Australia's Trusted IT Recruitment Agency

With more than 40 years’ experience and thousands of satisfied clients, Ignite is one of Australia’s most trusted IT recruitment agencies. We’ll connect you with the top tech talent in the country.

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Australia’s Leading IT Recruitment Experts

As a trusted partner to a wide variety of organisations across Australia, Ignite has helped fill more than 5,000 tech roles with highly skilled IT professionals across entry level, executive, and senior roles. Established in 1984, the business has formed partnerships with Federal Government agencies and leading IT organisations nationwide.

Whether you are looking for IT support or a cybersecurity specialist, we have a talent pool of top-quality professionals ready to get to work and make a successful contribution to your organisation.

We know as a business leader, your time is precious. And finding the right talent goes beyond putting up the same, tired job ad. Let us do the hard work with our tailored recruitment solutions and thorough candidate vetting process, so that we can match you with the right tech talent for the job.

Why Partner With Ignite

Why Partner With Ignite

40 years in the business

With more than 40 years’ experience, deep knowledge of the IT industry, and practice in the field, we know a good candidate when we see one.

Wide talent pool

Our network of more than 870,000 work-ready candidates contains professionals of all experience levels possessing a wide range of skills and expertise.

Tailored recruitment solutions

We know that every business is unique. We take the time to understand your company’s culture and specific needs so that we find the most suitable talent for the position.

Thorough vetting process

Each candidate is assessed through an interview and skill assessment so you can rest assured that we will only connect you with suitable, experienced applicants.

We stay ahead of the curve

Australia’s IT industry is ever changing – we always stay one step ahead of the trends so we connect you with candidates who possess the skills and experience most in demand today.

IT Roles We Recruit

Ignite works with both private and public sectors to fill a range of permanent, temporary, and contract roles across Australia. Our network includes IT candidates across all experience-levels, so whichever role you need filling, we’re sure to have the perfect person for you. Some of the roles we recruit for include:

Software Engineers
Business Analysts
IT Field Technicians
Technical Writers
Network Engineers
Data Engineers
Data Specialists
Project Managers
Cybersecurity Specialists
Cloud Specialists

Areas We Service

The IT recruitment landscape in Australia is highly dynamic, with a rising demand in areas like cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics, and AI. Additionally, the trend towards remote work and hybrid models has grown, with companies looking for candidates who can thrive in flexible working environments. Ignite stays ahead of these trends, ensuring that we offer candidates with the skills and experience that are most in demand today.

We have built strong client relationships over the past 40 years in a range of specialisations.
These include:

The Ignite Process

The Ignite Process

At Ignite, we offer a tailored approach to technology recruitment to ensure the best match between our clients and candidates. Our success is driven by our passion for our people, our candidates, and our clients, which is reflected in our 4.6-star Glassdoor and 4.9-star Google ratings.

1. Understanding your needs

Once you request staff or a team using the form on this page, one of our expert recruiters will be in touch to discuss your specific needs to understand the kind of candidate you are looking for.

2. Candidate sourcing

We utilise our talent database of more than 870,000 candidates to find the perfect person or team for the role you are looking to fill.

3. Interview process

All candidates go through a thorough interview process to understand whether they possess the skills and experience needed for the role and whether they would be a good culture fit.

4. Technical assessments

If required, we carry out technical assessments to verify a candidate’s skills and ability to work for your organisation.

5. Comprehensive reference checks

Reference checks for each IT candidate to confirm their skills, work ethic, and suitability to the role.

6. Placement

Once we have selected the right candidates for your vacancy, we will put them forward to you and it’s up to you to decide whether you offer them the job.

7. Ongoing support

Each client is assigned a dedicated account manager who oversees the recruitment process, provides continuous updates and can guide you with any queries you have. We stay in touch after a candidate has been hired to ensure they have a smooth integration into your organisation and to check in on their performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth using a recruitment agency?

