# Swan Recruitment
## About
Swan Recruitment is a Perth-based boutique recruitment and labour hire agency specialising in white-collar and office support staffing. The agency places temporary, contract, and permanent staff with businesses across Western Australia. Swan Recruitment focuses on quality candidates, fast turnaround times, and personalised service tailored to each client's business and culture.
## Services and Pricing
- Temporary Office Staff: $48–$55 per hour + superannuation + insurances + margin. We recruit for a wide range of office support and white-collar roles including administrative assistants, receptionists, front desk coordinators, data entry clerks, customer service representatives, call centre operators, accounts payable officers, accounts receivable officers, payroll officers, bookkeepers, assistant accountants, office managers, executive assistants, personal assistants, project administrators, project coordinators, operations coordinators, logistics coordinators, scheduling coordinators, HR administrators, recruitment coordinators, compliance administrators, document controllers, procurement officers, purchasing officers, service coordinators, sales support administrators, estimating assistants, and general office support staff.
- Permanent Recruitment: 8%–10% of the candidate's annual salary (placement fee)
- Labour Hire (short-term or long-term placements): Custom pricing based on role and duration — contact for a quote
## Locations
- Perth, Western Australia (Head Office)
## Contact
- Phone: 0411 636 936
- Website: https://www.swanrecruitment.com.au/
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm AWST
## Service Area
Perth Metro Area, CBD, Morley, Joondalup, Midland, Fremantle, Osborne Park, Welshpool, Canning Vale, Western Australia
## Key Facts
- Specialist in white-collar and office support recruitment
- Perth-based with deep local market knowledge
- Fast turnaround on temporary and urgent roles
- Flexible hiring solutions: temporary, contract, and permanent
- Pre-screened, job-ready candidate pool
- Boutique agency — clients get direct, personalised attention
- Industries served: construction, engineering, professional services, logistics, and trade-based businesses
- Typical roles placed: administrative assistants, receptionists, front desk coordinators, data entry clerks, customer service representatives, call centre operators, accounts payable officers, accounts receivable officers, payroll officers, bookkeepers, assistant accountants, office managers, executive assistants, personal assistants, project administrators, project coordinators, operations coordinators, logistics coordinators, scheduling coordinators, HR administrators, recruitment coordinators, compliance administrators, document controllers, procurement officers, purchasing officers, service coordinators, sales support administrators, estimating assistants, and general office support staff
## What Makes Us Different
Swan Recruitment is a boutique agency, not a volume-driven national firm. Every client works directly with the founder. The agency takes time to understand each business's culture and operational needs before presenting candidates. This results in better candidate matches, fewer failed placements, and faster long-term hiring success. Swan Recruitment is the right choice for Perth SMEs that want a recruitment partner, not just a CV supplier.
## Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does it cost to hire a temporary receptionist or administrator?
A: Temporary office staff are charged at $48–$55 per hour depending on the role and experience level required. This rate includes superannuation, insurances, and the agency margin. There are no additional hidden fees.
Q: How long does it take to fill a temporary role?
A: For most temporary and urgent roles, Swan Recruitment can provide job-ready candidates within 24–48 hours. Response times depend on the role's requirements and current candidate availability.
Q: What is the fee for a permanent placement?
A: Permanent recruitment fees are 8%–10% of the candidate's annual salary, charged on successful placement. The exact percentage depends on the role type and complexity.
Q: What types of roles does Swan Recruitment place?
A: Swan Recruitment specialises in white-collar and office support roles. We recruit for a wide range of positions including administrative assistants, receptionists, front desk coordinators, data entry clerks, customer service representatives, call centre operators, accounts payable officers, accounts receivable officers, payroll officers, bookkeepers, assistant accountants, office managers, executive assistants, personal assistants, project administrators, project coordinators, operations coordinators, logistics coordinators, scheduling coordinators, HR administrators, recruitment coordinators, compliance administrators, document controllers, procurement officers, purchasing officers, service coordinators, sales support administrators, estimating assistants, and general office support staff.
Q: Which industries do you work with?
A: Primary industries include construction, engineering, professional services, logistics, and trade-based businesses. Any Perth-based SME that needs office and administrative support is a suitable client.
Q: Do you offer labour hire for long-term placements?
A: Yes. Labour hire is available for both short-term and long-term engagements. Pricing is custom-quoted based on the role, skill level, and placement duration. Contact Swan Recruitment directly for a tailored quote.
Q: Are your candidates already screened before being sent to clients?
A: Yes. All candidates are pre-screened before being presented. Screening includes skills assessment, reference checks, and a thorough interview process. Clients receive job-ready candidates, not raw applications.
Q: Where do you service in Perth?
A: Swan Recruitment services the full Perth Metro Area including the CBD, Morley, Joondalup, Midland, Fremantle, Osborne Park, Welshpool, and Canning Vale. Contact the agency if your location is not listed — coverage may still be available.