Evolve is Australia's leading scientific and technical recruitment agency

All Evolve recruiters are degree-qualified scientists who have experience working in the Scientific industry, meaning they have deep and genuine professional networks to draw upon when filling roles. Our staff tenure is exceptional, with the average currently standing at over 7 years. You will not find a better scientific or technical recruitment partner in Australia.

Our Recruitment Services

OUR RECRUITMENT SERVICES

We offer you a truly flexible recruitment service that we tailor to your needs, including:

  • Temporary / labour hire of scientific and technical staff (entry level to management)
  • Recruitment of permanent scientific and technical staff (entry level to management)
  • Executive search (science and related fields)
  • Payroll service
  • Recruitment technologies, such as candidate video CVs and interviews
Reputation Background

A reputation of integrity & commitment

Tailored Recruitment Solutions from Subject Matter Experts

We work exclusively with professionals who specialise in scientific and technical industries, and our consultants have a wealth of first-hand expertise, meaning clients can rest assured that with our support, they will secure the candidates they need.

Over a decade of local resourcing experience

We have worked with Australia's leading scientific and technical companies, and what makes us stand out is our commitment to integrity, relationships, and results you can count on. Our approachable, dependable service guarantees to change the way you feel about recruitment!

SCIENTIFIC INDUSTRIES WE SERVICE

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical Manufacturing
  • Complementary Medicine
  • Consulting Laboratories
  • Contract Research Organisations
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care
  • Education
  • Environmental Sector
  • FMCG
  • Food and Beverage
  • Government
  • Laboratory
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical and Health
  • Mining and Resources
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Radiopharmaceutical & Nuclear Medicine
  • Regulatory Affairs & Compliance
  • Renewables
  • Research
  • Veterinary Pharmaceuticals & Animal Health

Why work with Evolve Scientific for your Recruitment needs?

First-hand industry expertise

First-hand industry expertise

Our recruitment consultants are degree qualified scientists with real industry experience - often having done the jobs they are recruiting for!

Unrivalled Scientific talent networks

Unrivalled Scientific talent networks

Our experienced consultants have built strong relationships and are experts in their field and the art of recruitment; they will draw upon their personal and professional networks.

Flexible, authentic service

Flexible, authentic service

We pride ourselves on delivering a friendly, superior service and will support you with all roles, from entry level to executive recruitment.

Award-winning legacy

Award-winning legacy

We have been accredited by the Seek SARA Awards as Agency of the Year and Recruitment Leader of the Year.

Latest Jobs

Food & FMCG
QC Officer
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Derrimut, Victoria, Australia

About company/role:Well known food and beverage manufacturing companyBased in the Western suburbsOngoing casual contractWorking day shift hours (6am-2pm) and afternoon shift (2pm - 10pm)Duties, but not limited to:Routine QC testing of productsMonitoring production processesMaintaining quality systemsMonitoring incoming goodsGeneral housekeeping dutiesSkills/experience:Tertiary education in Food Science, Chemistry, or related disciplinePrior QA/QC experience in the food manufacturing industry (preferrably beverage) will be highly regardedExcellent time management and communication skillsStrong work ethic and ability to take on initiativeApply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Food & FMCGManufacturing & OperationsOtherPharmaceutical & Biotechnology
Materials Handler / Warehouse Operator
Type:
Full Time
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Tullamarine, Victoria, Australia

