Recruitment Consultant

Telstra is looking for a Recruitment Consultant to join the team. This is a newly created role, and you will have real scope to shape how it works from the first month.

About the role

This is a contract/temp position based in Newcastle, NSW. You will report to the team lead and work alongside a group of people who take pride in doing the basics well.

What you’ll be doing

• Work with your team lead to plan the week and flag risks early
• Support onboarding and mentoring of new team members
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Deliver day-to-day work to a consistently high standard, with clear handover notes
• Contribute to continuous improvement — we act on good ideas quickly

What we’re looking for

• Relevant qualification or trade certification where the role requires it
• A positive, safety-first attitude
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and a genuine sense of ownership
• A current driver’s licence (preferred, not essential for all locations)

What you’ll get

• A salary in the range of $100,000 – $114,000 per year
• Structured onboarding with a buddy for your first three months
• Paid parental leave and return-to-work support
• Discounted health insurance and gym memberships
• Genuine flexible working — hybrid for office roles, agreed rosters for site roles

How to apply

Applications are being reviewed as they arrive, so don’t wait to apply. For a confidential discussion about the Recruitment Consultant position, apply now and our team will be in touch. Telstra values diversity and inclusion in everything we do.

Telstra is committed to a workplace where everyone is safe, respected and able to do their best work.