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BLOG // Since it’s Halloween, let’s talk about something truly scary: ghosting! Not the sheet-over-your-head type, but the business kind—and ‘cause we reckon no one else will be talking about this hot topic today, keep reading… 😉 Our stellar blog, "How Ignoring Candidates Today Can Hurt Your Hiring Tomorrow!" shines a light on the employer’s market and the tempting, towering stack of CVs just waiting to be picked through. It’s like having your own haunted mansion full of eager candidates ready to knock on your door (see what we did there? 🤣). BUT ignoring, aka ghosting, candidates can come back to haunt you. 👻 Choosing not to engage with candidates can build a reputation faster than you can say “Boo!”—and not in a good way. So, before you close that email, remember: a courteous reply email to say ‘thanks, but unfortunately…’, can save you a frightening future in talent attraction! Think you’ll be ghost-free in 2025? Read our blog post—link in comments. And if you need help with finding those awesome candidates so you don't ghost in the process, give Nick or Lee a shout. 🧔🏻 Lee Stevens ☎️ 0406 470 020 📧 [email protected] 🧔🏻♂️ Nicholas Koop ☎️ 0426 180 254 📧 [email protected] HAPPY HALLOWEEN! (yes, we did it... we said it... on LinkedIn... 🤦🏻♀️) #vividrecruitment #clearandsimple #architecture #interiordesigner #engineering #hiring

VIVID TIPS // What questions should I ask in an interview? It's obviously something we get asked about as recruiters regularly. And if you’re not asking questions in an interview, you’re missing out! But what should you ask to stand out and get the insights you need? Check out our latest blog post – 𝚃𝚘𝚙 𝟷𝟶 𝙸𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚒𝚎𝚠 𝚀𝚞𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚜 𝙴𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢 𝙲𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚒𝚍𝚊𝚝𝚎 𝚂𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚕𝚍 𝙰𝚜𝚔. These aren’t just fillers; they’ll help you understand the team, growth opportunities, and whether the company aligns with your career goals. From “What’s the biggest challenge in this role?” to “How will my performance be measured?” – these questions give YOU the power to make sure the role is the right fit. 🙌 We've also put a cheat sheet graphic together for ya! No worries, you're welcome. 😊 👉 Read the full post now... we've added the link in the comments. And if you're a candidate looking for some extra help, get in touch with the guys. 🧔🏻 Lee Stevens 0406 470 020 | [email protected] 🧔🏻♂️ Nicholas Koop 0426 180 254 | [email protected] Tell us – what’s your go-to interview question? Drop it below! 👇 #InterviewTips #JobHunting #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #RecruitmentSpecialists #Engineering #Architecture #Design #Planning

ENGINEERING JOBS // Yup, Nicholas Koop has quite a few on his radar. And while the tier 1's are still going through redundancies 🙁, he has jobs at some of the best consultancies in the country. So, if you are unsure of your pipeline into 2025, now is the time to chat. Have a peep at the below and get in touch for a confidential chat: Mechanical: - Senior Engineer - Commercial, Mission Critical, Education - $120k - Senior Engineer - Data centres a must - $130k - Associate/Associate Director - Commercial, Mixed-use, Health - $150-$200k - Associate/Associate Director - Data centres a must - $you tell me Hydraulic: - Senior Engineer - Commercial, Education, Mixed-use, Mission critical - $130k - Associate/Technical Director - Commercial, Health, Tertiary - $160-$220k - Team Lead - $160-$220k - Senior Engineer - Healthcare, Mission Critical, Pharma - $140k Electrical: - Associate/Team Lead - Commercial, Mission Critical, Tertiary - $150-$200k - Senior Engineer - Retail, Mixed use, Commercial, Healthcare - $120-$150k Call Nick today. He is more than happy to grab a coffee to go over your plans. ☎️ 0426 180 254 📧 [email protected] #vividrecruitment #clearandsimple #architecture #interiordesigner #engineering #hiring

