Senior/Lead Recruiter - Infrastructure (Australia)

Fuse Energy is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup on a mission to deliver a terawatt of renewable energy, fast. We’re combining first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system. We’ve raised more than $210M from top-tier investors including Multicoin, Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, Box Group and strategic angels like Nico Rosberg, the co-founder of Solana and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify and Uber. We’re building a fully integrated energy company: from developing solar, wind and battery projects to real-time power trading and distributed energy installations. By selling directly to consumers, we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass savings on to customers.

To accelerate this mission, we are looking for a Senior/Lead Recruiter (Infrastructure) to join our team. You will play a pivotal role in scaling our physical infrastructure development footprint from the ground up, focusing on hiring across Grid Interconnection, Data Center Project Development, Land Acquisition, and High-Voltage/Substation Engineering. This is a real opportunity to join an ambitious startup at the forefront of the energy transition and help build the foundational workforce for a new kind of integrated energy infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored sourcing strategies to engage top-tier talent from major data center operators, renewable energy developers, and the power/grid sector.
• Screen and assess candidates for both specialized technical excellence and cultural alignment.
• Run high-velocity, high-quality hiring processes: drive pipeline activity, facilitate post-interview debriefs, and ensure a seamless candidate experience.
• Negotiate offers and close world-class talent in highly competitive infrastructure and energy markets.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and department heads to deeply understand their technical requirements, hiring needs, and timelines.

Requirements

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a heavy focus on technical or energy infrastructure in high-growth or startup environments.
• Proven track record filling critical upstream roles, including Grid Interconnection, Data Center/Renewable Project Development, Land Acquisition, or High-Voltage/Substation Engineering.
• Proven ability to identify and close candidates with niche, highly competitive engineering and infrastructure skill sets in the local market.
• Ability to partner effectively with hiring managers and candidates, acting as a trusted talent advisor rather than just a process manager.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills across all levels of an organization, from technical engineering leads to executives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to compel and pitch experienced infrastructure professionals on a high-growth startup mission.
• Experience with modern ATS tools, pipeline reporting, and data-driven recruiting practices to keep hiring velocity high.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Biannual bonus scheme
• Fully expensed tech to match your needs
• Paid annual leave
• Opportunity to work closely with senior business leaders and exposure to building a global energy business