George Makris

Local Government Recruiter | Supporting NSW Councils Across Procurement, Compliance & Operations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

About

I’m a Recruitment Consultant at Quay Appointments, specialising in supporting NSW local councils with hiring across operational, corporate services, and project-based roles. I work closely with council teams across areas such as procurement, finance, compliance, customer operations, and project delivery, helping them secure candidates who can step in and get up to speed quickly in a local government environment. Typical roles I recruit include: Operational & Corporate Services – Procurement Officer | Contracts Officer | Finance Officer | Compliance Officer | Business Support Customer & Community Services – Customer Service Officer | Contact Centre | Frontline Council Services Project & Program Support – Project Support Officer | Program Coordinator | Contracts Administrator Whether it’s temporary, contract, or permanent hiring, I focus on finding people who not only meet the requirements of the role but can operate effectively within council systems, processes, and team structures. I take a relationship-driven approach to recruitment, working closely with both clients and candidates to understand their goals and deliver outcomes that last beyond just the placement. If you’re hiring within local government, or looking to move into a council-based role, feel free to reach out. Let’s connect: 📧 [email protected]

Experience

  • Local Government Recruitment Consultant at Quay Appointments
    Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    I specialise in supporting NSW councils with contract and permanent hiring across operational, corporate services, and project-based roles. A lot of my work focuses on supporting teams through periods of change, high workloads, or urgent gaps, where there is a need for candidates who can step in and quickly adapt to council environments. I work closely with hiring managers to understand how their teams operate, the systems they use, and what success looks like in their specific function. • Manage end-to-end recruitment for temporary, contract, and permanent roles across local government operations and corporate services • Partner with NSW councils to deliver tailored recruitment solutions aligned to their structure, systems, and processes • Support hiring across areas including procurement, finance, compliance, project support, customer operations, and shared services • Drive business development through building relationships with council stakeholders and providing market insights on hiring trends and candidate availability • Conduct proactive talent sourcing and headhunting using LinkedIn Recruiter, Seek, and Bullhorn • Provide market intelligence and candidate benchmarking to support workforce planning and hiring decisions

  • Recruitment Resourcer at Ethos BeathChapman
    Aug 2024 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr

    At Ethos BeathChapman, I supported the recruitment of professionals across the technology sales and project services markets, working closely with senior consultants to deliver high-quality shortlists for SaaS vendors, cloud solution providers, and financial services organisations. My role combined candidate sourcing, market research, and business development support, helping drive recruitment outcomes across highly specialised areas. • Supported the recruitment of Account Executives, Sales Specialists, Client Partners, and Sales Engineers within SaaS, cloud, and cybersecurity markets • Assisted in sourcing Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Change Specialists across insurance, banking, and government sectors • Conducted market mapping, talent pooling, and proactive headhunting using LinkedIn Recruiter, Seek, and internal CRM systems • Contributed to business development efforts through client research, outreach preparation, and lead generation for consultants • Provided a high level of candidate engagement, including screening, interview coordination, and ongoing relationship management

  • Telephone Crisis Support Worker at Lifeline Australia
    Jun 2022 - Feb 2023 · 9 mos

    As a volunteer Crisis Support Worker with Lifeline, I provided emotional support to individuals experiencing distress, crisis, or thoughts of suicide through active listening, empathy, and non-judgemental communication. The role required strong interpersonal skills, composure under pressure, and the ability to de-escalate sensitive situations while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality. • Delivered crisis intervention and emotional support via phone and digital channels in accordance with established protocols • Applied active listening, empathy, and resilience to support individuals through a wide range of complex issues • Collaborated with supervisors and support networks to ensure safe, effective responses to high-risk situations • Maintained accurate and confidential records of interactions and follow-up actions • Completed accredited training in crisis communication, suicide prevention, and mental health awareness