Talent Acquisition Lead - Operations

About the role

Carma is a fast‑growing digital pre‑owned car dealership reshaping the Australian automotive market. As the Talent Acquisition Lead – Operations you will own end‑to‑end recruitment for Carma’s high‑pace operational workforce, partnering with production and logistics leaders to build talent pipelines and scale hiring quickly.

Key responsibilities

• Lead recruitment for frontline, skilled‑trades and operational roles, translating workforce plans into hiring campaigns.
• Design and execute sourcing strategies using job boards, agencies, referrals and non‑traditional channels.
• Own high‑volume hiring bursts when operational demand spikes, ensuring critical vacancies are filled promptly.
• Personally recruit hard‑to‑fill technical and specialist positions across automotive, production, logistics and operations.
• Coach and manage the Talent Acquisition team, setting priorities, removing roadblocks and driving accountability for candidate experience and quality of hire.
• Use recruitment data (time‑to‑fill, source effectiveness, offer acceptance) to identify bottlenecks and improve outcomes.
• Introduce technology, automation and AI to streamline recruitment processes and enhance data‑driven decision‑making.
• Act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, providing market insight and shaping employer branding for skilled talent.

Required profile

• Proven full‑cycle recruitment experience in fast‑paced, complex environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and set direction for a Talent Acquisition team.
• Track record of high‑volume hiring and targeted sourcing for difficult‑to‑fill technical and frontline roles.
• Strong understanding of skilled‑trades and operational talent markets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills with influence at senior levels.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Continuous‑improvement mindset and comfort working in ambiguous, high‑growth settings.
• Tech‑savvy with passion for adopting new recruitment tools and systems.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape recruitment strategy in one of Australia’s fastest‑growing automotive businesses.
• Collaborative, high‑growth environment where ideas have real impact.
• Modern open‑plan office with fresh coffee, snack stash and Friday rooftop drinks.
• Employee discounts on Carma cars, parts and NRMA cover.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and a supportive workplace culture.