About the Company / Role: Our client is a leading global manufacturer operating within a highly regulated environment, supplying products that support the health and wellbeing of people around the world. Based in Tullamarine, they are seeking an experienced Warehouse Operator to join their Supply Chain team on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. This is a hands-on warehouse role suited to someone with strong forklift experience, excellent attention to detail, and experience working within GMP-compliant or highly regulated environments. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday on day shift hours and will play a key role in ensuring materials are accurately received, stored, and delivered across the site. Duties, but not limited to:Unloading and loading materials safely and efficientlyOperating LF and LO forkliftsUsing pallet jacks and other material handling equipmentPicking, packing, and preparing materials for distributionRepalletising stock and relocating materials throughout the warehouseLabelling and identifying materials accuratelyDelivering materials to internal customers across the siteCompleting warehouse paperwork and maintaining accurate recordsUpdating inventory and documentation in line with site proceduresSupporting stock control and inventory accuracyDriving a company vehicle for short-distance material transfers within the siteFollowing GMP requirements, SOPs, and safety procedures at all timesGeneral warehouse and housekeeping dutiesSkills / Experience:Current LF Forklift Licence (essential)Current LO Licence (essential)Previous warehouse experience within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, FMCG, medical device, or similar environmentsExperience with inventory systems, documentation, and compliance processesStrong understanding of warehouse safety proceduresApply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Chantelle on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Food & FMCGManufacturing & Operations
Production Operator - Beverages
Type:
Full Time
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Derrimut, Victoria, Australia

About the company/role:Beverage manufacturingBased in the Western suburbs of Melbourne12hr shifts (day and night shifts available) 7-day fortnight rosterDuties:Forklift operationEnsure machinery is running smoothlyAssist in cleaning, changeover, line start upMaintain batch documentationPerform adjustments and changes to production equipment if requiredFollow GMP standardsSkills/experience:Current forklift license (MUST)Previous machine operating experience in a GMP environmentPrevious experience in beverage manufacturing will be highly regardedExcellent communication and attention to detailApply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Trades & Services Manufacturing & Operations
Service Technician
Type:
Contract 
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia

About the Company & Role: Our client is a Global leader in industrial water treatment solutions, helping manufacturing and industrial businesses improve water quality, asset reliability and operational performance. An opportunity has become available for a Service Technician to join their Sydney team in a casual ongoing role. Working across customer sites throughout Sydney, you will be responsible for servicing water treatment systems, conducting water quality testing, supporting cooling tower and boiler programs, and building strong customer relationships. This role would suit candidates from water treatment, wastewater treatment, industrial maintenance, utilities, laboratory, environmental or technical service backgrounds. Science graduates with a strong willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply, as full training will be provided. Duties:Complete scheduled service visits across customer sites throughout SydneyConduct water testing including pH, conductivity and alkalinity analysisCollect water samples and record results accuratelyMonitor cooling tower, boiler and wastewater treatment systemsInspect pumps, probes, controllers and chemical dosing equipmentIdentify treatment issues and recommend corrective actionsComplete service reports and maintain accurate site recordsConduct customer entry and exit meetingsBuild strong relationships with customers and provide technical supportLiaise with Account Managers and internal technical teamsFollow all safety procedures, risk assessments and chemical handling requirementsSkills & Experience:Water treatment / Cooling tower / Wastewater treatment / Boiler water treatment experience – Highly RegardedScience or Engineering qualification – Highly RegardedCurrent Australian Driver's LicenceStrong communication and customer service skillsGood problem-solving ability and willingness to learnAbility to work independently and manage multiple customer sitesBasic computer literacy and reporting skillsCulture & Benefits:Company vehicle provided (including personal use)Fuel card, laptop and mobile phone providedFull training and structured onboardingSupportive and collaborative team environmentCasual ongoing role with strong potential to become permanentPlease Note: A police check, licence check and pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening) is required prior to commencement. These will be organised by the company. Apply Now ! Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your application today! Please include a detailed resume in Word format (PDFs may not process correctly) For any questions about the role, contact Mairead on +61 2 8071 4290.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Sales & Marketing Pharmaceutical & BiotechnologyBiological science - Biotech & Medical
Medical Sales Representative (Hospital)
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Singapore

