a market-facing leadership role, combining high-level consulting delivery with strategic business development.Based in Perth with a Hybrid work structure, this is a pivotal opportunity to build an
- Project Manager (Civil / Structural / Maritime)Location: Perth, WAExperience: 5–10 YearsEmployment Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible)The OpportunityAre you a project manager with a passion for seeing projects move from the drawing board to reality? We are looking for a motivated Project Manager to join our Western Australia team. This is a pivotal role where your technical expertise in civil, structural, or maritime engineering will drive the success oProject Manager (Civil / Structural / Maritime)Location: Perth, WAExperience: 5–10 YearsEmployment Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible)The OpportunityAre you a project manager with a passion for seeing projects move from the drawing board to reality? We are looking for a motivated Project Manager to join our Western Australia team. This is a pivotal role where your technical expertise in civil, structural, or maritime engineering will drive the success o
- Our client is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor or MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction and heavy industrial industries. Details Location: WelshpoolPay Rate: $32/hour + penalties Role Type: Casual - opportunity for permanency Hours: Monday to Friday, 6am to 2.30pmStart: ASAP - pending interview and medical Duties: Assess, Repair, Rebuild, Strip, Clean, FlushOur client is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor or MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction and heavy industrial industries. Details Location: WelshpoolPay Rate: $32/hour + penalties Role Type: Casual - opportunity for permanency Hours: Monday to Friday, 6am to 2.30pmStart: ASAP - pending interview and medical Duties: Assess, Repair, Rebuild, Strip, Clean, Flush
- Looking for forklift drivers to work at busy clients at Forrestfield, Malaga, Welshpool, Kewdale, Malaga and other locations across Perth. Weekly pay, ongoing work, growth opportunities & safety focus.We have new roles coming in every week !!Store person / forklift driver roles include -Pick packing and preparation of ordersForklift operationsLoading / unloading trucksGeneral warehouse dutiesWhat you need - Current forklift experience & valid FL licenceLonLooking for forklift drivers to work at busy clients at Forrestfield, Malaga, Welshpool, Kewdale, Malaga and other locations across Perth. Weekly pay, ongoing work, growth opportunities & safety focus.We have new roles coming in every week !!Store person / forklift driver roles include -Pick packing and preparation of ordersForklift operationsLoading / unloading trucksGeneral warehouse dutiesWhat you need - Current forklift experience & valid FL licenceLon
- About the companyThis highly regarded and well established leading industry fund has been established for many years and has always put a client centric approach at the heart of their business, allowing them to develop a solid and loyal client base. They are known for providing outstanding holistic financial advice to a wide range of clients. Due to recent growth, they are looking for an experienced Financial Planner to join their Perth CBD team.About theAbout the companyThis highly regarded and well established leading industry fund has been established for many years and has always put a client centric approach at the heart of their business, allowing them to develop a solid and loyal client base. They are known for providing outstanding holistic financial advice to a wide range of clients. Due to recent growth, they are looking for an experienced Financial Planner to join their Perth CBD team.About the
- Lead the Future: Specialist Emergency Medicine Roles | Werribee Mercy ExpansionWerribee Mercy Hospital is doubling its Emergency Department capacity to 67 treatment spaces. We are looking for the next generation of clinical leaders to help us navigate this milestone expansion.This is a full-scale service expansion into a brand-new, purpose-built building. While the infrastructure is entirely new and designed for upgraded models of care, the foundation is aLead the Future: Specialist Emergency Medicine Roles | Werribee Mercy ExpansionWerribee Mercy Hospital is doubling its Emergency Department capacity to 67 treatment spaces. We are looking for the next generation of clinical leaders to help us navigate this milestone expansion.This is a full-scale service expansion into a brand-new, purpose-built building. While the infrastructure is entirely new and designed for upgraded models of care, the foundation is a
- We have casual roles available for experienced Diploma and Certificate level educators plus roles for those just starting their early childhood / childcare teaching careers, with a minimum Certificate 111 qualification.With dedicated work-life partners taking our educators on their career journey, it’s the easiest way to start or continue your education career. Casual Early Years roles available now across Yanchep, Butler, Two Rocks, Joondalup and SurrounWe have casual roles available for experienced Diploma and Certificate level educators plus roles for those just starting their early childhood / childcare teaching careers, with a minimum Certificate 111 qualification.With dedicated work-life partners taking our educators on their career journey, it’s the easiest way to start or continue your education career. Casual Early Years roles available now across Yanchep, Butler, Two Rocks, Joondalup and Surroun
