About us

Workforce Extensions Geelong is here to provide you with the best solution for your on-hired labour, temporary or permanent recruitment needs; in fact we can provide you with a complete human resource solution. We currently service all industries from entry level to executive positions, and our recruitment services assist in engaging staff from one-day placements to permanent basis.

Workforce Extensions Geelong are locally owned and operated, which means you will find that we are able to provide you with the personalised service you deserve with quality staff assured. As a seasoned recruitment team, we are able to answer any of your questions or help you with any recruitment issue.

Workforce Extensions Geelong is proud to be part of Australia’s leading owner-operated labour hire and recruitment agency network. Every day we supply experienced and qualified staff to Australia’s leading employers. Workforce Extensions has a unique and unrivalled business model. Our local offices are supported by a National Office so you receive dedicated, personal and proactive service at the local level each time.

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    Staffing Requirements*

    Location

    155 Melbourne Road Rippleside, Victoria 3215

    T: (03) 4246 0460

    [email protected]

    Our Team

    Justin Thompson
    Director
    Justin started his career in the recruitment industry in 2005, holding a diploma in Business and an Advanced Diploma in HR. He has an extensive background in Business Development, Employment Consulting, HR Management, and Executive Recruitment. His vast knowledge and expertise has been instrumental in identifying growth opportunities, forging partnerships and expanding businesses across Victoria. Justin is a strong advocate for mental health awareness, serving as a host for MR Perfect Men’s Mental Health and as a board member for Voice FM. Beyond his professional pursuits, Justin is an active sports enthusiast. He enjoys playing cricket and football and has completed multiple marathons. This reflects his perseverance and goal-oriented mindset, further enhancing his ability to connect with both clients and candidates.
    Justin Thompson
    Director
    Justin started his career in the recruitment industry in 2005, holding a diploma in Business and an Advanced Diploma in HR. He has an extensive background in Business Development, Employment Consulting, HR Management, and Executive Recruitment. His vast knowledge and expertise has been instrumental in identifying growth opportunities, forging partnerships and expanding businesses across Victoria. Justin is a strong advocate for mental health awareness, serving as a host for MR Perfect Men’s Mental Health and as a board member for Voice FM. Beyond his professional pursuits, Justin is an active sports enthusiast. He enjoys playing cricket and football and has completed multiple marathons. This reflects his perseverance and goal-oriented mindset, further enhancing his ability to connect with both clients and candidates.
    Peter Papas
    Business Development Manager
    Peter joined the Workforce Extensions Geelong team in mid 2021 as the Business Development Manager. With his background in Employment Services and Sales, he demonstrates his passion of connecting businesses to their new employees. Peter, being born and raised in Geelong, possesses an in-depth understanding of the local employment market. This allows him to navigate the Geelong market with precision. With this valuable insight, he is a trusted advisor, ensuring both candidates and clients receive tailored and informed guidance throughout the recruitment process.
    Peter Papas
    Business Development Manager
    Peter joined the Workforce Extensions Geelong team in mid 2021 as the Business Development Manager. With his background in Employment Services and Sales, he demonstrates his passion of connecting businesses to their new employees. Peter, being born and raised in Geelong, possesses an in-depth understanding of the local employment market. This allows him to navigate the Geelong market with precision. With this valuable insight, he is a trusted advisor, ensuring both candidates and clients receive tailored and informed guidance throughout the recruitment process.
    Keira Batch
    Administrative Assistant
    Keira has been an integral part of the Workforce Extensions Geelong team for several years, consistently demonstrating her dedication and reliability as an Administration Assistant. Keira holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, which is reflected through her passion for serving people and delivering exceptional customer service. Keira actively strives to streamline recruitment processes, ensuring a seamless experience for all candidates. Her creative abilities and strong interest in social media contribute to her valuable presence across our platforms. When you reach out to Workforce Extensions Geelong, you can be confident that Keira will warmly welcome you and provide exceptional assistance.
    Keira Batch
    Administrative Assistant
    Keira has been an integral part of the Workforce Extensions Geelong team for several years, consistently demonstrating her dedication and reliability as an Administration Assistant. Keira holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, which is reflected through her passion for serving people and delivering exceptional customer service. Keira actively strives to streamline recruitment processes, ensuring a seamless experience for all candidates. Her creative abilities and strong interest in social media contribute to her valuable presence across our platforms. When you reach out to Workforce Extensions Geelong, you can be confident that Keira will warmly welcome you and provide exceptional assistance.
    Meg Gray
    Office Coordinator
    Meg is a dedicated and reliable Office Coordinator who is responsible for managing and overseeing the administration and payroll operations. She has a strong background in Sales, Managerial and Finance roles, which enables her to provide comprehensive support to clients across all sectors. Meg’s expertise allows her to effectively address the administrative needs of our clients, ensuring smooth operations and efficient processes. Her commitment to adapt to the requirements of her work, contributes significantly to our recruitment team.
    Meg Gray
    Office Coordinator
    Meg is a dedicated and reliable Office Coordinator who is responsible for managing and overseeing the administration and payroll operations. She has a strong background in Sales, Managerial and Finance roles, which enables her to provide comprehensive support to clients across all sectors. Meg’s expertise allows her to effectively address the administrative needs of our clients, ensuring smooth operations and efficient processes. Her commitment to adapt to the requirements of her work, contributes significantly to our recruitment team.

    Our Services

    Temporary and Permanent Placements

    Workforce Extensions Geelong efficiently assists employers and workers so both parties arrive at a fair contract for labour hire services requested and provided. Our labour hire service experience has spanned for more than a decade so we have developed an effective process of scrutinising and selecting only the most suitably workers for clients.

