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Your new company 
At Hays, we believe in being long term partners with our people and our customers. Together, we work for your tomorrow, where the possibilities are endless. 
With over 50 years of success, Hays is recognised as the global leader in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions. Joining us means stepping into a career like no other, backed by a powerful brand and a culture that empowers growth. 
 
As part of our Canberra team, you’ll join a high performing group of consultants and be working at the centre of a buoyant construction and Property sector. 
 
Your New Role 
As an Associate Recruitment Consultant or above in our Blue-Collar Construction Trades & labour hire team, you will play a pivotal role in advancing and growing our strong presence across Canberra. You’ll partner with a host of commercial construction companies and subcontractors in supporting their short and long term project requirements.
  

In this role, you will:

• Manage a workforce of construction trades and daily site requirements
• Develop and implement candidate attraction strategies tailored to the construction and trades sector 
• Strengthen existing relationships and drive new business development across ACT.

  
What You’ll Need to Succeed 
We’re seeking an experienced agency recruiter or a highly driven salesperson with: 

• 3+ years construction/ trades sales experience
• A proven ability to build meaningful client partnerships through business development
• High motivation, resilience, and a passion for delivering outstanding results
• A team‑oriented mindset, someone who thrives in a high energy, team focussed environment
• Experience or involvement in buildings, trades or a supply chain industry

  
What You’ll Get in Return 
Your energy and dedication will be rewarded with: 

• Leadership and career development programs to enable your progression
• Cutting edge tools and technology to help you deliver exceptional service
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options and work from anywhere for up to four weeks per year
• Generous leave entitlements including parental leave, lifestyle and flex leave, and volunteering days
• High performer incentives, including local and international trips
• A workplace where diversity is celebrated, and everyone feels welcome
• Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, plus discounts through our partner network
• Global career opportunities across Hays’ worldwide network

  
What You Need to Do Now 
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please submit your application via the Apply button and contact Niamh Cutting, Talent Acquisition Partner, for more information. 
 
By joining Hays, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. We invite people of all genders, ages, cultures, abilities, backgrounds and experiences to apply. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who belong to the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities. If you require adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact recruitment.anz@hays.com.au.

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