Better hires start behind the scenes

Finding a candidate is only part of the recruitment process. Better hires often require market insight, local networks, conversations, sourcing and screening to ensure the people you interview are people genuinely worth meeting.

We do the work required to help you make a more informed hiring decision.

Find your Next Employee

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What we do

Expert Employment Solution

Customer experience and knowledge of the local employment landscape have been the drivers of our success and ensure that we deliver the best employment solutions, year on year. We make you part of the conversation, so you can find the people you need to join your team and help take your business to the next level.

We cover a range of sectors including Executive, Finance / Accounting, Human resources, Legal, Information technology, Marketing, Administration, Engineering / Technical and Community.

We save you valuable time and money

Effective recruitment is of course, a time-consuming process. From writing the advert to interviewing the candidates, it is important to consider every variable to increase your chances of securing the right person, particularly if your vacancy is likely to be popular.

As well as those who are actively looking for work, there are many people who just like to keep an eye on the market in case a ‘too good to refuse’ opportunity becomes available. Because we have worked with so many people across a wind range of sectors over the years, our network is considerable.

We Work with the best

We reference check all our candidates and ensure we only supply you with the best skilled person for the job. This is important with all vacancies, but with unexpected, temporary roles which require staff immediately, time is of the essence.

We save your business many valuable hours of sourcing, interviewing candidates, skills testing and reference checking to make sure the person you hire, can hit the ground running.

Need someone with a more unusual skillset? Speak to us today and start your search for the perfect candidate.

A shortlist is only the tip of the iceberg

What you see

A careful selected shortlist

Candidate profiles

Interview ready applicants

What CBC does to get there

Understanding your business

Correctly defining the role

Mapping out recruitment strategy

Candidate sourcing

Outreach and advertising

Reviewing applications

Screening and Interviews

Skills and experience assessments

Salary and expectation management

Candidate coaching

Reference checking

Psychometric testing where appropriate

Interview coordination

Candidate communication and follow-up

Less time recruiting. More confidence hiring.

Our clients benefit from a more informed recruitment process, stronger candidate matches and the confidence that every recommendation has been considered with care, context and professional judgement.

Our expertise, your success

Recruitment Expertise

Hire confidently with market insights and workforce planning advice.

Partnership Driven Service

An extension of your business, we’re here for practical support and trusted advice.

Quality Assured (ISO 9001)

ISO 9001:2015 certified, you can be assured we are at the forefront of best practice.

Candidate Matching

Aligning skills, values, and culture ensures long-term placement success.

Deep Local Knowledge

Regional expertise and connections provide you with access to high-quality talent.

The CBC Recruitment Process

Step 1

We understand your business

We take the time to understand your organisation, the role, responsibilities, culture and what success looks like.

Step 2

Search for the right people

Combining advertising, our networks, existing candidate relationships and targeted sourcing, we help you find the right people for your role.

Step 3

Screening, so you don’t have to

Rather than bombard you with resumes, we interview and assess candidates before they even reach your desk. This helps us understand their experience, capability and suitability.

Step 4

Assessments and testing

We reference check all our candidates and ensure we only supply you with the best skilled person for the job. Where appropriate we conduct skills testing and psychometric assessments to provide additional insights.

Step 5

Preparing for interview

We want every interview to be as productive as possible for you, and the candidates. We ensure candidates receive interview guidance, so they understand you, the opportunities and can highlight the most relevant content in your discussions.

Step 6

Meet the very best candidates

We shortlist the candidates we believe are genuinely worth your time, so you can rest assured all interviews are great opportunities to connect with a potential new employee.

See how CBC can support your business

Download our Capability Statement for an overview of our recruitment services, experience and approach.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a recruitment agency actually do beyond sending resumes?

Our team carefully review and screens every application and resume received before progressing candidates. We meet every candidate to understand their experience and goals, and we stay in regular contact throughout the process to ensure the team finds the best fit and keeps candidates engaged.

Before recommending a candidate, we assess their skills, qualifications, experience, cultural fit, career aspirations and practical needs, including salary expectations, work-life balance and availability, against the client’s role requirements, the ideal candidate profile and business priorities.

How does CBC get to know our business?

Finding the right fit for your time starts with understanding your business, culture and needs, which is why CBC takes the time to meet with clients in person before commencing recruitment.

This allows us to understand the business, the role requirements, the workplace environment and what the client is aiming to achieve. It also helps us assess whether the opportunity aligns with each candidate’s skills, goals and next career move. Strong recruitment relies on understanding a client’s culture, team dynamics, technical requirements and long-term objectives before recommending candidates.

How do you assess the right fit for a vacancy?

When finding the right fit between employer and candidate, it’s important to look beyond the job description and resume.

For candidates, assess their skills, qualifications, experience, cultural fit, career aspirations and practical needs, including salary expectations, work-life balance and availability, against the client’s role requirements, the ideal candidate profile and business priorities.

For employers, it is crucial to consider company culture, team dynamics, technical requirements and long-term objectives, while assessing whether the candidate aligns with those attributes.

Why use a local recruitment agency?

A local recruitment agency brings more than access to candidates. It can bring an understanding of the local market, salary expectations, skills availability, regional challenges, and an extended pool of candidates.

With more than 38 years of experience across Cairns, Townsville and North Queensland, CBC has built extensive local networks and long term relationships with candidates and employers. This gives our team valuable market insights and access to candidates who may not be actively searching or applying for positions.

What other recruitment and HR support does CBC provide?

CBC’s Recruitment Consultants bring extensive experience across the Cairns and Townsville markets. Over 38 years in business, we have developed strong partnerships and local networks that allow us to support clients beyond traditional recruitment, including HR support, mentoring, coaching, outplacement services, board recruitment, panel interviews and shortlisting. Clients can contact us at any stage of their recruitment for practical guidance and support.

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