Senior/Lead Recruiter in Port Macquarie

Job Description

Fuse Energy is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup on a mission to deliver a terawatt of renewable energy - fast.

We're combining first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system.

We raised $170M from top-tier investors including Multicoin, Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, Box Group and strategic angels like Nico Rosberg, the Co-Founder of Solana and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify, Uber and more.

We’re creating a fully integrated energy company: from developing solar, wind and hydrogen projects to real-time power trading and distributed energy installations.

By selling directly to consumers, we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass on savings to customers.

But we’re not stopping there.

• We’re also building the
• Energy

Network: a decentralized platform of smart devices that rewards users in Energy Dollars for electrifying their homes, shifting usage to off-peak hours, and helping balance the grid.

This network strengthens grid stability - a critical foundation for scaling AI data centers and other energy-intensive industries.

To accelerate this mission, we are looking for a Senior/Lead Recruiter (Infrastructure) to join our team.

You will play a pivotal role in scaling our physical infrastructure development footprint from the ground up, focusing on hiring across Grid Interconnection, Data Center Project Development, Land Acquisition, and High-Voltage/Substation Engineering.

This is a real opportunity to join an ambitious startup at the forefront of the energy transition and help build the foundational workforce for a new kind of integrated energy infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored sourcing strategies to engage top-tier talent from major data center operators, renewable energy developers, and the power/grid sector.
• Screen and assess candidates for both specialized technical excellence and cultural alignment.
• Run high-velocity, high-quality hiring processes: drive pipeline activity, facilitate post-interview debriefs, and ensure a seamless candidate experience.
• Negotiate offers and close world-class talent in highly competitive infrastructure and energy markets.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and department heads to deeply understand their technical requirements, hiring needs, and timelines.

Requirements

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a heavy focus on technical or energy infrastructure in high-growth or startup environments.
• Proven track record filling critical upstream roles, including Grid Interconnection, Data Center/Renewable Project Development, Land Acquisition, or High-Voltage/Substation Engineering.
• Proven ability to identify and close candidates with niche, highly competitive engineering and infrastructure skill sets in the local market.
• Ability to partner effectively with hiring managers and candidates, acting as a trusted talent advisor rather than just a process manager.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills across all levels of an organization, from technical engineering leads to executives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to compel and pitch experienced infrastructure professionals on a high-growth startup mission.
• Experience with modern ATS tools, pipeline reporting, and data-driven recruiting practices to keep hiring velocity high.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Biannual bonus scheme
• Fully expensed tech to match your needs
• Paid annual leave
• Opportunity to work closely with senior business leaders and exposure to building a global energy business
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