Manufacturing recruitment and workforce solutions
With over two decades of experience working alongside farmers, agribusinesses and manufacturers, we know what it takes to keep your operations running smoothly. RWM combines local and international people to meet your workforce needs.
Manufacturing recruitment and workforce solutions
With over two decades of experience working alongside farmers, agribusinesses and manufacturers, we know what it takes to keep your operations running smoothly. RWM combines local and international people to meet your workforce needs.
Manufacturing recruitment and workforce solutions
With over two decades of experience working alongside farmers, agribusinesses and manufacturers, we know what it takes to keep your operations running smoothly. RWM combines local and international people to meet your workforce needs.
From the ground up – a hands on approach to manufacturing
Our approach spans every aspect of the manufacturing process, from production lines to quality control, packaging and logistics. We understand that manufacturing involves a wide range of roles across the food supply chain and we provide flexible recruitment solutions.
As a one-stop-shop for flexible recruitment, we find people for casual, permanent and international placements to ensure you have the right talent for every step of the process.
From the ground up – a hands on approach to manufacturing
Our approach spans every aspect of the manufacturing process, from production lines to quality control, packaging and logistics. We understand that manufacturing involves a wide range of roles across the food supply chain and we provide flexible recruitment solutions.
As a one-stop-shop for flexible recruitment, we find people for casual, permanent and international placements to ensure you have the right talent for every step of the process.
Deep roots in regional Australia, reaching across the nation
Our story starts in the heart of regional Australia. We’ve built our expertise by supporting businesses in rural and remote areas where challenges are unique and the need for reliable workers is critical.
With local knowledge and strong community ties, we understand what makes your business tick and the skills you need to succeed. While our roots are firmly planted in regional communities, we proudly offer our services across the country, including metro areas, with the same commitment to quality and care.
Deep roots in regional Australia, reaching across the nation
Our story starts in the heart of regional Australia. We’ve built our expertise by supporting businesses in rural and remote areas where challenges are unique and the need for reliable workers is critical.
With local knowledge and strong community ties, we understand what makes your business tick and the skills you need to succeed. While our roots are firmly planted in regional communities, we proudly offer our services across the country, including metro areas, with the same commitment to quality and care.
Manufacturing roles we recruit
RWM recruits all types of workers to meet the demands of your manufacturing process. Here’s a look at some of the roles we can help fill:
- Process worker
- Machine operators
- Pickers and packers
- Warehousing, storage and distribution
- Production manager
- Forklift operator
Manufacturing roles we recruit
RWM recruits all types of workers to meet the demands of your manufacturing process. Here’s a look at some of the roles we can help fill:
- Process worker
- Machine operators
- Pickers and packers
- Warehousing, storage and distribution
- Production manager
- Forklift operator
One brand, comprehensive services
We bring you tailored workforce solutions in one place so you can save time and money with a productive, reliable and engaged workforce.
One brand, comprehensive services
We bring you tailored workforce solutions in one place so you can save time and money with a productive, reliable and engaged workforce.
One brand, comprehensive services
We bring you tailored workforce solutions in one place so you can save time and money with a productive, reliable and engaged workforce.
Labour hire
Scale up confidently with local and PALM workers – flexible, reliable and ready to meet your operational or seasonal demands.
Permanent Recruitment
Find an exceptional fit – someone who shares your values, commitment and drive for long term success and growth.
International
(non-PALM)
Access skilled international workers and backpackers when locals aren’t available, building a reliable, hardworking team beyond borders.
Traineeships
Invest in your business’s future with tailored training and qualifications that build skills, confidence and long term success.
International
(non-PALM)
Access skilled international workers and backpackers when locals aren’t available, building a reliable, hardworking team beyond borders.
Traineeships
Invest in your business’s future with tailored training and qualifications that build skills, confidence and long term success.
The largest PALM Scheme provider
The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme offers invaluable benefits for businesses in the manufacturing industry. By recruiting workers directly from the Pacific Islands and Timor Leste, we provide you with a reliable, skilled workforce.
Rather than just sourcing candidates from Australia, we take a proactive approach by recruiting directly in country. We collaborate closely with Labour Sending Units (LSUs) to ensure workers are well prepared before arriving in Australia. This in country recruitment process helps smooth the transition for your business, ensuring that candidates are fully equipped to meet your specific needs, whether in meat processing, packaging, or quality control.
