Expert HR Recruitment

Addressing Initial Client Challenges:

Peabody had recruitment requirements to fill two HR Manager roles, one located in Mudgee, QLD and one in Helensburgh, NSW. Due to the complex nature of HR roles within the mining sector and remote working sites, finding candidates willing to relocate and who possess robust employee relations skills in a highly unionized environment was a challenge. Peabody's expectations were clear — ideal candidates needed to be willing to relocate to remote areas, could demonstrate effective leadership experience and a background in dealing with unions.

Strategic HR Recruitment Approach and Cultural Understanding:

Recognizing that conventional job advertisements wouldn't yield the right results, Evan embarked on a focused headhunting campaign, primarily leveraging LinkedIn. His approach transformed these opportunities from mere jobs to promising career advancements. Evan also proactively engaged with Peabody's key stakeholders to deeply understand the company's culture and values. He uncovered Peabody's unwavering commitment to training, development, succession planning, and talent management, as well as their strong emphasis on safety, environmental stewardship, and reducing their carbon footprint.

Thorough Screening and an In-depth Evaluation:

Evan's screening process went beyond the surface, delving into candidates' technical competencies and cultural alignment with Peabody's values. He carefully assessed their values, aspirations, career goals and openness to relocating. Evan's HR recruitment expertise allowed him to provide rich, specialised insights into candidates' profiles. He highlighted aspects such as the scale of the work sites they had managed, the size of teams they had led, and their experience in employee relations including performance management, internal investigations, and enterprise agreement negotiations. Whilst these HR acumens were not necessarily requirements of these roles, it allowed the client to get a full understanding of the candidates’ capabilities as a potential HR employee. Throughout the process, Evan maintained seamless communication with Peabody, facilitating interviews and ensuring that feedback flowed effortlessly.