Our client, a Pharmaceutical Organization in Singapore is currently seeking an experienced Medical Sales Representative to join it's growing commercial team.Key ResponsibilitiesDrive sales activities and achieve commercial targets across assigned therapeutic areas.Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare professionals, including specialists, primary care physicians, and other relevant stakeholders.Deliver effective product presentations and communicate clinical and product information according to customer needs.Develop a strong understanding of market trends, competitor activity, customer needs, and industry developments.Identify and pursue new business opportunities to support sales growth and market expansion.Provide high-quality service and ongoing support to healthcare professionals, strengthening product awareness and customer relationships.Collaborate with internal teams, including Marketing and Medical Affairs, to support promotional activities and educational initiatives.Gather market intelligence and customer insights to support commercial strategy and business development.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant clinical data, research, products, and developments within the pharmaceutical industry.Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities, market feedback, and business opportunities.Support other commercial initiatives and ad-hoc projects as required.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related discipline.Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical sales experience.Experience engaging with healthcare professionals across different customer segments.Strong commercial mindset with a proven ability to identify and develop business opportunities.Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently as well as within a team.Registration Number: R24123122With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Chemical Manufacturing
Spray Technician
Type:
Part Time
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia

About the company:Chemical company currently undergoing substantial growth.Located in the western suburbs of Melbourne.Ongoing casual contract Monday to Friday roster, 7:00am to 11:00am, with opportunities for additional hours when required.About your duties but not limited to:Spray painting panels with samplesColor matching the samplesMaking sure all products align with specificationsOperating and maintaining instrumentsData entry & database upkeepGeneral Laboratory housekeepingSkills & experience:Certificate IV, Diploma, Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) or another science-related discipline.Recent graduates and candidates with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply.Quality-focused with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.Apply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Manufacturing & OperationsFood & FMCG
Microbiologist
Type:
Temporary
Type:
Casual
Location:
Yatala, Queensland, Australia

About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Microbiologist for a short-term contract (approximately 2-3 months) to start immediately, with a leading beverage manufacturer based in Yatala. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in ensuring product quality, food safety, hygiene standards, and microbiological compliance across all operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a microbiologist with experience in food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environments who enjoys hands-on laboratory work combined with on-site quality and hygiene support. Key ResponsibilitiesConduct microbiological testing and analysis Perform routine sampling, monitoring, and reporting of microbiological resultsTrend and analyse data to identify potential risks and support continuous improvement initiativesSupport HACCP, GMP, GLP and food safety compliance programsInvestigate microbiological and hygiene-related issues using root cause analysis techniquesConduct GMP inspections, audits, and hygiene surveys Collaborate with Production, Packaging, Engineering, and Quality teamsAssist in maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring testing integrityPromote best-practice hygiene standards to minimise contamination risksMaintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with laboratory and quality requirementsAbout You To be successful in this role, you will have:Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, Microbial Science, or a related disciplinePrevious microbiology laboratory experience within food, beverage, pharmaceutical, environmental, or manufacturing industriesStrong understanding of HACCP, GMP and GLP principlesExperience performing microbiological testing and result interpretationExcellent reporting, problem-solving and communication skillsHigh attention to detail and a commitment to quality standardsAbility to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams Apply Now If you're a Microbiologist looking for your next contract opportunity and are available to commence at short notice, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or contact Stephanie Doyle on 07 3175 0680 for a confidential discussion. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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OtherManufacturing & OperationsFood & FMCG
Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Type:
Casual
Type:
Contract 
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Kewdale, Western Australia, Australia

About the Company Our client is a globally recognised manufacturer and distributor of some of Australia's most well-known beverage brands. With a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement, they operate a state-of-the-art production facility in Kewdale and are committed to delivering world-class products to consumers nationwide. About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join the Quality team on a contract basis commencing 26 October. Working a day shift from 6:00am to 2:00pm, you will play a key role in ensuring product quality and food safety standards are maintained throughout the manufacturing process.Performing quality control checks along the manufacturing lineConducting microbiological testing on finished products and samplesCompleting environmental monitoring activities throughout the facilityCollecting, preparing, storing, and labelling samples for internal and external laboratory testingUndertaking raw material inspections and assessmentsPerforming basic wet chemistry analysis, including pH testing, titrations, dilutions, and solution preparationAbout you:  To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:Qualifications in Food Science, Microbiology or a related scientific disciplinePrevious laboratory experience within food, beverage, pharmaceutical, environmental, or FMCG manufacturing environmentsHands-on experience with microbiological testing and basic laboratory techniquesApply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Linda on 03 9040 1630With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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