- Randstad has partnered exclusively with one of the largest waste and recycling companies in the country! Due to continued growth our client based in Jandakot are looking for a Finance Administrator to join their team. Your Duties:End-to-end management of incoming Accounts Payable invoices, including coding, receipting,and matching against purchase orders• Creation, coding, and administration of new purchase orders in Microsoft Dynamics across allWA locatiRandstad has partnered exclusively with one of the largest waste and recycling companies in the country! Due to continued growth our client based in Jandakot are looking for a Finance Administrator to join their team. Your Duties:End-to-end management of incoming Accounts Payable invoices, including coding, receipting,and matching against purchase orders• Creation, coding, and administration of new purchase orders in Microsoft Dynamics across allWA locati
- The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Officer to join a prominent State Government department based in Perth. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value government projects, ensuring commercial integrity and compliance across the full contract life cycle.The Role Working within a supportive and professional team, you will be responsible for providing high-level procurement and contract management support. This is a fThe Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Officer to join a prominent State Government department based in Perth. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value government projects, ensuring commercial integrity and compliance across the full contract life cycle.The Role Working within a supportive and professional team, you will be responsible for providing high-level procurement and contract management support. This is a f
- Looking for a new opportunity? Our Welshpool based client is chasing a Mechanical Fitter to add to their team. Details Competitive rate: $63 - 67.50 Monday - Friday, reliable hoursOvertime avaliable occasionally Long-term opportunityRequirementsTrade qualified Fitter (Australian recognized)Strong mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting capabilityAbility to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced environmentExperience working within a [manufacturingLooking for a new opportunity? Our Welshpool based client is chasing a Mechanical Fitter to add to their team. Details Competitive rate: $63 - 67.50 Monday - Friday, reliable hoursOvertime avaliable occasionally Long-term opportunityRequirementsTrade qualified Fitter (Australian recognized)Strong mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting capabilityAbility to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced environmentExperience working within a [manufacturing
- Randstad is currently collaborating with a prominent State Government entity to facilitate the recruitment of Policy Officers at the Level 6 and Level 7 classifications.Location: Perth Metropolitan Area (Hybrid: 1 day work-from-home per week).Contract: 6 months initial + 6-month extension option Government experience highly preferredRole 1: Principal Policy Officer (Level 7)Rate: $89.65 – $95.81 per hour + superReports To: Level 8 ManagerSupervision: May sRandstad is currently collaborating with a prominent State Government entity to facilitate the recruitment of Policy Officers at the Level 6 and Level 7 classifications.Location: Perth Metropolitan Area (Hybrid: 1 day work-from-home per week).Contract: 6 months initial + 6-month extension option Government experience highly preferredRole 1: Principal Policy Officer (Level 7)Rate: $89.65 – $95.81 per hour + superReports To: Level 8 ManagerSupervision: May s
- Looking for experienced forklift drivers / storepersons to work at Forrestfield, Welshpool, Bentley, Kewdale. Malaga and other locations across Perth. Weekly pay, ongoing work, growth opportunities & safety focus.We have new roles coming in every week !!Role includes -Pick packing and preparation of ordersForklift operationsLoading / unloading trucksGeneral warehouse dutiesWhat you need - Current forklift experience & valid FL licenceLong term work rightsLooking for experienced forklift drivers / storepersons to work at Forrestfield, Welshpool, Bentley, Kewdale. Malaga and other locations across Perth. Weekly pay, ongoing work, growth opportunities & safety focus.We have new roles coming in every week !!Role includes -Pick packing and preparation of ordersForklift operationsLoading / unloading trucksGeneral warehouse dutiesWhat you need - Current forklift experience & valid FL licenceLong term work rights
- On behalf of our client, we are seeking a highly skilled Enterprise Integration Specialist to lead the technical translation and execution of a comprehensive enterprise integration strategy. This role is ideal for a proactive engineer who excels at bridging the gap between high-level business objectives and robust technical architecture.The successful candidate will act as the primary engine for integration delivery, taking ownership of the full lifecycle—On behalf of our client, we are seeking a highly skilled Enterprise Integration Specialist to lead the technical translation and execution of a comprehensive enterprise integration strategy. This role is ideal for a proactive engineer who excels at bridging the gap between high-level business objectives and robust technical architecture.The successful candidate will act as the primary engine for integration delivery, taking ownership of the full lifecycle—
