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With over 30 years of industry expertise and a track record of 500+ successful leadership appointments, we have continually supported clients within our core industries to secure local, national, and global talent.

We leverage our industry expertise to forge strategic partnerships with organisations in the Mining, Engineered Products, Industrial Technology, Construction Materials, and Engineering sectors. Our focus lies in facilitating leadership and executive appointments, ensuring our clients have access to talent that drives continuous improvement and business success.

With a deep understanding of the intricacies of these industries, we tailor our talent solutions to meet our client’s needs. Whether it’s identifying key executives or sourcing specialised technical talent, we excel in delivering results that propel businesses forward.

At Xtrava Group, our commitment to excellence, transparency and collaboration, make us the trusted partner for companies seeking to build high-performing teams in STEM-related sectors. We help you unlock the full potential of your organisation through strategic talent acquisition and support.

Industry

Mining, Metals & Minerals

For more than a decade, our Partners who specialise in the Mining industry, have been a cornerstone of support for companies within this vital industry. We specialise in providing comprehensive talent solutions that transcend conventional boundaries, with a strong emphasis on fostering sustainability and promoting diversity in leadership roles.

Our dedication extends beyond mere staffing; we excel in identifying and appointing exceptional leadership and executive talent across crucial areas such as operations, projects, central support functions, and executive leadership positions. 

Mining plays an indispensable role, providing the raw materials essential for infrastructure, technology, and countless everyday products. From the metals used in construction and manufacturing to the minerals powering renewable energy technologies, the mining industry is fundamental to economic development and societal progress.

Whether you’re a Junior Miner navigating project complexities or a global leader striving to enhance your organisational leadership, we offer tailored support to meet your evolving needs and have supported clients in over 40 countries. With our deep understanding of both global and local industry dynamics and our unwavering commitment to driving positive change, we stand poised to empower your organisation for sustained success.

Industry

Industrial Technology & Engineered Products

Xtrava Group’s Industrial Technology & Engineered Products division collaborates with businesses who develop cutting-edge and intelligent technological solutions that address today’s engineering, resource, and energy challenges. 

We forge partnerships with some of the world’s foremost manufacturers, who pioneer innovative engineered products and services aimed at promoting sustainability. Our scope encompasses everything from enhancing automation within manufacturing to devising water treatment and processing solutions geared towards minimising the environmental footprint of industrial operations. 

In today’s landscape, industrial manufacturers are increasingly prioritising the creation of products conducive to a low-carbon economy. Simultaneously, there’s a seismic shift unfolding in the dynamics of global production and supply chains, fueled by the ongoing automation of conventional manufacturing and industrial methodologies. Our seasoned team collaborates with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), distributors, and service providers on a global scale, catering to startups, SMEs and industry giants. 

With a track record spanning over 30 countries, our expertise covers a broad spectrum of technologies, including:

  • Flow Control
  • Rotating Equipment
  • Mining Technology
  • Filtration & Separation
  • Automation & Control
  • Process Equipment
  • Mobile Machinery
Industry

Construction Materials

Over the past decade, our team has played a pivotal role in bolstering the talent of both national and global leaders in the construction materials sector, furnishing them with leadership talent for their operational and corporate leadership requirements.

These industry-leading companies specialise in the production and distribution of essential construction materials such as cement, concrete, and aggregates. These materials serve as the foundation of countless building projects and infrastructure developments worldwide, ranging from towering skyscrapers and expansive road networks to critical utility installations and sustainable urban developments.

Every day, these construction materials are integral to a number of applications, including the construction of residential and commercial buildings, transportation infrastructure such as bridges and highways, water and wastewater management facilities, and renewable energy projects. 

By providing these vital materials, our client companies contribute significantly to global economic growth, societal progress, and environmental sustainability, playing a central role in shaping the built environment for generations to come.

Industry

Construction & Engineering

We specialise in sourcing and placing essential leadership talent at both group level and project-specific roles, catering to a diverse array of organisations within the construction and engineering sectors. Our clientele spans from Engineering Services providers, where our leadership placements drive innovation and efficiency across various technical disciplines, to Global EPCM firms embarking on groundbreaking billion-dollar development projects.

