Job Description

Start your career in recruitment with a supportive and high-performing team on the Gold Coast.

Tradewind Australia is seeking an organised and people-focused Recruitment Administrator to support our Social Services recruitment team.

This role suits someone who enjoys speaking with people, building relationships and keeping things organised. You will play an important role behind the scenes of the recruitment process, coordinating interviews, supporting candidates and ensuring placements run smoothly.

Administration or customer service experience is ideal. Recruitment experience is not required as full training will be provided.

Why Join Tradewind

• Entry point into the recruitment industry with structured training and mentoring
• Clear career pathway into Recruitment Consultant roles
• Supportive and energetic team environment that celebrates success
• Regular team events and social activities
• Opportunity to connect with our Melbourne head office and wider national team
• Ability to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year
• 8 weeks company-paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers

About the role

This is a fast-paced coordination role where organisation, communication and attention to detail are key.

You will support the recruitment process from application through to placement, helping ensure candidates and clients have a smooth and professional experience.

A large part of the role involves phone-based communication, so confidence speaking with candidates and building rapport is essential.

You will work closely with experienced consultants and gain exposure to the recruitment industry while developing valuable business and people skills.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment Administration

• Coordinate candidate interviews and bookings
• Manage candidate documentation and compliance checks
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM and internal systems
• Post and manage job advertisements across job boards
• Prepare candidate profiles and support placement administration

Candidate Support

• Conduct phone screening with candidates
• Build relationships with candidates throughout the recruitment process
• Provide updates and feedback to candidates
• Support onboarding and placement processes

Team Support

• Assist consultants with recruitment campaigns and candidate sourcing
• Support communication with clients and candidates
• Help identify and engage new candidates for current and upcoming roles

About You

• Previous experience in administration, customer service or a similar role
• Confident communicator with a strong telephone manner
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Interest in building a career in recruitment

Experience or interest in the social or community services sector is an advantage, but not essential.

About Tradewind Australia

Tradewind Australia is a specialist recruitment agency working across the education, social services and healthcare sectors.

Our team is passionate about connecting talented people with organisations that make a difference in the community. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships, delivering excellent service and supporting our team to grow and succeed.

If you are organised, people-focused and ready to start a career in recruitment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our Gold Coast team.