Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd
Recruitment Services
Proposal
for
Ccc
Reference:
Appointment of PPP and Locations
Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd
ABN: 30 386 776 995
PO Box 68, Fullarton SA 5063
Ph. 08 8373 1122
Fax 08 8373 1188
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Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd
The Company
Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd is a specialist recruitment company, working
specifically within the agribusiness and wine industry sectors. We believe that in
today’s highly competitive business environment, attracting and retaining high quality
employees to your business is critical in maintaining a competitive advantage. We
understand that the Australian agribusiness and wine sectors are specialist industries
with unique requirements; Agribusiness Recruitment is committed to supporting
these industries.
Industry Experience
Peter McMahon: Peter has a broad background in agribusiness, covering all
industry sectors. A Roseworthy SA graduate with a broadacre farming background,
Peter has worked extensively in a variety of agribusiness industries in Australia the
Middle East and England. Peter has been recruiting in the agribusiness sector for
over 14 years, and has conducted recruitment assignments in all regions of Australia
across the Agribusiness sectors.
Andrew Meurant: Andrew is tertiary qualified in Horticulture, Agribusiness and
Business Management from Queensland Agricultural College, University of
Queensland and Southern Cross Universities.
He has both hands-on and
professional experience across Australia in the livestock, cropping and horticulture
segments. Through this time Andrew has developed and maintained strong
relationships and active networks at the farm gate and industry levels.
Nick Wickham: Nick is a Flinders University and Adelaide University graduate,
qualified in Biology and Wine Marketing. Nick has extensive wine industry experience
from the vineyard to the winery, as well as in sales, marketing and board
membership. These wine industry focused skills are complemented by strong
industry networks domestically as well as in the USA, France, South Africa and New
Zealand.
Jamie Wilson: Jamie is an Adelaide University and Melbourne University graduate,
qualified in Agriculture and Agribusiness. He has extensive agronomic and hands-on
broadacre farming experience. This is complemented by strong commercial sales
and business management experience in soil and plant nutrition, crop protection and
research. He has undertaken professional roles both domestically and internationally
in the fertiliser industry. Jamie has an extensive network across a wide variety of
Agricultural and horticultural industries across Australia.
The Approach
Recruitment assignments undertaken by Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd
encompass five key areas that we believe are fundamental to success:
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Initial client briefing
Search and selection process
Reference checking
Post placement follow up
Client Guarantee
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1. Initial client briefing
Before commencing any assignment we will conduct discussions with you in order to
gain an in depth understanding of the position, the culture and history of your
company and plans for the future. This discussion will also focus on defining an
advertising strategy and search and selection methodology.
Timing
We estimate it may take 6 weeks from the date of commencement of advertising to
the identification of the preferred candidate. We will keep you fully informed of the
progress of the recruitment assignment.
Advertising Strategy
Advertising will be discussed if we feel it is needed and is of benefit
Our service includes drafting adcopy and negotiating placement in the selected
media.
Please note:
 The selected media outlet will invoice clients directly for placed advertising
 Advertising will not be booked without your prior approval
2. The Search and Selection Process
The following are important elements of Agribusiness Recruitment’s approach to
sourcing high quality applicants:
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A position description for the role will be discussed. It may be provided by Ccc,
or developed with our assistance
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We will identify applicants with a strong fit for the position from our broad
industry networks, existing registered candidates and strategic advertising. We
will approach these candidates and present the position to them
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High potential candidates will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the
role of PPP and to screen them against established selection criteria
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We will submit to you original resumes of candidates selected for shortlist for
your consideration (with the approval of the candidate) and offer our
recommendation of those candidates best suited for the position. We will also
discuss and answer any questions that you may have about any candidates
involved in the search
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Coordination of client/candidate interviews
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3. Reference Checking
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Reference checking will be carried out once the interest of both parties has been
established and permission granted from the specific candidate selected
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We endeavour to obtain references from the most recent and relevant candidate
referees possible. The question format is extensive and detailed, covering a
wide range of issues, including responsibilities, competence, interpersonal and
personal skills, and questions arising from interview or psychological
assessment.
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All reference checking is conducted in accordance with current Australian
privacy legislation
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Reference information is submitted in a report for the client’s consideration
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We will assist you in any final negotiations with the preferred candidate
regarding terms and conditions of offer. Once the offer has been accepted, we
will arrange for the acceptance of the offer to be confirmed in writing
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We will maintain contact with all candidates and advise all unsuccessful
candidates without delay
4. Post Placement Follow-up
Agribusiness Recruitment is committed to the ongoing support of the placed
candidate. We will contact the appointee and Ccc on commencement and thereafter
at regular intervals (four months, six months etc) to ensure a smooth transition into
the role.
5. Client Guarantee
Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd offers a three (3) calendar month guarantee to
replace a candidate appointed if their employment is terminated due to their
unsuitability. This excludes termination relating to redundancy.
The guarantee is subject to the original placement fee being received within the
appointed time (14 days) and Agribusiness Recruitment being notified within 2 days
of termination. A suitable replacement will then be sought as soon as practicable.
The cost of such a replacement is confined to direct costs such as accommodation
and travel relating to interviewing of candidates. Readvertising, if required, would be
at the expense of the client.
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Professional Fees
Recruitment assignments are invoiced on the basis of 14% of the gross commencing
remuneration package of the appointee. Upon satisfactory completion of the
assignment (ie. acceptance of the position by the candidate) the agreed fee will be
invoiced. Strictly 14-day terms apply.
The introduction of a Candidate to the client by Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd will
be deemed to be an acceptance by the client of these Terms and Conditions.
Exclusivity
It is understood that Agribusiness Recruitment is conducting this assignment on the
basis of exclusivity for a period of six weeks from the commencement date of the
assignment.
Remuneration Package
The annual remuneration package will include:
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Base salary
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Superannuation
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Motor vehicle (a vehicle has a nominal value of $15,000 per annum)
Other components of a salary package (eg. bonuses, commissions, housing etc) will
be assessed and a value agreed upon with Ccc.
Note
In salary packages comprising a low retainer and high commission, the salary
package will be based on a reasonably achievable commission and a value agreed
upon.
Other costs
Out of pocket expenses (eg. travel, accommodation and advertising) are invoiced at
cost and are additional to any fees. Such costs will not be incurred without the
client’s prior consent.
GST – Goods and Services Tax
Our fees are exclusive of GST. GST will be applied to the total of each invoice.
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Payment of Fees
All fees and expenses are payable within 14 days of invoice. Non compliance with
the agreed and stated terms renders the Guarantee Period null and void.
Professional Standards
Agribusiness Recruitment acts within guidelines set out in Recruitment and
Consulting Services Industry Handbook (Recruitment and Consulting Services
Association – RCSA).
All information concerning the business and affairs of Ccc and candidates will be
treated with utmost confidentiality and will not be divulged to other parties without
consent.
Acceptance
Company: Ccc
Position: PPP
I authorise Agribusiness Recruitment Pty Ltd to undertake this assignment. I accept
the fee structure and terms of business outlined above.
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Signature
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Date