Meet the Team

SARAH CLARK, DIRECTOR

Specialising in: Building Materials and Residential Construction

As the Director of Define Talent, Sarah brings over 11 years of recruitment experience to the table—most of which has been spent navigating the ever-evolving world of construction. Her current focus is on sourcing permanent white-collar talent across the building materials, supply & manufacture, and residential construction sectors.

Having built her own business from the ground up, Sarah knows firsthand the true cost—both time and money—of hiring the wrong person (spoiler: it’s not cheap or fun). That’s why she’s passionate about connecting the right people with the right roles the first time around.

Sarah’s superpower? Building genuine, lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. She’s all about transparent communication and partnership—no smoke, no mirrors, just good people doing great work..

To add even more insight to her people skills (and because she just couldn’t resist another challenge), Sarah is currently studying a Bachelor of Psychology. Turns out, understanding what makes people tick is pretty useful when your job is all about people.

Contact Sarah

0413 926 509

sclark@definetalent.com.au

Melissa ashby, Senior consultant

Specialising in: Building Materials and Residential Construction

Meet Melissa—a recruitment pro with 8 years of experience under her belt and enough industry knowledge to build a house herself (though she’ll leave that to the tradies). She’s worked across both agency and internal recruitment, giving her a well-rounded perspective and a finely tuned radar for top-tier talent.

Melissa specialises in the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of building materials, supply & manufacture, and residential construction. Whether she's helping a business find its next standout hire or guiding a candidate to their dream role, she does it with precision, professionalism, and a healthy dose of heart.

She treats people how she wants to be treated, which means clear communication, genuine care, and a partnership approach that puts people first.

At Define Talent, Melissa is a true asset—bringing not only deep industry expertise, but also a refreshing authenticity that makes working with her feel less like recruitment and more like a great collaboration. Plus, she’s the kind of person who remembers your dog’s name and your hiring brief. Now that’s talent.

Contact Mel

0411 271 351

mashby@definetalent.com.au

About Us

At Define Talent, we're not just another recruitment agency – we're a paradigm shift in the way recruitment is approached and executed. Our distinctiveness lies in several key aspects:

Core Values:

Our core values of transparency, honesty, clear communication, and mutual respect aren't just slogans; they're the bedrock of our operations. We infuse these values into every step of our process, ensuring that both candidates and clients experience a level of integrity and sincerity that's unparalleled.

Industry Specialisation:

Our focus on permanent white-collar recruitment in building materials, supply & manufacture, and residential construction isn't a superficial claim. It's a commitment backed by in-depth industry knowledge, allowing us to truly understand the unique requirements of each sector and offer tailored solutions.

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Tailored Approach:

We understand that no two candidates or clients are alike. That's why we take a personalized approach to every interaction. Our goal is to not only match candidates with job roles but to align their aspirations and skills with the ethos of the companies they join.

Relationships over Transactions:

Our emphasis is on building lasting relationships, not just facilitating transactions. We believe in being a partner throughout the entire recruitment journey, providing guidance, support, and insight to both candidates and clients.

Distinct Vision:

We're not in the business of placing candidates for the sake of numbers. We're driven by a vision to shape success stories and contribute to the growth of the industries we serve. This vision drives us to go beyond the conventional and find innovative solutions that lead to long-term success.

Genuine Engagement:

In an age of digital interactions, we place immense value on genuine engagement and connection with people. We don't just rely on algorithms; we foster real conversations, listen to feedback, and adapt our strategies to ensure the best outcomes.

Consistency:

Our commitment to our core values and our unique approach is unwavering. Every interaction, every placement, and every connection is a testament to our dedication to doing recruitment differently.

So, what makes us different? At Define Talent, we’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to redefine the entire recruitment experience. Think less transactional, more transformational. Built on trust, authenticity, and a genuine (some might say borderline obsessive) pursuit of excellence, we bring a human touch to hiring—minus the corporate fluff.