The largest PALM Scheme provider
The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme offers invaluable benefits for businesses in the manufacturing industry. By recruiting workers directly from the Pacific Islands and Timor Leste, we provide you with a reliable, skilled workforce.
Rather than just sourcing candidates from Australia, we take a proactive approach by recruiting directly in country. We collaborate closely with Labour Sending Units (LSUs) to ensure workers are well prepared before arriving in Australia. This in country recruitment process helps smooth the transition for your business, ensuring that candidates are fully equipped to meet your specific needs, whether in meat processing, packaging, or quality control.
Pacific Island and Timorese workers
Client sites across rural, regional and metro Australia
Traineeships building skills and futures
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Sent back to worker's home nations
Pacific Island and Timorese workers
Client sites across rural, regional and metro Australia
Traineeships building skills and futures
$
Sent back to worker's home nations
The PALM Scheme
Benefits for businesses
A reliable and dedicated workforce to meet operational needs
Streamlined recruitment and onboarding processes that saves you valuable time
Increased productivity and output, helping to overcome labour shortages
24/7 pastoral care and support for employee wellbeing
High employee retention, reducing turnover and recruitment expenses
Reduced training costs, thanks to our pre-screening and in country recruitment methods
A dedicated account manager to support your business through the entire process
ISO-certified processes that maintain high standards in safety and ethics, ensuring compliance in an ever-changing legislative landscape
The PALM Scheme
Benefits for businesses
A reliable and dedicated workforce to meet operational needs
Streamlined recruitment and onboarding processes that saves you valuable time
Increased productivity and output, helping to overcome labour shortages
24/7 pastoral care and support for employee wellbeing
High employee retention, reducing turnover and recruitment expenses
Reduced training costs, thanks to our pre-screening and in country recruitment methods
A dedicated account manager to support your business through the entire process
ISO-certified processes that maintain high standards in safety and ethics, ensuring compliance in an ever-changing legislative landscape
The PALM Scheme
Benefits for businesses
A reliable and dedicated workforce to meet operational needs
Streamlined recruitment and onboarding, saving you time
Boosted productivity and output by overcoming labour shortages
24/7 pastoral care and support for employee wellbeing
High retention rates, reducing turnover and recruitment costs
Boosted productivity and output by overcoming labour shortages
Dedicated account manager for each host employer to guide you through the process
High standards in safety and ethics, our processes are fully ISO certified, ensuring compliance and reliability in an evolving legislative landscape
A reliable and dedicated workforce to meet operational needs
Streamlined recruitment and onboarding, saving you time
Boosted productivity and output by overcoming labour shortages
24/7 pastoral care and support for employee wellbeing
High retention rates, reducing turnover and recruitment costs
Lower training costs, due to our pre-screening and in country recruitment process
Dedicated account manager for each host employer to guide you through the process
High standards in safety and ethics, our processes are fully ISO certified, ensuring compliance and reliability in an evolving legislative landscape
Backpackers
Quick and flexible workforce solutions
Backpackers on working holiday visas (417 or 462) are keen to take on short-term work, offering an ideal solution for businesses in manufacturing needing to scale quickly to meet fluctuating demand.
We connect you with reliable, flexible workers who are ready to step into roles across both metro and regional locations. With local knowledge and nationwide reach, we provide the right workforce at the right time, ensuring smooth operations and managing fluctuation demands.
Backpackers
Quick and flexible workforce solutions
Backpackers on working holiday visas (417 or 462) are keen to take on short-term work, offering an ideal solution for businesses in manufacturing needing to scale quickly to meet fluctuating demand.
We connect you with reliable, flexible workers who are ready to step into roles across both metro and regional locations. With local knowledge and nationwide reach, we provide the right workforce at the right time, ensuring smooth operations and managing fluctuation demands.
International
Skilled talent from around the world
Finding the right skilled workers can be difficult, especially when finding skilled talent in Australia can be difficult. Our international recruitment services help you tap into a global talent pool to fill key roles including boilermakers, fitters, and heavy diesel mechanics.
With our expertise in the Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visa, we guide you and workers through every step of the process. This starts with interviews and skills assessments through to visa processing and compliance, ensuring the transition to supporting your staffing needs is smooth.
