About you:
Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:
As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

Role Scope:

Kent are seeing a Talent Acquisition Specialist - Bluecollar. This is a temporary assignment for approximately three months and would be the perfect fit for someone looking to ease into a new role for 2026. In this role, you will primarily support our Brisbane Projects team, with a strong focus on blue-collar recruitment.

Working out of our trendy and vibrant South Brisbane office, you will join a supportive team that prides itself on a strong, people-focused culture. You will also enjoy the option of flexible working, giving you the balance that you need to perform at your best.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate all phases of the recruitment process for mainly blue collar candidates.
• Collaborate with project manager, construction manager and superintendents to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
• Identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards and needs of Kent.
• Utilise the procedures, standards and processes for job postings.
• Screens applications and recommends qualified candidates.
• Schedules interviews, preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
• Assists with the interview process, conduct interviews with hiring managers.
• Check’s candidates references and credentials, verifying experience and backgrounds.
• Maintain accurate candidate records on the internal applicant tracking system.
• Identifies opportunities for improving overall candidate experience.
• Recruit in line with the Kent Equality, Diversity and Inclusion plan.
• Prepare and maintain recruitment reports including weekly reporting requirements.
• Any other adhoc requests from the Talent Acquisition Lead

About You:

Our ideal candidate will be a high-volume Blue-Collar Recruiter with at least three years of experience in blue-collar recruitment. You will bring strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, excellent organisation and time management and the ability to work efficiently under high volumes. Integrity, professionalism and confidentiality are essential. Experience in using Oracle will be highly advantageous. You will be a natural collaborator with solid negotiation skills, able to assess situations quickly and adapt to shifting priorities.

Benefits:

• Attractive salary & benefits
• Hybrid Working
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclusion & Belonging Program
• Health insurance discount
• Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
• Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team
  

We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We’re committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career with us today!

Kent | The Energy Within