VIVID NEWS // Last week, Nicholas Koop, our Director & Senior Recruitment Consultant, popped together a go-to resource for his engineering mates. Covering everything from emerging market trends to the latest job openings across Oz. Whether you're hunting for your next role or looking to recruit top engineering talent, we’ve got it all lined up. → Market Highlights – key industry insights, the hottest engineering sectors, and the demand for skills like digital engineering and sustainability. → Spotlight Talent – meet stand-out engineers. → Hot Jobs – open roles across cities like Brisbane, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Dive into the full edition for all this and more... and don't forget to subscribe to receive this goodness in your inbox monthly. 📬 Contact Nick for roles or a chat at: 0426 180 254 | [email protected] Nice work, Nick! 💥 #EngineeringNews #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #EngineeringJobs #Hiring

VIVID // Righito... who hasn't met these two characters yet? Meet Nicholas Koop & Lee Stevens – the dynamic duo behind Vivid Recruitment! What happens when two mates, a few beers, and a big idea come together on a Wednesday night? You get Vivid Recruitment! Nick and Lee, after years of working in agency recruitment for global and boutique firms, decided it was time to put their own stamp on the construction industry. Why? Because they had seen it all – the good, the bad, and the "what on earth was that?!" With over 22 years of combined recruitment expertise (actually, probs nudging 23 now), these two legends have grown Vivid into a team of three (and counting!), delivering honest, reliable, and tailored services to both clients and candidates. No corporate fluff. No salesy jargon. Just straight-talking recruitment. What makes Vivid unique? → No-nonsense, simple recruitment process. → A trusted, tailored approach for every client and candidate. → Best of all, they’re just top-notch blokes who genuinely care about delivering results! (Oh yeah, and they have a super cool Marketing Office Manager who supports them). If you're looking to partner with experts who’ve got experience in Architecture and Engineering and a great sense of humour, Nick and Lee are your guys. Let’s simplify your recruitment journey – no bulls**t included. 😉 Get in touch. 🧔🏻 Lee | 0406 470 020 | [email protected] 🧔🏻♂️ Nick | 0426 180 254 | [email protected] 𝚃𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚙𝚘𝚜𝚝 𝚒𝚗 𝚎𝚗𝚍𝚘𝚛𝚜𝚎𝚍 𝚋𝚢 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚙𝚢 𝚌𝚕𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚜, 𝚌𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚒𝚍𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚜 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝙶𝚘𝚘𝚐𝚕𝚎, 𝚂𝚘𝚞𝚛𝚌𝚛 𝚛𝚎𝚟𝚒𝚎𝚠𝚜. #VividRecruitment #MeetTheTeam #ArchitectureRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #HonestRecruitment #NoBS #ClearAndSimple

INDUSTRY NEWS // In case you haven’t heard, there’s a massive new $500M Build-to-Rent tower in the works, and it’s turning heads in Melbourne’s Docklands! Lendlease has just announced it is partnering with Japanese firm Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate (NSKRE) to make this towering marvel happen, but guess who’s been on the architectural drawing board since late 2023? That’s right, Cox Architecture! Cox has been shaping the plans for this beauty from day one, transforming an irregular-shaped site at Victoria Harbour into a sleek, modern living space. With Council already endorsing the project, it’s full steam ahead. Expect a design that’s as slick as it is sustainable, blending aesthetics with urban living like a fine-tuned symphony. This is more than just a building; it’s about creating a space that feels like home but also makes you stop and say “Wow!” every time you walk in the door. Build-to-Rent projects are on the rise, and Cox is at the forefront of making them both practical and breathtaking. Architects and Engineers, what’s your take on Build-to-Rent reshaping the urban landscape? Read more via Inside Construction AU.👇 #VividRecruitment #IndustryNews #Architecture #Engineering #UrbanDesign #BuildToRent Lee Stevens Nicholas Koop

