Hire the Right Staff in Australia, Right When You Need It
Hiring the right people and keeping them is one of the hardest parts of running a business. Chandler Macleod has been solving that for Australian businesses since 1959, whether you need one permanent hire, a full labour hire team, or an outsourced RPO solution.
Proven Scale
Operating since 1959, thousands of successful placements each year.
Workforce Solutions, Not Just Recruitment
We go beyond filling roles. We help you build better workforces through data-led strategies, psychometric assessments, and HR consulting.
Industry Expertise
From government to mining, manufacturing and logistics to professional services, we understand your sector.
Compliance You Can
Count On
We navigate complex regulations and frameworks so you don’t have to: from Fair Work compliance to government tendering and WHS standards.
Looking to hire? Tell us what you need
Your information will only be used to provide the services or information you’ve requested. We may also send you occasional updates relevant to recruitment. You can unsubscribe at any time. To learn more, please review our Privacy Policy.
Trusted by Australia’s Leading Employers
We help employers across Australia build better workforces since 1959. At Chandler Macleod, we don’t just fill roles, we dig deeper to understand your goals, challenges, and people. Because when you get people, you get results.
Recruitment Services to Help You Hire
Whether you need a short-term contractor or a full workforce solution, we deliver the talent you need to flourish.
Temporary Recruitment
We provide reliable, pre-screened professionals who are ready to hit the ground running. Whether you need short-term cover, project-based support, or specialised skills, we’ll match you with flexible talent to keep your business moving.
Permanent Recruitment
Our specialist recruiters bring deep industry expertise and a proven track record of success, with tenure well above the industry standard. We are committed to finding the right long-term fit for your organisation.
Executive Search
Our proprietary BestFit™ methodology for executive recruitment mitigates the significant risks associated with high-level placements, ensuring the ideal match for leadership roles.
Let us help you fill your next role
RPO, MSP and Total Talent Solutions
Whether you need a short-term contractor or a full workforce solution, we deliver the solutions you need to flourish.
Recruitment Process Outsourcing
We embed our team into your business to manage all or part of your recruitment function, delivering faster hiring, consistent candidate experiences, cost efficiencies, and long-term talent outcomes.
Managed Services
Our MSP solutions streamline how you source, engage, and manage contract and contingent workers. We handle vendor coordination, compliance, onboarding, and reporting, giving you full visibility and control over your workforce.
Consulting & Advisory
From psychometric testing to workforce planning and culture reviews, our experts help you make smarter people decisions with tools and insights that improve hiring accuracy, retention, and organisational performance.
Graduate Recruitment
We deliver market-leading graduate and volume recruitment solutions, leveraging advanced technology and prioritising an exceptional candidate experience to ensure the best talent for your organisation.
Project & Volume Recruitment
Our labour hire solutions provide the flexibility to scale your workforce up or down based on your business needs, ensuring a fast and efficient response to changing demands.
Industries We Hire For Across Australia
We partner with Australia’s leading employers across a wide range of industries and provide specialist services.
Government (Federal, State, Local)
Experts in tendering, compliance, and security-cleared talent.
Mining & Resources
End-to-end workforce solutions in some of Australia’s most remote locations.
Energy & Renewables
Supporting the transition to a greener future with specialised talent.
Procurement or tender enquiry?
If you are engaging Chandler Macleod through a formal procurement process, including an RFT, RFQ, or EOI, submit your enquiry via our dedicated procurement channel.
Our team will route your request to the appropriate commercial or tender response team.
How We Help You Hire
We partner with Australia’s leading employers across a wide range of industries and tailor our approach to suit each one.
01
We Listen
We start with your business objectives, challenges and team culture.
02
We Customise
We design a sourcing strategy that fits your needs: temp, perm, executive, or volume.
03
We Deliver & Support
From interviews to onboarding, we’re with you every step of the way.
Why Australian Businesses Hire Through Chandler Macleod
Since 1959, Chandler Macleod has helped Australian businesses hire, retain and develop their workforces through growth, change and disruption. We are not just a recruitment agency. We are a long-term workforce partner with the scale, methodology, and sector depth to handle whatever your business needs next.
FAQs
How do I hire staff through Chandler Macleod?
Contact UsContact your nearest Chandler Macleod branch or fill out the enquiry form on this page. A consultant will get back to you within one business day to understand your requirements and recommend the right solution, whether that is temp, permanent, executive, or an outsourced RPO or MSP arrangement.
How quickly can Chandler Macleod supply staff?
For temporary, casual, and labour hire roles, Chandler Macleod can typically supply pre-screened, work-ready candidates within 24 to 72 hours depending on role type and location. For permanent and executive placements, timelines vary by seniority and specialisation. Contact your nearest branch for an estimate.
Which industries does Chandler Macleod hire for?
Chandler Macleod recruits across government (federal, state, and local), mining and resources, energy and renewables, industrial and manufacturing, transport and logistics, corporate and professional services, construction and civil, and healthcare. They have specialist consultants and active candidate networks in each sector.
What is the difference between RPO and MSP?
RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) means Chandler Macleod manages your permanent hiring process end-to-end. MSP (Managed Service Provider) focuses on your contingent and temporary workforce, managing suppliers and compliance. A Total Talent solution combines both. Chandler Macleod can advise on the right model based on your hiring volume and workforce mix.
Is Chandler Macleod compliant with Fair Work and WHS obligations?
Yes. Chandler Macleod operates in full compliance with the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards, and Work Health and Safety requirements across all states and territories. They were recognised with the 2025 RCSA Excellence in Safety Culture Award. For labour hire arrangements, Chandler Macleod acts as employer of record, taking on payroll, compliance, and safety obligations on behalf of client businesses.
Why do Australian businesses choose Chandler Macleod over other recruitment agencies?
Chandler Macleod has been operating since 1959 and uses its proprietary BestFit methodology to assess candidates on behaviour, motivation, and cultural fit, not just their CV. They are a 2025 TIARA Award winner for RPO/MSP Company of the Year and hold a 2026 EcoVadis Platinum Sustainability Rating. Clients include BHP, Amazon, Rio Tinto, NAB, Woolworths, and Tennis Australia.
