
ETC’s Gold Coast (GC) Recruitment Team is your dedicated local partner, proudly supporting businesses across the region. When it comes to hiring staff on the Gold Coast, we’re here to assist your recruitment needs.
ETC has been helping employers hire staff since 1989. We expanded into the Gold Coast region in 2015, and our team has since developed a deep understanding of the local area and how to connect businesses with the right people.
Hiring through ETC saves you time and money. We have a wide pool of job candidates and can connect you to local job seekers who match your needs. Our team can support you by screening and assessing candidates, to shortlisting and referring suitable talent so you get qualified, job-ready staff without the hassle.

Want to work with Ilona? Fill out the Need Staff? form or call 1800 007 400
Regional Recruitment Manager, based in the Gold Coast
Covers the Gold Coast and NSW North Coast
With over 16 years of experience in employer engagement and recruitment, Ilona Tulia is a respected leader known for delivering high-impact recruitment outcomes and building strong, values-led teams. She leads a dedicated team of recruiters focused on connecting the right people with the right opportunities across the region.
Originally from Sydney, Ilona moved to the Gold Coast in 2010 and transitioned from a successful career in media and advertising sales into recruitment. Since then, she has played a key role in some of the largest recruitment drives in the region, working closely with national employers to deliver sustainable, inclusive workforce solutions.
Ilona is deeply passionate about holistic recruitment and effective employer partnerships. She is recognised for her ability to balance commercial outcomes with genuine advocacy for job seekers, ensuring recruitment processes are both practical and people-centred.
A graduate of the Certificate IV in Leadership and Management and the Certificate IV in Employment Services, Ilona is currently pursuing the Certificate IV in Community Services to further strengthen her leadership and community impact. Her influence extends beyond placement outcomes, shaping recruitment capability, culture, and long-term employment success.

Want to work with Adele? Fill out the Need Staff? form or call 1800 007 400
Recruitment Account Manager, based in Southport
Covers the Gold Coast and Tweed Heads
Adele is a compassionate Recruitment Advisor who brings warmth, empathy, and genuine care to every interaction. She is deeply committed to supporting individuals into meaningful employment while helping businesses build strong, people-centred teams.
Beginning her career in youth services, Adele spent several years supporting high-risk young people in residential care. This experience shaped her strong advocacy skills, resilience, and deep understanding of the challenges many people face when navigating employment pathways. It also sparked her transition into recruitment, where she continues to champion individuals who need someone in their corner.
With valuable life experience and a strong family-first mindset, Adele understands the importance of stability, dignity, and opportunity. She works closely with employers to understand their needs and values, taking pride in creating thoughtful, well-matched outcomes that benefit both candidates and businesses.
For Adele, recruitment is about more than filling roles. It is about building trust, creating opportunity, and changing lives one job at a time.

Want to work with Sean? Fill out the Need Staff? form or call 1800 007 400
Recruitment Advisor, based in Nerang
Covers the Northern Gold Coast
Sean, one of our expert Recruitment Advisors is no stranger when it comes to employment services and support.
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Sean has spent the last 24 years working across multiple employment and training services sectors. Including 6 years as a Work Experience Program Supervisor, 5 years as a Training Program Coordinator and 3 years in Post Placement Support to name just a few of his areas of expertise, before transitioning into Employment Services Client Support and a Jobs Advisor role 3 years ago.
“To make people’s lives better to make their journey more productive, positive, and successful.” – is a quote that Sean lives by.
Sean has a deep passion for engaging with job seekers and employers to discuss their current employment aspirations. He will explore the hidden job market, identify the employers needs and match them to the personality and abilities of the job seeker.

Want to work with Tracy? Fill out the Need Staff? form or call 1800 007 400
Recruitment Adviser, based in Nerang
Covering the Gold Coast
Introducing Tracy, one of ETC’s dedicated and passionate Recruitment Advisors.
With more than 20 years of experience across the recruitment, employment, and training sectors, Tracy brings a wealth of knowledge and a genuine commitment to helping people thrive. Backed by her Certificate III in Business, HR Services and Recruitment, she has built a strong reputation for partnering closely with businesses to strengthen their workforce. Tracy is known for her ability to identify candidates who not only meet the skill requirements but also align with the organisation’s culture and long?term goals.
Tracy takes the time to understand each employer’s needs in depth, often presenting high?quality candidates even before a vacancy exists—ensuring businesses never miss the opportunity to secure exceptional talent.
Working exclusively within the Inclusive Employment Australia contract, Tracy supports jobseekers in finding sustainable, meaningful employment opportunities that can truly transform their lives. Her passion for creating positive outcomes shines through in every interaction.

Want to work with Aileen? Fill out the Need Staff? form or call 1800 007 400
Work Experience Coordinator
Covering Tweed Heads to Coomera and Wivenhoe
Aileen is one of our expert Work Experience Coordinators and has been a staple of the Gold Coast community since 2011. She joined ETC in 2015 and brings with her a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion for helping people on their career path. Aileen has spent a large portion of time working within the Work For the Dole (WfD) program and has provided skill based WfD opportunities to increase the employability of our participants.
Her passion for supporting the community and developing professional and caring relationships with businesses knows no bounds and Aileen works hard to help maintain a positive perspective for the WfD program and works closely with Not for Profit organisations by providing participants and assisting them in the wider community.
A quote that Aileen lives by – “Believe you can and you’re halfway there” – Theodore Roosevelt.
Please fill out the Need Staff? form, or contact us on 1800 007 400 and ask to speak to your local Recruitment team member.



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