At its core, construction and engineering underpin the physical infrastructure necessary for economic activity, transportation, communication, and urban development. From the construction of roads, bridges, and airports that enable the movement of goods and people to the design and implementation of advanced telecommunications networks that connect communities globally, the contributions of this sector are ubiquitous and far-reaching.

Moreover, construction and engineering play a pivotal role in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity, including climate change, resource scarcity, and urbanisation. Through sustainable construction practices, innovative design solutions, and the integration of renewable energy technologies, the industry is driving progress towards a more resilient, equitable, and environmentally sustainable future.

Case Studies

Our Partners' successful track record

Lundin Mining

Relationship started in 2017 and is ongoing. Lundin Mining (Canadian Headquarters, 7 global operations in Sweden, USA, Chile, Portugal and Brazil, 5,000 employees)

Global Health & Safety Manager (Toronto)
  • Job briefing to Job offer – 5 weeks
  • Shortlist of 6 presented
  • 4 female candidates presented
  • Female candidate placed
  • Spent 6 years with the company
  • Received 2 promotions
Global Risk Manager (Toronto)
  • Job briefing to job offer – 11 weeks
  • Shortlist of 5 presented
  • 4 candidates from diverse background
  • Diverse candidate placed in the role
  • Still with the company after 5 years and 2 months
Health & Safety Supervisor (Eagle Mine, USA)
  •  Job briefing to Job offer – 5 weeks
  •  Shortlist of 5 presented
  • Male candidate placed
  • Spent 3 years and 10 months with the company, left and has since returned
Environmental & Permitting Manager (Eagle Mine, USA)
  • Job briefing to job offer 10 weeks
  • Shortlist of 5 presented with 2 female candidates
Global Manager – Industrial Hygiene & Safety (Toronto)
  • Shortlist of 10 presented with 7 x diverse and female candidates
  • Placed with diverse candidate
  • Candidate still with the company after 2 years and 2 months

Orica

Relationship started in 2018 and is ongoing. Orica are the World’s largest producer of commercial explosives and blasting systems, with 12,000 employees across the globe.

Head of SHES (North America) now VP SHES (North America) – Denver
  • Shortlist delivered in 3 weeks
  • Shortlist of 7 presented with 2 female candidates
  • Female candidate secured the role
  • Still with the company after 12 months
  • Received promotion to Vice President of SHES – North America
Senior Manager of Global Health – Brisbane
  • Job briefing to job offer – 6 weeks
  • Shortlist of 6 presented within 10 days
  • 50% female representation at shortlist stage
  • Placed with female candidate
  • Candidate still with the company after 4 years
Senior Manager of Global Safety – Brisbane
  • Shortlist delivered in 2 weeks
  • Shortlist of 5 presented within 2 weeks
  • 2 female candidates in the shortlist
  • Male candidate hired
  • Still with the company after 3 years and 9 months
  • Received a promotion
Senior Manager of Global Environment – Brisbane
  • Shortlist delivered in 14 days
  •  Shortlist of 5 presented with 1 female candidate
  • Candidate spent 3 years with the company
APAC Lead – Hygiene & Health – Perth
  • Shortlist delivered in 2 weeks
  • Shortlist of 4 presented
  •  75% of shortlist female or diverse
  • Completed within 5 weeks
  • Diverse candidate secured the role
  • Still with the business after 2 years

Iluka Resources

Relationship started in 2023 and is ongoing. Iluka Resources are a Mineral Sands & Rare Earths company with 6 assets nationally in Australia, 3,500 employees.

Group Health & Safety Manager – Perth
  • Shortlist delivered in 3 weeks
  • Shortlist of 6 presented with 50% female representation
  • Candidate still with the company
Principal Health & Safety (Projects) – Perth
  • Shortlist presented within 10 business days of brief
  • Long list presented of 12 candidates, with 9 female candidates forming the list
  • Female candidate secured for the position
Principal Health & Safety (Operations) – Perth
  • Shortlist presented within 14 days
  • Long list of 10 candidates presented with 6 female candidates
  • Female candidate secured
  • Candidate already received a promotion

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