CAI

Contract Recruiter

Australia full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

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CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 750 people worldwide. For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to deliver critical solutions in high-stakes environments, we provide accelerated operational readiness and unparalleled performance at the highest standard through our rigorous approach, field-tested processes, and elite expertise developed over 30 years.

Our approach is simple because our purpose informs everything we do: 

We exist to be the trusted solution for our clients as they strive to build a better working world and improve human experience. 

At CAI, we are committed to living our Foundational Principles, both professionally and personally:  

We act with integrity

We serve each other  

We serve society  

We work for our future

At CAI, we believe in a relentless dedication to excellence, pushing boundaries, and surpassing expectations. From the beginning, we’ve challenged ourselves to do what others wouldn’t. Not just setting industry standards but redefining them entirely. We are bold in our thinking and creative in our approach. We operate at the intersection of wisdom and technology and thrive when they come together with humanity. For us, operational readiness isn’t simply a goal. It’s a way of life. Because tomorrow demands to be at the forefront of today. We do this through tireless effort, precision, efficiency, and an unwavering belief that there is always room for advancement. We’re not interested in how it used to be done. We’re obsessed with how it will be done.

We are seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our People Solutions Team and support our Life Sciences hiring in the Asia Pacific region. In this role, you will focus on sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent for engineering roles within the life sciences and biotechnology spaces. The ideal candidate has experience recruiting in fast-paced, high-demand industries and understands the unique requirements of biotech environments. This role is a one year contract position.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage full-cycle recruitment across APAC (sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding support) with an emphasis in recruiting and hiring in Australia

Partner with hiring managers in Life Sciences and Data Center teams to understand workforce needs and develop effective hiring strategies

Source niche talent for roles such as:

Biotech manufacturing (process engineers, validation engineers, QA/QC, MSAT, etc.)

Data center commissioning (Cx engineers, MEP specialists, commissioning managers, etc.)

Build and maintain strong pipelines of passive candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and market mapping

Develop regional market intelligence on talent availability, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity

Ensure a high-quality candidate experience across all touchpoints

Coordinate interviews across multiple time zones and stakeholders

Maintain accurate data in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and generate recruiting reports

Support employer branding and diversity hiring initiatives across APAC

Qualifications:

3–7+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in technical or engineering hiring

Proven experience recruiting in at least one of the following:

Life Sciences / Biotech Manufacturing

Data Center / Mission Critical Infrastructure

Experience supporting hiring across Australia and APAC regions (e.g., Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, India, etc.)

Strong sourcing skills with experience identifying hard-to-find talent

Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Familiarity with the ATS system Lever and recruiting tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience recruiting for commissioning or validation roles

Understanding of GMP environments and/or mission-critical facility operations

Experience working in a global or matrixed organization

Ability to work flexible hours to support multiple time zones

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Compensation

Average base salary range.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer; we are proud to employ veterans and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Diversity is a strength for our global company. We pledge that CAI will be operated in a way that is fair and equitable to all – our employees, our customers, and the broader society.

This job description is not all inclusive and you may be asked to do other duties. CAI will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Act (FCA) / Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO).

Interview prep

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Technology & IT Human Resources Operations Contract Recruiter Technology Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Contract Recruiter role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at CAI?
  3. Which of Human Resources, Operations and Contract have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Human Resources, Operations and Contract.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Contract Recruiter role because I can bring practical experience in Human Resources, Operations and Contract, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes CAI needs from this hire.

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