Recruitment Coordinator

Are you a people-person with a flair for storytelling and a knack for coordination? We're on the lookout for a Recruitment Coordinator who's ready to bring energy, creativity, and precision to our People & Safety team. If you thrive on juggling tasks, connecting with people, and crafting job ads that make candidates say 'Yes, please' — this is your moment.

I warn you though, I am awesome and will be leaving big shoes to fill.  Size 10 actually  If this sounds like an opportunity for you, call me to hear first-hand about this brilliant role and how sad I am to be saying goodbye to it.

JR Richards & Sons are an Australian family-owned and operated resource recovery company contracting to over thirty local Councils across large regional areas of NSW and in northern Victoria. The Company employs over 600 people with a fleet in excess of 400 heavy vehicles in operation. We are at the forefront of the industry with purpose-built recovery facilities diverting over 100,000 tonnes annually of kerbside and commercial organics and recyclables from landfill. We strive for a diverse, innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture with a dynamic attitude valuing our people, their safety, and the environment.

At JR Richards & Sons we take pride in providing equal opportunity and do not discriminate against race, age, national or ethnic origin, gender or marital status, religion, or sexual orientation.

• Coordinate and manage job advertisements across internal and external platforms.
• Screen applications and shortlist candidates in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Schedule interviews, coordinate assessments, and manage candidate communications.
• Assist with pre-employment checks including medical bookings, reference checks, and contract preparation.
• Be the first point of contact for recruitment queries, responding with professionalism and care.
• Ensure recruitment activities comply with legislation, policies, and DEI standards.
• Prepare reports and metrics to support workforce planning.
• Contribute to recruitment strategies and continuous improvement projects.
• Support hiring managers with process guidance and market insights.
• Liaise with external agencies, job boards, and community groups.
• Represent the company at career expos and recruitment events.
• Develop creative and engaging job advertisements tailored to each role.
• Support innovation and process improvement across recruitment and onboarding.

• Experience in recruitment coordination, frontline operational roles a bonus.
• Familiarity with recruitment tracking systems and job boards.
• Understanding of employment legislation and recruitment best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's licence (travel may be required).
• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources (desired).

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Creative mindset with the ability to craft compelling job ads and campaigns.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, autonomous, and solutions focused.
• Strong customer service orientation and professionalism.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• The stability of a successful, fast-growing business
• Permanent full-time position, Monday to Friday, no weekends
• A safe, professional and supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance
• Awesome supportive management team
• Company support through EAP Wellbeing Platform for you and your family to access
• Enjoy affordable access to a wide range of gyms and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

If you're ready to bring your creativity, coordination skills, and people-first mindset to a role where you can truly make an impact — we'd love to hear from you

Click "Quick Apply" or email your resume and cover letter to 

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity please contact Deb Ragen Internal Recruiter on