    When we manage staffing requirements, we save you time by taking variable labour demand out of your equation. Workforce Extensions Geelong understands the difficulties of managing employees and complying with labour laws so take this burden off your shoulders. We specialise in the technical and legal requirements of recruiting employees.

    Labour Hire Rates are inclusive of:

    • Superannuation
    • Public Liability Insurance
    • Payroll Tax
    • Workers Compensation

    When it comes to managing employment and complying with labour laws and rules in Victoria, you can rely on Workforce Extensions Geelong.

    Our vacancies

    Production Labourers - Penrith

    Manufacturing
    • Penrith, New South Wales
    • AUD 30 - 32 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime available
    We are currently seeking applicants for multiple labouring positions based with our valued client's Penrith location.
    • Penrith, New South Wales
    • AUD 30 - 32 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime available

    Welder/Boilermaker

    Engineering
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 45 - 47 /Hourly
    • Type: Contract
    • Benefits: Double time for OT, commencing asap
    Workforce Extensions Geelong are seeking an experienced Welder/Boilermaker for an immediate opportunity commencing asap.
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 45 - 47 /Hourly
    • Type: Contract
    • Benefits: Double time for OT, commencing asap

    Factory and Warehouse Staff

    Manufacturing
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 35 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime and shift allowances
    We have a number of Factory & Warehouse positions available with Geelong based employers. Day, Afternoon, and Night shifts available Monday to Friday.
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 35 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime and shift allowances

    Crane Operator

    Manufacturing
    • Penrith, New South Wales
    • AUD 36 - 37 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Day shift, plenty of overtime.
    If you've completed your CN (or above) Crane licence and are seeking a career opportunity then apply now. Full time with great earning potential.
    • Penrith, New South Wales
    • AUD 36 - 37 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Day shift, plenty of overtime.

    Assembly Leading Hand

    Manufacturing
    • Hoppers Crossing, Victoria
    • AUD 35 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    If you have strong assembly experience and are seeking a senior role with a speclialist manufacturer then lets talk! Day shift role commencing asap.
    • Hoppers Crossing, Victoria
    • AUD 35 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time

    Service Manager

    Manufacturing
    • Ararat, Victoria
    • AUD 70000 - 90000 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Four day work weeks
    Join the team at Overlanda Caravans as a Service Manager with four day work weeks. A fast growing team with negotiable $ based on previous experience
    • Ararat, Victoria
    • AUD 70000 - 90000 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Four day work weeks

    Accountant

    Accounting & Finance
    • Ballarat, Victoria
    • AUD 70000 - 130000 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Open to negotiation based on experience
    If you are considering your next accounting opportunity then this could be the role for you. Join a long established and highly respected firm.
    • Ballarat, Victoria
    • AUD 70000 - 130000 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Open to negotiation based on experience

    Extruder Operators

    Manufacturing
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 35 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime, long term job stability
    We are seeking experienced Extruder Operators for permanent day and afternoon shifts. Overtime available with long term job stability.
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 35 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime, long term job stability

    Warehouse Operator

    Transport & Logistics
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 34 /Hourly
    • Type: Casual
    • Benefits: Monday to Friday
    If you're an experienced Warehouse Operator with a current forklift licence and a background using overhead cranes then we have an opportunity for you
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 34 /Hourly
    • Type: Casual
    • Benefits: Monday to Friday

    Experienced Civil Labourers

    Building & Construction
    • Ballarat, Victoria
    • AUD 36 - 38 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime, local work, no weekends!
    Opportunities for Civil Labourers, Pipelayers or Leading Hands looking work in the Ballarat area are available now. Full time hours with no weekends!
    • Ballarat, Victoria
    • AUD 36 - 38 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime, local work, no weekends!

    Travel Consultant

    Events & Entertainment
    • Ballarat, Victoria
    • AUD 60000 - 70000 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Ongoing training & development
    Join the highly successful and award winning team at Frank Ford Travel Ballarat. A fantastic full time role for an experienced Travel Consultant.
    • Ballarat, Victoria
    • AUD 60000 - 70000 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Ongoing training & development

    Production Team Members

    Manufacturing
    • Beaufort, Victoria
    • AUD 29 - 32 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Discount Benefits
    We have multiple positions available for Production Staff who are seeking full time work with a leading manufacturer.
    • Beaufort, Victoria
    • AUD 29 - 32 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Discount Benefits

    Night Shift Labourers (Cold Storage)

    Meat, Poultry & Dairy
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 40 - 41 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Additional Allowances
    Workforce Extensions Geelong continue to work with the team at M.C. Herd to recruit workers for their Night shift operations.
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 40 - 41 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Additional Allowances

    Careers at GT Recycling

    Manufacturing
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time
    GT Recycling is an innovative, family owned and operated plastic and cardboard recycling company.
    • Geelong, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Full-time

    Manufacturing Staff

    Manufacturing
    • Colac, Victoria
    • AUD 28 - 36 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime and RDO's
    Workforce Extensions Geelong have begun working with the team at AKD to assist their recruitment team in filling many available positions. These positions are based at their large sawmill facility in Colac
    • Colac, Victoria
    • AUD 28 - 36 /Annually
    • Type: Full-time
    • Benefits: Overtime and RDO's

    IT Technical Support Consultants

    IT
    • Melbourne, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Contract
    We are currently seeking contract, IT Support Technicians to join our clients team as as part of the 'Technical Support to Schools Program
    • Melbourne, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Contract

    IT Technical Support Consultants

    IT
    • Melbourne, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Contract
    We are currently seeking contract, IT Support Technicians to join our clients team as as part of the 'Technical Support to Schools Program
    • Melbourne, Victoria
    • AUD 30 - 40 /Hourly
    • Type: Contract