Talent Acquisition Consultant- Indigenous Recruitment | Mon to Fri 38hrs | Balcatta Support Centre

At Sodexo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating employment opportunities that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

You'll be surrounded by a supportive team of like-minded talent magnets who work hard, think fast and are passionate about making a genuine difference through recruitment. Our fully automated end-to-end HR technology stack and best-in-class applicant tracking system allow you to focus on building relationships, sourcing exceptional talent, and partnering with stakeholders to achieve Indigenous employment outcomes.

Our service delivery, candidate experience, and relationships with both communities and Operations are our highest priorities.

As a Talent Acquisition Consultant - Indigenous, you'll play a critical role in attracting, engaging and hiring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander talent across a wide variety of operational and corporate positions. You will partner closely with hiring managers, community organisations, training providers, and Indigenous employment stakeholders to create pathways into meaningful employment and support Sodexo's Indigenous participation commitments.

The portfolio is diverse and dynamic, with recruitment needs spanning:

• Entry-level Service Attendants
• Chefs and hospitality professionals
• Transport and logistics personnel
• Blue-collar operational roles
• White-collar corporate and professional positions
• Indigenous employment programs, traineeships and workforce initiatives

No two days are the same. Success in this role requires someone who can balance high-volume recruitment activity with strong relationship management, community engagement, and a passion for creating employment opportunities for Indigenous candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Indigenous recruitment campaigns and workforce mobilisation activities
• Developing and maintaining relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, employment providers and training partners
• Providing culturally appropriate recruitment support and guidance to candidates throughout the hiring process
• Partnering with hiring managers to identify and implement Indigenous employment opportunities across the business
• Sourcing, screening and assessing candidates across a range of roles and skill levels
• Coordinating interviews, offers, onboarding and pre-employment requirements
• Monitoring and reporting on Indigenous recruitment outcomes and employment targets
• Providing market insights and recruitment advice to stakeholders and business leaders
• Maintaining recruitment systems and ensuring data accuracy
• Driving an exceptional candidate experience for Indigenous applicants
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance Indigenous employment outcomes and recruitment practices

• Previous experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, Employment Services, Indigenous Employment, or Agency Recruitment
• A passion for supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment outcomes
• Experience managing high-volume recruitment activity and competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• Experience working with Indigenous communities, organisations, employment providers or government initiatives will be highly regarded
• The ability to build trust and establish meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience recruiting for blue-collar, frontline or operational roles will be highly regarded
• Cultural awareness and a commitment to fostering inclusive and diverse workplaces

For more information, please contact TA Manager - Chris Cantatore on 0409 228 477.