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We’re not your run-of-the-mill traditional recruiter. And that’s the point.

We do recruitment differently, and we built Talesca to prove it. Specialist executive search, permanent and contract recruitment for organisations across energy, utilities, gas and water infrastructure, and engineering.

We built Talesca because recruitment was broken.

Too many hiring managers were getting shortlists with no context. Too many candidates were getting generic LinkedIn messages and ghosted afterwards. Too many recruitment agencies were operating like it was still 2010: opaque processes, transactional placements, and a “trust us” approach to communication. Both sides deserved better. So we built it.

We’re not chasing volume. We’re not sending mass outreach. We work with fewer clients so we can go deeper, and we treat every search as a long-term partnership, not a transaction. That’s what we mean when we say recruitment, reimagined.

Specialist sectors. Defined focus.

We work exclusively across the sectors building and operating Australia’s critical infrastructure. Each comes with its own technical demands, regulatory environment and talent challenges, and we know them inside out.

  • Energy Transition & Renewables

    Supporting organisations driving decarbonisation and system transformation, from renewable generation and storage to emerging technologies.

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  • Transmission & Distribution

    High-voltage networks, grid infrastructure and asset management, where reliability, regulation and long-term planning are critical.

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  • Water & gas infrastructure

    Essential services underpinning communities, including network operations, capital works and asset maintenance.

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  • Engineering & Project Delivery

    Design consultancies, EPC environments and asset owners delivering complex infrastructure projects.

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There’s a reason clients come back.

candidates per shortlist, on average
2–3
average time from brief to shortlist
13 days
of clients come back to hire again
61%
specialists placed since 2023
250+

How we partner with clients

Whether you’re building technical teams, securing specialist contractors or appointing senior leadership, we tailor the approach to the brief.

  • Permanent Recruitment

    Long-term hires for critical capability.

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  • Contract & project recruitment

    Specialist contractors for delivery environments.

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  • Executive Search

    Leadership for complex infrastructure and energy transition programs.

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For candidates

If you’re exploring your next role in energy, utilities or engineering, you should expect more than a generic LinkedIn message and a one-line job description. When we approach you about a role, you’ll get a personalised video from the recruiter handling the search, the full position description, an overview of the company and its leadership, and clear context on why the opportunity fits, before you decide whether to engage.

From first contact to placement, you’re treated as a professional, not a CV in a pipeline.

What candidates say

  • “Kevin approached me for a role and was highly professional, but was also friendly and very easy to speak with. I was content in my current role but open to new opportunities, and I felt Kevin was very effective at managing expectations because of this. Ultimately I went for the new role and was successful at getting it. But what sold me on the move was Kevin’s long standing relationship with the pitched company and his recommendations around it, including the strong core values and culture it had. Now being 7-months in, everything Kevin said was 100% true and I am so happy I took the role and made the move. It is a testament to Kevin’s experience and genuine nature in communicating with clients and prospective recruits. Thanks again Kevin for your work!”

    – Beau Stoner, Networks Engineering Manager
  • “I can’t speak more highly about my experience with Kevin, from the first message I received to after being placed in my new role. Kevin is a warm, bubbly and extremely charismatic and caring. He was prompt in responding to my questions and needs, negotiated terms that met my requirements and continues to check in me 6 months down the track.”

    – Kahlia Steele
  • “I have known Kevin for almost 4 years, when he facilitated my transition from Singapore to Australia to work with an international consulting firm. Throughout my relationship with Kevin I have always found him to be very professional and willing to listen and add value to our discussions. His advice is based on a deep understanding of the market and industry trends. He has been excellent at maintaining connection both before my move and following my placement. We have maintained a working relationship, and has been a valued advisor on recruitment in what is a resource constrained market. I look forward to working with Kevin into the future.”

    – Dave Maslin
  • “I had the absolute pleasure of working with Kevin to find my new role within the renewables sector. Kevin genuinely cares about finding the right person for the role and has extensive knowledge of the sector, which was very reassuring coming from a different field. Kevin was very open about the process and was transparent with information the whole way through.”

    – Max Rounds
  • “Wonderful experience in dealing with Kevin at Talesca. He was very professional and provided great advice. I recommend Talesca’s services for anyone looking for a new role or looking to fill in a role at your organisation. I wish Kevin and Talesca the very best for the future.”

    – Saju Pothen
  • “Thanks Kevin and Talesca for you efforts in making my recruitment process a pleasant one. I really appreciated the regular updates and the genuine interest in assisting people and businesses find the right match. Cheers.”

    – Chris Pickford
  • “Working with Kevin Warner from Talesca had been a great pleasure. He found me the best fit job that matches both my need and experience. kevin Warner is good at replying at emails and texts. He makes sure he covers everything you talk to him about and he is great with details. I highly recommend Kevin Warner and Talesca.”

    – Hajar Akif, Electrical/Transmission Line Engineer
  • “Brendan was incredibly helpful in securing my current job. He assisted me throughout the application process, providing the best support and advice for my career and visa situation. He is very approachable and responds quickly to any concerns.”

    – Quincy Manapol
  • “I greatly appreciated Brittney’s professionalism and genuine care during my move to Australia. Although I ultimately pursued a different opportunity, her support in presenting well‐matched options that were aligned with my goals really showed the purposeful, candidate-centred approach I value when working with recruiters. She even followed up after my move to ensure I had settled in, which I saw as going above and beyond.”

    – Rukshan DeSilva
  • “Sophie was absolutely wonderful throughout my recruitment journey. After some disappointing experiences with recruiters in the past, she was a breath of fresh air — kind, professional, and incredibly attentive. She answered every query, returned every call, and consistently kept my anxiety at bay with even the smallest updates. Sophie’s communication was clear, empathetic, and supportive, making the entire process seamless and stress-free. Thanks to her guidance, I landed my current role three months ago, and she still checks in regularly, which I truly appreciate. Overall, working with Sophie was an amazing and pleasant experience, and I hope other recruitment professionals show the same level of care and empathy.”

    – Faimni Ahmed

Where specialist knowledge meets local strength

Each team member brings their own specialisation across the sectors we serve, and a shared commitment to doing recruitment properly. That focus means every client and every candidate gets a partner who actually understands their world.

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