CareerMatrix Ward
Global talent sourcing

International Recruitment

Nearly a decade of expertise connecting Australian employers with skilled global talent.

Why getting it right matters

We take the time to understand exactly what your business needs

Record-low unemployment and an ageing workforce have pushed Australia's skills shortages to critical levels across many industries. CareerMatrix Ward helps employers close that gap — recruiting and retaining reliable migrant staff with a process built on compliance and care.

Acting as a true extension of your business, we manage every stage of the process and stand beside you until the right people are in place.

Carpenters from the Philippines, fitters from South Africa, chefs from India — wherever the talent is, CareerMatrix Ward is set up to bring it to Australia.

International recruitment team meeting with skilled workers
Trans-Tasman talent

We recruit from New Zealand as well

For Australian employers, securing a Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS) is an essential first step in hiring international workers — and it usually takes three to four months. Our New Zealand talent pool offers a smart way to fast-track hiring while that process runs.

Kiwi citizens

Free to work in Australia without visa restrictions

Onshore visa holders

Bringing proven New Zealand work experience with them

New Zealand recruitment services — Kiwi and Australian professionals collaborating

Why recruit from New Zealand?

With an established presence across New Zealand, we connect you to skilled professionals who can step into the Australian workforce with minimal friction.

01

Reduced Timeframes

Tap New Zealand talent and skip the longer processing times of traditional international recruitment.

02

Cultural Alignment

Kiwi professionals share closely aligned work culture and values, making workplace integration nearly seamless.

03

Cost Efficiency

A streamlined recruitment and relocation pathway saves your business both time and money.

Migration and visa processing services team
Visas and Immigration

Our support continues well beyond the job offer

Everything we do is designed to lift the pressure off your business and your candidates. Our full immigration and visa service is run by a highly experienced team of Registered Migration Agents who sit under the same roof as our recruiters — so nothing is lost in handover.

We also guide candidates through the relocation journey, which can otherwise feel overwhelming.

CareerMatrix Ward's Registered Migration Agents put Australian employers first, delivering outstanding service to companies and individuals alike. Working hand in hand with our recruitment specialists, they strip the risk out of international hiring.

Our Services Include:

  • Skills assessments
  • Visa nominations and applications
  • Company Specific Labour Agreements

Our Commitment:

  • MARA Code of Conduct compliance
  • More than a decade of combined expertise
  • A demonstrated record of successful outcomes
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What Our Clients Say

Hear from Australian employers who have built strong international teams with our support

CareerMatrix Ward was instrumental in sourcing skilled Filipino carpenters for our construction projects. Their grasp of Australian requirements and international talent markets is second to none.
Sarah Mitchell
Sarah MitchellHR Director, Mitchell Construction Group
The New Zealand pathway cut months off our hiring timeline. The experienced fitters we secured integrated into our Australian operations without missing a beat.
David Chen
David ChenOperations Manager, Industrial Solutions Australia
Their visa and immigration team made the whole process stress-free. The Registered Migration Agents coordinated closely with recruitment so everything was handled professionally end to end.
Emma Thompson
Emma ThompsonCEO, Thompson Energy Solutions
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A detailed look at our global recruitment services, visa processing expertise and how we help businesses secure the skilled workers they need.

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