Who We Are

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TAILORED RECRUITMENT SUPPORT

Our Story

Founded in 2010, Search Partners is a principal-led, boutique recruitment and executive search firm delivering streamlined hiring solutions across Australia. We work collaboratively with clients in energy, mining, manufacturing, utilities, water, and infrastructure to appoint professionals who not only meet role requirements but also align with company culture.


With over 20 years of industry experience, we are one of the only firms in the country with the capability to recruit from 100k entry-level professionals through to CEO and board level. Whether you need permanent recruitment, contracting, or executive search, our processes are meticulous, our communication clear, and our focus always on long-term outcomes rather than turnover.


Our national footprint, proven track record of 250+ successful placements, and strong OT/IT domain expertise make us a trusted partner for businesses that need both technical capability and cultural fit.

Strategy

Our strategy is grounded in role-specific delivery models. We follow structured processes that include scoping, candidate briefing, assessment, and stakeholder alignment. Each recruitment project is supported by decades of industry-specific experience, ensuring we deliver the hiring outcomes our clients are looking for.


The biggest challenge in recruitment is getting the recruiter to truly understand what the client needs. That is the service we provide — because we understand requirements at a granular level, we are able to move quickly and with precision, delivering exactly what our clients are looking for.

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Results

Our recruitment engagements have supported businesses in delivering projects, establishing critical teams, and meeting project timelines. Results are defined by client needs — whether that means reducing vacancy timeframes, aligning skill sets to system specifications, or supporting long-term workforce planning. Every project is delivered with a focus on traceable processes, measurable value, and long-term business impact.


Recent Case Studies include:

  • Head of Mining for a global OEM — leading automation, hoisting, and electrification programs.
  • Control Systems Engineers, DCS Engineers, OT Network Engineers, and SCADA Engineers for a major mining systems integrator in WA — brownfield OT cutover.
  • Project Director for national port operations — full OT update consolidating multiple legacy vendors into a single modern architecture.
  • Senior leadership hires for Hitachi Energy — APAC VP Grid Integration, National Sales Manager – Grid Automation, and Engineering Manager.
  • Specialist roles for Yokogawa Electric — OT Cybersecurity Consultants, Project Managers, and a Water Business Development Lead.

Business Goals

Search Partners is committed to delivering services that support client goals—whether hiring for growth, backfilling technical roles, or building capacity in regulated environments. We engage with clients to understand organisational structures, reporting lines, and system demands so each search is aligned with operational strategy and team function.

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Outcome Focused

We approach recruitment as a structured business function—not just a hiring task. Every engagement is designed to contribute to defined workforce outcomes, including compliance assurance, reduced onboarding risk, and team cohesion. By focusing on technical fit and documented delivery, we help employers make informed, long-term hiring decisions.