Using a recruitment agency can be incredibly worthwhile for both companies and job-seekers. Utilising Ignite’s expertise can fill vacancies more efficiently and give you access to a large database of skilled IT candidates. Ignite will be with you at every stage of the recruitment process to provide expert advice, constant support, and to save you time with the hiring process.

How much does IT recruitment cost?

There is no set fee for partnering with an IT recruitment agency like Ignite as our process is dependent on the type of role, level of service required, and client needs. We are always transparent with our clients and will provide an accurate, no-obligation quote upfront during the initial contact.

How does Ignite guarantee quality in candidates?

Ignite has been recruiting for IT roles for the last 40 years and has developed a solid recruitment process that includes a thorough interview process, technical assessments (if required), and comprehensive reference checks. Many of our team members also have hands-on IT experience, enabling us to identify candidates who not only excel technically but also align with company culture.

What IT roles does Ignite specialise in recruiting for?

We recruit for all types of IT roles, including entry-level IT support, developers, data specialists, project managers, test specialists, business analysts, system and network administrators, cloud specialists, architects, and cybersecurity specialists, among others.

How long does the recruitment process take?

The recruitment timeframe can vary depending on the complexity of the job, the urgency for the role to be filled, and the organisation’s internal policies. We strive to get each role filled as efficiently as possible and will provide clear communication updates along the way.

What locations does Ignite recruit in?

We have five offices across Australia in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, and Perth. Ignite can recruit IT talent across Australia, including rural and regional areas. We leverage our extensive network and deep local market knowledge to identify the best candidates for your business, regardless of its location.

To learn more about how Ignite can help you hire or to book a consultation, contact us using the form on this page.

As a nationwide company, we have offices in the following locations:

We welcome your call or email and will connect you with one of our specialist recruiters today.

Partner Testimonials: The Proof of Our Excellence

Zarina Fitzgerald
Hiring Manager
National Library of Australia
10/09/2023
Zarina was incredibly helpful. Having never worked through the process to transit someone from an agency contract to a permanent organisational contract I was a bit lost but Zarina explained all the steps and what was needed of me. Thanks.
Mary Farag
Hiring Manager
Movigo Group
12/09/2023
Mary has made the recruitment process so much more pleasurable, by vet and validating pre- interview candidates. Mary has kept in contact throughout the recruitment assignment and has provided continuous updates on new potential candidates, and has successfully put forward 2 individuals who I have now offered positions to.
Michael Higgins
Hiring Manager
ANSTO - Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
26/06/2023
Michael is well versed with our organisation and requirements and has been able to source the right candidates. The employees currently working with us are of high quality.
Zarina Fitzgerald
Hiring Manager
Department of Defence
29/08/2023
Zarina has been a pleasure to work with over the last 2 years, she has been very accommodating and open, and has delivered ideal candidates for positions we have required. I would like to thank Zarina for her open communication and friendly nature. Zarina is very approachable and personable.
Nicole Henry
Hiring Manager
Department of Defence
21/08/2023
Nicole is easy to communicate with and has proven professional in all her conduct. Nicole delivers to meet our business needs.
Michael Knight
Hiring Manager
ANSTO - Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
11/09/2023
Michael has a deep understanding of the market conditions and our business requirements. Michael is customer focused and provides high quality candidates aligned with business expectations.
Nicole Henry
Hiring Manager
Department of Defence
27/05/2023
Nicole is approachable and responsive to client needs. She actively engages with us as the client, and regularly checking on performance of the candidates she has placed on engagements with us. Nicole works well with us as a client to ensure we obtain best outcomes for the Commonwealth, whilst ensuring we collectively provide the best experience for highly skilled staff.
Michael Higgins
Hiring Manager
ANSTO - Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
8/05/2023
Michael is the ultimate professional, very responsive to our business requirements and goes above & beyond to search & identify suitable candidates.
Nicole Henry
Hiring Manager
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
27/04/2023
Nicole is a pleasure to deal with. She worked tirelessly to provide us a large number of suitable candidates recently to fill some vacancies. The process was so smooth, the candidates are great and everyone is happy!
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