Mining Recruitment Specialist
Location: Cairns Queensland
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Mining Recruitment Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and placing top talent across a range of mining operations, including FIFO and site-based roles.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage end-to-end recruitment for mining roles (operators, engineers, trades, and project staff)
* Source candidates through job boards, databases, and industry networks
* Conduct interviews, reference checks, and candidate assessments
* Build strong relationships with clients across the mining sector
* Maintain talent pipelines for high-demand roles
* Ensure compliance with safety and site requirements
* Coordinate onboarding, inductions, and mobilization for site personnel
About You
* Proven experience in recruitment (mining, resources, or blue-collar preferred)
* Strong understanding of FIFO workforce requirements
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
* Knowledge of Australian employment and safety standards
* Proficiency with recruitment systems and LinkedIn sourcing
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Opportunity to work with leading mining companies
* Career growth and professional development
* Supportive and high-performing team environment
How to Apply
If you're passionate about connecting skilled workers with exciting mining opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter.
Who we are
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
So it's over to you, if this opportunity is right for you apply today!
To learn more about Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.