Candidate Management Specialist

Be the reason someone has an incredible first day at work.

Every great employee journey starts with a great onboarding experience. Based in Alice Springs as the Candidate Management Specialist, you'll be the friendly face behind the scenes, guiding new employees from the moment they accept their offer through to their first day, ensuring they feel supported, informed and excited to join the team.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive Salary with additional allowances
• Flexible Hours a great work/life balance
• Make a genuine difference to someone's first experience with Amentum
• Coordinate the onboarding experience guide new employees from offer acceptance through to their first day
• Join a supportive Talent Acquisition team focused on delivering an exceptional employee experience

What You'll Be Doing

From the moment a candidate accepts their offer, you'll take ownership of their onboarding journey. You'll coordinate every step behind the scenes from medicals, visas, security clearances and relocation to orientation and system access ensuring every detail is in place before day one.

Success in this role comes from being self-motivated, highly organised, and genuinely customer focused. You'll anticipate what's needed, solve problems before they become roadblocks, and provide every candidate with a professional, welcoming experience that leaves them feeling confident and excited to join Amentum.

In this role, you will:

• Guide candidates through every stage of the onboarding journey.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities including medicals, background checks, security clearances and relocation.
• Keep candidates informed and supported with regular communication.
• Work closely with hiring managers, HR and internal support teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
• Coordinate orientation activities and prepare employees for a successful first day.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous improvements across the onboarding process.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people and takes pride in creating a positive experience. You'll be organised, proactive and thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

You'll also bring

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and learning new systems.
• A positive attitude, initiative and a passion for helping others.

Why Alice Springs?

Alice Springs offers a lifestyle unlike anywhere else in Australia. Surrounded by stunning landscapes and a vibrant local community, it's a place where you can enjoy shorter commutes, a relaxed pace of life, and unforgettable weekend adventures. Whether you're exploring the MacDonnell Ranges, discovering the Outback, or simply enjoying the sense of community, Alice Springs is a place where work and lifestyle come together.

Ready to Make Someone's First Day One They'll Never Forget?

If you're passionate about helping people, enjoy coordinating multiple moving parts, and want to make a genuine impact from day one, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create exceptional first impressions that set our people up for success.