JOBS // Yup, we have a few, and we are actively recruiting. Here is our current list of available jobs in Architecture and Engineering listed on our website. Take a look... we have roles based in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. → Associate Director, Electrical Engineer, Brisbane, $170-$210k+ → Associate Director Hydraulic Engineer, Melbourne, $170-$210k+ → Senior Mechanical Engineer, Melbourne, $110-$130k+ → Experienced Architectural Grad, Sydney, $70-$90k+ → Senior Interior Designer, Melbourne, $80-$100k+ → Interior Designer, Brisbane, $65-$78k+ → Architect, Melbourne, $75-$90k+ → Senior Architect, Melbourne, $100-$120k+ If you are interested in any of these roles, contact our guys as soon as possible for a confidential chat. 👇 🧔🏻 Lee Stevens ☎️ 0406 470 020 📧 [email protected] 🧔🏻♂️ Nicholas Koop ☎️ 0426 180 254 📧 [email protected] If you know someone who is looking for a new role in these fields, please share or let us know now! Link to full JDs in comments. #vividrecruitment #clearandsimple #architecture #interiordesigner #engineering #hiring

HIRING NOW // Happy Monday... this is how we like to start the week! Nicholas Koop has a cracker of a job for our Electrical Engineer network... Join a top national consultancy as Associate/Associate Director in Brissie, leading the way in building services. With 300+ staff and a decade of iconic projects under their belt (think hospitals, mission-critical, and pharma), this is your chance to take the reins on one of the best hospital projects in the country! What’s in it for you? → Earn $170K - $210K + super → Flexi work environment = work/life balance → Be part of Australia’s most exciting hospital project → Big company benefits: bonuses, EAP, training, and more! 📞 Sound like you? Give Nick a buzz on 0426 180 254 or email [email protected]. P.S. Nick’s got roles for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fire engineers too – so spread the word! Link to full JD in comments. Monday is looking soooooo good!! 🤩 𝚁𝚎𝚌𝚛𝚞𝚒𝚝𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝. 𝙲𝚕𝚎𝚊𝚛 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚂𝚒𝚖𝚙𝚕𝚎. #vividrecruitment #clearandsimple #architecture #planning #engineering #hiring #recruitment

JOB ALERT // Senior Mechanical Engineer wanted in Melbourne! Vivid Recruitment is on the hunt for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join an environmentally conscious national consultancy that’s all about engineering innovation across commercial, health, education, retail, and more! What’s in it for you? → Salary between $110K–$130K + super (depending on experience) → Flexible work environment + a healthy work/life balance → Paid Parental Leave + Single Parent Policy → Career progression opportunities → Bonuses, EAP, training and development—you name it! The role? You’ll work with a stellar team, leading projects through all phases, liaising with architects, builders, and contractors, and supporting junior engineers. Sound like you? Apply now or reach out to Nicholas Koop ☎️ 0426 180 254 📧 [email protected] Know someone else looking for a role in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or fire protection? Send them Nick’s way—he’s got plenty of opportunities in the pipeline! #VividRecruitment #Engineering #Construction #Planning #Architecture #Design #ClearAndSimple #BusinessSupport

Are you like Popeye when it comes to hydraulics? 🚿 💪 Are you on your way home and thinking of all the problems you have at work? Or can you just not see any blue sky above you? Well you're in luck! 🤯 I have just got off the phone with a national consultancy who have needs right now in their hydraulics team. This is hot off the press 🗞️ 1 x Senior Hydraulic Engineer 1 x Team Lead OR Technical Director So, if you want to take the next step to lead a team or you want to be in a busy workplace with no chance of redundancies and provide technical excellence, then this is the time to call me. Get in touch with me ASAP on 0426 180 254 or Nick@vividrecruitment and we can have a confidential discussion about the opportunity. Vivid Recruitment #engineering #melbourne #hydraulics #plumbing #consulting