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Hiring in regional Australia?
Then you already know the pain — job ads with zero replies, candidates who don’t show up, and resumes from people nowhere near site.
Whether you're running a workshop in Dubbo, a processing plant in Mount Isa, or a civil project in Whyalla, the challenges are real:
At HJ Recruitment, we’ve helped businesses across regional QLD, WA, SA and NSW fill high-skill, hard-to-staff roles. Here’s what we’ve learned — and what works.
You’re not just competing with other employers — you’re competing with location.
The reality is that many skilled workers would rather stay in the cities. Others may consider moving, but only for the right offer — and the right support.
Common challenges include:
That’s why posting a job ad isn’t enough.
If you want to attract serious, skilled talent — and get them to stay — here’s what’s working for our clients right now:
Don’t just list duties — pitch the opportunity.
Highlight the scope of work, training, leadership opportunities, and long-term security.
People imagine the worst. Combat that.
Showcase the lifestyle: cheaper housing, community feel, nature, schools, FIFO options, or flexibility.
You don’t have to cover everything — but even small incentives help.
Think: accommodation help, paid flights, relocation bonuses, or just a smooth onboarding experience.
At HJ, we’ve built deep candidate pools across WA, SA, QLD and NSW.
We also know how to screen for people who genuinely want regional work — and aren’t just chasing dollars.
Struggling to fill a perm role? Start with temp-to-perm, or FIFO.
You might just meet someone perfect who wouldn’t have applied for a full-time relocation.
A large industrial services company in Kalgoorlie needed to grow their crew — fast.
Their job ads weren’t cutting it, and their internal HR was buried in paperwork.
We stepped in and delivered:
All roles were filled in under 3 weeks. All candidates were fully compliant, screened, and inducted. The project hit deadline — with no blowouts or burnout.
You don’t need more resumes.
You need serious candidates who show up — and stick around.
At HJ Recruitment, we specialise in regional recruitment for:
We work across SA, WA, QLD, and NSW — and we move fast when you need support.
Struggling to find people outside the big cities? We’ve got your back.
Want to learn more about us? Visit our About page or explore our Permanent Recruitment services.
