Who is Alliance Airlines?Alliance Airlines is Australia's leading fly in fly out aviation provider, serving mining, energy and government sectors. With over 1,500 staff, Alliance is a leader in the 100-seat jet market and is unique in owning its entire fleet of over 70 aircraft. Alliance holds top industry certifications including the International Air Transport Association’s Operational Safety Audit and is a GOLD Status Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) compliant operator. ASX listed and delivering world-class performance, we have operational bases in Brisbane, Rockhampton, Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Perth and Adelaide.  What's the role on offer?Based in Brisbane, we are seeking a Recruitment Lead to manage and drive our end‑to‑end recruitment function. This specialist role sits within the broader HR team and works closely with leaders across the business to deliver effective, strategic, and high‑quality recruitment services.You will be responsible for developing and implementing a recruitment strategy, leading a small team, supporting workforce planning, and ensuring an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience.Lead and develop the recruitment function, mentoring Recruitment Advisors and ensuring best‑practice deliveryDesign and deliver sourcing strategies aligned to current and future workforce needsPartner with executives and leaders on recruitment, workforce planning, succession, and early careers insightsFacilitate resource planning and provide labour‑market and talent insightsManage recruitment budgets, advertising spend, agencies, and vendor relationships, including commercial negotiationSet KPIs, oversee team performance, and report recruitment metrics and trends to the Head of Human ResourceDevelop tools, reporting, and insights to improve recruitment efficiency and outcomeBuild external talent pipelines through universities and training providersAdvise hiring managers on interview best practice, equitable selection, and inclusive hiringEnsure a strong end‑to‑end candidate experience and continuous improvementCollaborate with HR colleagues to support onboarding and seamless new‑starter processesDeliver a professional, customer‑focused service to all stakeholders and candidatesWho are we looking for?Strong knowledge of contemporary recruitment tools, selection methods, and complianceExperience with LinkedIn Recruiter, SEEK and ATS/HR systemsSound understanding of employment contract fundamentalsHighly organised with strong judgement, communication skills, and emotional intelligenceProven ability to build relationships across all levels and handle sensitive matters professionallyMinimum 5 years’ internal recruitment experience, including cost managementPrevious leadership or supervisory experienceAviation experience desirable but not essentialWhat’s in it for you?Flexible working arrangements, including a fortnightly RDOTax‑effective benefits through novated leasing and salary packagingDiscounted Qantas Club membershipAccess to discounted REDS (QRU) tickets and merchandiseExclusive discounts on hotels, tours and cruisesDoes this sound like you?If this role excites you and you have the skills we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.At Alliance Airlines we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect.We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.All candidates must have full working rights within Australia, only candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered    AUD Pinkenba 4008

Recruitment Lead

  • Full time based in our Head Office in Brisbane!
  • Join a thriving fast paced team!
  • Enjoy perks like Vehicle Leasing and Salary Packaging!

Who is Alliance Airlines?

Alliance Airlines is Australia's leading fly in fly out aviation provider, serving mining, energy and government sectors. With over 1,500 staff, Alliance is a leader in the 100-seat jet market and is unique in owning its entire fleet of over 70 aircraft. Alliance holds top industry certifications including the International Air Transport Association’s Operational Safety Audit and is a GOLD Status Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) compliant operator. ASX listed and delivering world-class performance, we have operational bases in Brisbane, Rockhampton, Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Perth and Adelaide.  

What's the role on offer?

Based in Brisbane, we are seeking a Recruitment Lead to manage and drive our end‑to‑end recruitment function. This specialist role sits within the broader HR team and works closely with leaders across the business to deliver effective, strategic, and high‑quality recruitment services.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing a recruitment strategy, leading a small team, supporting workforce planning, and ensuring an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience.

  • Lead and develop the recruitment function, mentoring Recruitment Advisors and ensuring best‑practice delivery
  • Design and deliver sourcing strategies aligned to current and future workforce needs
  • Partner with executives and leaders on recruitment, workforce planning, succession, and early careers insights
  • Facilitate resource planning and provide labour‑market and talent insights
  • Manage recruitment budgets, advertising spend, agencies, and vendor relationships, including commercial negotiation
  • Set KPIs, oversee team performance, and report recruitment metrics and trends to the Head of Human Resource
  • Develop tools, reporting, and insights to improve recruitment efficiency and outcome
  • Build external talent pipelines through universities and training providers
  • Advise hiring managers on interview best practice, equitable selection, and inclusive hiring
  • Ensure a strong end‑to‑end candidate experience and continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with HR colleagues to support onboarding and seamless new‑starter processes
  • Deliver a professional, customer‑focused service to all stakeholders and candidates

Who are we looking for?

  • Strong knowledge of contemporary recruitment tools, selection methods, and compliance
  • Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, SEEK and ATS/HR systems
  • Sound understanding of employment contract fundamentals
  • Highly organised with strong judgement, communication skills, and emotional intelligence
  • Proven ability to build relationships across all levels and handle sensitive matters professionally
  • Minimum 5 years’ internal recruitment experience, including cost management
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience
  • Aviation experience desirable but not essential

What’s in it for you?

  • Flexible working arrangements, including a fortnightly RDO
  • Tax‑effective benefits through novated leasing and salary packaging
  • Discounted Qantas Club membership
  • Access to discounted REDS (QRU) tickets and merchandise
  • Exclusive discounts on hotels, tours and cruises

Does this sound like you?

If this role excites you and you have the skills we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

At Alliance Airlines we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect.

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia, only candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered

 

 

 


  • Posted Date 06 Mar 2026
  • Location Pinkenba
    QLD / Australia
  • Industry Human Resources & Recruitment
  • Job Type
  • Salary Base plus Super