Specialist Consultant – Defence

Summary:

Join one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia, and come on board with Brunels Defence team. Using your history in either Engineering, Manufacturing or even possibly your existing defence awareness, you will become a Specialist Consultant in Defence, where you will play a pivotal role in connecting top-tier talent with leading organisations within the defence sector. An existing team is based in Perth, Western Australia, and this is permanent, full-time position offering an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in recruitment consultancy to drive successful placements and contribute to the growth of global and sovereign Defence businesses. Your insights and understanding of the industry will be crucial in navigating the unique challenges and demands of the defence landscape.

Brunel is a global workforce solutions and recruitment company, connecting skilled professionals with leading organisations across Defence,  mining, energy, renewables, infrastructure, life sciences and future industries. With operations in more than 40 countries and a strong presence across Australia, we partner with some of the world’s most recognised companies to deliver exceptional talent solutions.

With this in mind our entry into the Defence sector allows a growth opportunity for highly experienced consultants to enter a new space with the confidence and protection of a global brand.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients in the defence sector to understand their recruitment needs.
• Working with an existing client base You will identify new contacts and manage recruitment processes from start to finish
• Build strong talent pools of contractor and permanent talent across Australia as suited to the defence sector
• Work with defence clients to understand candidate mobility across Australia and globally
• Source, screen, and interview candidates to match them with suitable roles within client organisations.
• Provide expert advice to clients on market trends, salary benchmarks, and candidate availability.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a smooth experience for both clients and candidates.
• Conduct thorough reference checks and background verifications to ensure candidate suitability.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve recruitment targets and contribute to overall business objectives.
• Stay updated on industry developments and changes in the defence sector to provide informed consultancy.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in recruitment consultancy, preferably within the Engineering, Manufacturing or Defence sector.
• Ability to adapt to the defence sector and its unique recruitment challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and candidates.
• Proficient in using recruitment software and tools to manage candidate databases.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality service

As a Senior Consultant, you’ll own end‑to‑end recruitment across the Defence Division as we create exponential growth across Australia.   You’ll work with existing client relationships and saturate the defence market across Australia to identify and target sovereign talent. You will be trusted to run your desk like a business, supported by a collaborative team, strong leadership, and the flexibility to work in a way that suits you.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of work that genuinely matters — helping shape the workforce behind Australia’s Defence journey.

Why Join Us?

• A global organisation with Australian focus on a strong growth market
• Autonomy & trust — you own your desk, your relationships, and your success
• Flexible working and a mature, supportive culture
• Uncapped commission with transparent performance metrics
• Clear progression for those who want to grow into leadership or specialist roles
• A team that values collaboration over cut‑throat competition
• Work with leading clients across Australia’s resources, energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Access ongoing training, mentoring and career development opportunities.

Collaborative and supportive team cultures thrive here, with genuine opportunities for progression.

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.