Engineering Recruitment

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Australia’s high cost of manufacturing required engineers to achieve more with less capital and resources than their international counterparts.

As a specialist engineering recruitment agency, Six Degrees works closely with organisations in FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Industrial Manufacturing & Services to recruit high-quality engineers across all levels up to executives.

Well-rounded, high-performing engineers are in high demand in Australia, as companies broaden their expectations for engineering professionals beyond core technical competencies. Increasingly, engineering jobs require professionals with a broader business and commercial understanding of their work, the ability to lead teams, and effectively communicate, negotiate, and influence to bring about change.

Right talent, right
skills, right now

Our engineering solutions are built on speed, quality and care, connecting you with the right talent when you need it most. We deliver engineering recruitment made simple.

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Your
specialist

For our consultants working in engineering solutions, it is their sole focus, keeping up-to-date on any regulatory changes for you. We have a demonstrated track record in the industries we specialise in. Our active involvement informs our talent relationships and market insights.

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Quality candidates
at pace

Quick turnaround with skilled talent ensures minimal team and business disruption. Our pre-screened talent pools allow us to quickly match candidates to your role competencies and organisational values.

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Care and
wellbeing

The care and wellbeing of our engineering community is a priority. Our Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S) framework and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) ensure 
our candidates operate safely at 
their best. 

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Priority on
experience

We will act as an extension of your team facilitating a seamless experience for engineers joining your business and teams. Our regular communication and sharing of feedback allow us to build genuine relationships and strengthen contractor loyalty. 

Engineering roles we recruit

Meet our dedicated engineering specialists who connect businesses with skilled professionals across Australia. Their expertise and industry knowledge ensure every placement is the right fit, every time.
  • General Manager, Engineering
  • Head of Engineering
  • Director, Engineering
  • Engineering Manager
  • Reliability Manager
  • Maintenance Manager
  • Head of Capital
  • Project Engineering Manager
  • Engineering Project Manager
  • R&D Manager
  • Lead or Senior Engineer (Project, Chemical, Process, Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, Continuous Improvement, Reliability)
  • Engineer (Project, Chemical, Process, Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, Continuous Improvement, Reliability)
  • Product Development Engineer
  • Research & Development Engineer
  • Manufacturing Engineer
  • Continuous Improvement Manager

Engineering job opportunities

What our customers
say about us

Hear from clients and candidates who have partnered with Six Degrees Executive. Their stories reflect our commitment to genuine relationships, clear communication and successful outcomes.

Engineering consultants

Meet our dedicated engineering specialists who connect businesses with skilled professionals across Australia. Their expertise and industry knowledge ensure every placement is the right fit, every time.

David Goodrem
David Goodrem

Associate Director
Engineering, Procurement, Supply chain , Melbourne

Alan Claire
Alan Claire

Senior Manager
Engineering, Operations, Technical, Consumer & FMCG, Healthcare , Sydney

Scott Logan
Scott Logan

Manager
Engineering, Contracting, Technical, Operations , Melbourne

Emma O'Donnell
Emma O'Donnell

Senior Consultant
Engineering, Operations , Melbourne

Robert Scacco
Robert Scacco

Senior Consultant
Engineering, Operations, Safety & Sustainability, Technical , Melbourne

David Oliver
David Oliver

Manager
Engineering, Operations , Melbourne

Aimee Walsh
Aimee Walsh

Consultant
Engineering, Operations, Contracting , Melbourne

Alex Mather
Alex Mather

Senior Consultant
Engineering, Technical, Operations , Sydney

Brian Steede
Brian Steede

Consultant
Supply chain, Procurement, Engineering , Sydney

Sheldon March
Sheldon March

Consultant
Engineering, Operations , Brisbane

Engineering success stories

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Control Systems Engineer
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Quality Assurance Lead
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Engineering Manager
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Engineering Project Manager
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Engineering Manager
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General Manager - Technical
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Project Manager
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Applications Engineer
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Project Engineer
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Senior Project Manager
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Continuous Improvement Manager
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Process Engineer
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Transmission Design Engineer
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Technical Manager
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Head of Quality
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Head of Site Capital
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Engineering Manager
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Engineering Project Manager
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HSSE Manager

Recruit the right talent for your organisation

Contracting FAQs

After confirming the placement, the assignment manager responsible for approving the candidate's timesheets will receive an email to access our user-friendly online payroll and timesheet system called "Astute". Within this system, the candidate will complete their weekly timesheets for your approval.

If you're using Astute to approve timesheets, these articles from the Astute Help Centre might be helpful.

Fixed-term contracts have a defined duration, while on-hire contracts are indefinite and can be terminated with notice.

Yes, successful contracting candidates, otherwise known as 'on-hire' employees, are hired by us.  We invoice you, the company, on a weekly basis and the on-hire employee is also paid weekly.

Every individual represented by Six Degrees Executive has had a personal meeting with one of our skilled recruiters. We take the time to talk about their experience, qualifications, accomplishments as well as their career aspirations and goals.

The time it takes to fill contracting roles can vary depending on the specificity of the requirements and the efficiency of your internal process. Typically, we are able to fill these roles within a timeframe of 24 to 72 hours.

“Total Charge Rate” is a rate inclusive of candidate base + super, taxes, workers comp, insurance and agency margin. There is no “upfront fee”, as everything is rolled into one outgoing cost for you.