- About the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and detail oriented Project Support Officer to join a dedicated team delivering essential road infrastructure projects across Western Australia.In this role, you will provide critical administrative backbone to project teams through the entire lifecycle—from initial development and contract award to construction and final completion. This is a fantastic opportunity for a career contractor looking for a long term enAbout the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and detail oriented Project Support Officer to join a dedicated team delivering essential road infrastructure projects across Western Australia.In this role, you will provide critical administrative backbone to project teams through the entire lifecycle—from initial development and contract award to construction and final completion. This is a fantastic opportunity for a career contractor looking for a long term en
- About the RoleWe are seeking a hands-on Delivery Lead to join a high-performing team operating in a complex, multi-system environment. This isn't a traditional "status-reporting" project management role. We need a practitioner who understands the mechanics of DevSecOps, the nuance of Agile Coaching, and the art of Stakeholder Influence.You will be responsible for navigating dependencies across multiple teams and systems, ensuring that our application delivAbout the RoleWe are seeking a hands-on Delivery Lead to join a high-performing team operating in a complex, multi-system environment. This isn't a traditional "status-reporting" project management role. We need a practitioner who understands the mechanics of DevSecOps, the nuance of Agile Coaching, and the art of Stakeholder Influence.You will be responsible for navigating dependencies across multiple teams and systems, ensuring that our application deliv
- Randstad is currently looking for Electricians for their client who are leaders in the escalator and elevator industry. Our client is currently looking for someone to join their installation team. Location: Curtin University, BentleyHours: Monday - Friday, 6 - 2.30pm with occasional overtime Start Date: ASAP pending interview and medicals Rate:up to $75.64/hour + penalties Duties: Working within the installation team for works on escalators and elevators.Randstad is currently looking for Electricians for their client who are leaders in the escalator and elevator industry. Our client is currently looking for someone to join their installation team. Location: Curtin University, BentleyHours: Monday - Friday, 6 - 2.30pm with occasional overtime Start Date: ASAP pending interview and medicals Rate:up to $75.64/hour + penalties Duties: Working within the installation team for works on escalators and elevators.
- We are seeking a motivated Field Service Technician to support a dedicated account for an iconic global coffee brand. This is a field-based role covering the Perth suburban area, where you will be a technical expert for a various coffee machine models.What’s in it for you?Vehicle Flexibility: A company vehicle is provided, or you can opt for a travel allowance/reimbursement if using your own.Specialised Training: Benefit from a structured training programWe are seeking a motivated Field Service Technician to support a dedicated account for an iconic global coffee brand. This is a field-based role covering the Perth suburban area, where you will be a technical expert for a various coffee machine models.What’s in it for you?Vehicle Flexibility: A company vehicle is provided, or you can opt for a travel allowance/reimbursement if using your own.Specialised Training: Benefit from a structured training program
- Due to continued growth our client based in Perth CBD are looking for a Property Manager to join their team. This is a permanent full time role with an immediate start.Duties include:Managing propertiesProvide a professional service to the business by welcoming all clients, visitors and guests in a friendly mannerManage individual and group inboxes responding to email queries promptlyProactively develop and manage Client relationships Data entryGeneral admDue to continued growth our client based in Perth CBD are looking for a Property Manager to join their team. This is a permanent full time role with an immediate start.Duties include:Managing propertiesProvide a professional service to the business by welcoming all clients, visitors and guests in a friendly mannerManage individual and group inboxes responding to email queries promptlyProactively develop and manage Client relationships Data entryGeneral adm
- About the OpportunityRandstad has partnered with a high-profile government department to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Manager – Infrastructure. Based in Perth, this role is pivotal to delivering facilities management (FM) and public works projects.You will manage end-to-end procurement and contract administration within a fast-paced environment, ensuring strict compliance with government procurement rules, legislative acts, and organizational policiAbout the OpportunityRandstad has partnered with a high-profile government department to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Manager – Infrastructure. Based in Perth, this role is pivotal to delivering facilities management (FM) and public works projects.You will manage end-to-end procurement and contract administration within a fast-paced environment, ensuring strict compliance with government procurement rules, legislative acts, and organizational polici
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