Senior Recruitment Consultant - WHSE

Are you a recruitment professional with a passion for the WHSE sector?

NES Fircroft Australia is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our Perth team, leading and growing a contract desk focused on connecting top WHSE talent with some of Australia’s leading mining, energy, and infrastructure projects.

This is your opportunity to join a global leader in technical recruitment and play a key role in supporting Australia’s major industrial and resources sectors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Build and Manage Client Relationships – Partner with mining operators, energy companies, EPC contractors, consultancies, and infrastructure businesses delivering workforce solutions across health, safety, environment, and quality functions throughout Australia.
• Lead Full-Cycle Recruitment – Manage end-to-end contract recruitment — sourcing, interviewing, placing, and managing high-calibre candidates across WHSE, HSEQ, safety advisory, environmental, occupational hygiene, and compliance roles.
• Drive Business Growth – Expand your portfolio by identifying new opportunities and developing relationships with key clients across Australia’s mining, energy, and infrastructure markets.
• Provide Market Insight – Act as a trusted advisor to clients and candidates, offering insights on talent trends, workforce planning, and the evolving WHSE landscape across Australia.
• Collaborate with a Global Team – Work closely with colleagues across Australia and the wider APAC region, sharing knowledge and delivering exceptional recruitment solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years’ experience in agency recruitment, ideally within WHSE, mining, energy, engineering, or technical sectors
• Strong commercial mindset with experience building and managing a recruitment desk
• Excellent client development and candidate relationship skills
• A proactive, self-driven approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Knowledge of the Australian WHSE and industrial sectors is beneficial, but enthusiasm and willingness to learn are equally valued

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salary with uncapped commission
• A dynamic, high-performing team environment in Perth
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to work for a globally respected recruitment brand with a strong APAC presence
• A supportive culture focused on success, collaboration, and growth

Why NES Fircroft Australia?

Australia continues to see strong investment across mining, energy, infrastructure, and major project delivery, creating ongoing demand for experienced WHSE professionals who help drive safe and successful operations.

As a trusted recruitment partner to leading industrial and resource organisations, NES Fircroft connects world-class talent with the companies and projects shaping the future of Australia’s industries.