International
Skilled talent from around the world
Finding the right skilled workers can be difficult, especially when finding skilled talent in Australia can be difficult. Our international recruitment services help you tap into a global talent pool to fill key roles including boilermakers, fitters, and heavy diesel mechanics.
With our expertise in the Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visa, we guide you and workers through every step of the process. This starts with interviews and skills assessments through to visa processing and compliance, ensuring the transition to supporting your staffing needs is smooth.
Our country foundations - your strength
We understand regional Australia like no one else
With 20 years of deep regional expertise, RWM connects businesses in all corners of Australia with local and international talent, whilst offering workers jobs tailored to their unique needs.
From paddock to plate, a variety of solutions
Flexible casual, permanent and international staffing solutions across the food and agri supply chain, saving you time and resources.
Australia’s largest PALM Scheme provider
Connecting local businesses with hardworking, reliable and engaged workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor Leste, fostering success that lasts.
Our country foundations - your strength
We understand regional Australia like no one else
With 20 years of deep regional expertise, RWM connects businesses in all corners of Australia with local and international talent, whilst offering workers jobs tailored to their unique needs.
From paddock to plate, a variety of solutions
Flexible casual, permanent and international staffing solutions across the food and agri supply chain, saving you time and resources.
Australia’s largest PALM Scheme provider
Connecting local businesses with hardworking, reliable and engaged workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor Leste, fostering success that lasts.
Our country foundations - your strength
We understand regional Australia like no one else
With 20 years of deep regional expertise, RWM connects businesses in all corners of Australia with local and international talent, whilst offering workers jobs tailored to their unique needs.
From paddock to plate, a variety of solutions
Flexible casual, permanent and international staffing solutions across the food and agri supply chain, saving you time and resources.
Australia’s largest PALM Scheme provider
Connecting local businesses with hardworking, reliable and engaged workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor Leste, fostering success that lasts.
Let's strengthen your workforce together
Partner with RWM for reliable, skilled and adaptable workers who can adapt to your needs. Let’s set your workforce up for success.
If you're looking to work in Australia, please
do not fill out this form. Contact us via our
contact page or read more in this article about
how to join the PALM scheme.
Manufacturing client
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Tim McBride
General Manager Operations
Tim McBride
General Manager Operations
Let’s strengthen your workforce together
Partner with RWM for reliable, skilled and adaptable workers who can adapt to your needs. Let’s set your workforce up for success.
If you're looking to work in Australia, please
do not fill out this form. Contact us via our
contact page or read more in this article about
how to join the PALM scheme.
Manufacturing client
We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Please try again later.
Manufacturing recruitment FAQs
What manufacturing roles does RWM recruit for?
RWM recruits a number of manufacturing roles including process workers, machine operators, pickers and packers, warehousing/storage/distribution staff, production managers and forklift operators covering production lines through to logistics. To let us know about a manufacturing vacancy, get in touch via this form or call 1800 380 833.
Can RWM help scale our manufacturing workforce up or down?
Yes, RWM draws on our pool of local workers, backpackers on working holiday visas and PALM scheme employees to flex your headcount in either direction. Backpackers offer a quick way to scale up during busy periods, while PALM Scheme workers give you a more considered option for sustained demand. Placements can run from short term visas of up to 9 months right through to longer term arrangements of up to 4 years, depending on how long your peak lasts. Whichever mix you need, we manage the recruitment, onboarding and payroll so scaling up or winding back down doesn't become an admin burden on your end.
How does the PALM Scheme apply to manufacturing businesses?
Before recruitment begins, we carry out labour market testing to demonstrate the roles can't be filled locally. From there, we recruit workers directly from the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste in country, working closely with Labour Sending Units so candidates are fully prepped before they arrive, ready to step into roles like meat processing, machine operating, packaging, warehousing or quality control.
The full process typically takes 8-12 weeks, covering in country recruitment, visa processing and mobilisation. Once workers land in Australia, they're supported by a site manager and our Cultural Welfare Officers, who provide ongoing, hands on pastoral care so workers settle in and stay reliable and engaged in the role.
Can RWM source skilled trades for manufacturing, like fitters or boilermakers?
Yes, RWM recruits skilled trades for manufacturing through our international recruitment services and Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visa expertise, we help fill critical skilled roles that are hard to source locally.
Does RWM handle both casual and permanent manufacturing placements?
Yes, RWM is a one stop shop for casual, permanent and international placements, so you're not juggling separate recruiters for different types of roles.
