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Ben Donaghy
Principal Consultant (Building Services)

Ben is a Principal Consultant at 2XM Recruit NSW, specialising in Building Services and Construction recruitment across both blue and white collar roles. With five years of recruitment experience, he focuses on building strong relationships with clients and candidates through honest communication and a relationship-driven approach. Outside of work, Ben enjoys F1, the NRL and spending time with his wife.

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Ben Donaghy
Principal Consultant (Building Services)
Ben is a Principal Consultant at 2XM Recruit NSW, specialising in Building Services and Construction recruitment across both blue and white collar roles. With five years of recruitment experience, he focuses on building strong relationships with clients and candidates through honest communication and a relationship-driven approach. Outside of work, Ben enjoys F1, the NRL and spending time with his wife.
Chloe Rees
Recruitment Consultant

Chloe is a Recruitment Consultant in 2XM Recruit’s NSW team. She brings experience in tech recruitment in the UK and blue-collar construction recruitment in Sydney. Chloe prefers to meet clients and candidates in person, which helps her understand what each role needs and find people who’ll stick. Outside work, Chloe enjoys fitness and exploring new places.

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Chloe Rees
Recruitment Consultant
Chloe is a Recruitment Consultant in 2XM Recruit’s NSW team. She brings experience in tech recruitment in the UK and blue-collar construction recruitment in Sydney. Chloe prefers to meet clients and candidates in person, which helps her understand what each role needs and find people who’ll stick. Outside work, Chloe enjoys fitness and exploring new places.
Cristina Garcia
Recruitment Consultant Civil & Construction

Cristina is a Recruitment Consultant at 2XM Recruit, specialising in Civil & Construction recruitment. With a background in recruitment and talent consulting, she brings a strong focus on candidate care, relationship building, and connecting people with the right opportunities. Cristina is passionate about developing her market expertise and building long-term relationships with both candidates and clients.

Chims Tembo
Senior Recruitment Consultant Mining
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Chims Tembo
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Chims is a Senior Recruitment Consultant specialising in Mining at 2XM Recruit. With five years’ experience across mining and construction in Western Australia, he has built a strong track record placing candidates into project and engineering roles, supporting both project delivery and team growth. Chims is passionate about building genuine relationships and takes a people-first approach to recruitment. He values openness and transparency, taking the time to truly understand the needs of both clients and candidates to ensure the right fit and a positive experience for everyone involved.
Adriana Samaranska
Managing Consultant Mining
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Adriana Samaranska
Managing Consultant
"Managing the mining division to support the team, our clients and their candidates reach their goals. Passionate about building strong and lasting relationships with clients and candidates. I have over 5 years of recruitment experience with a background across multiple sectors, including the airline industry when I was in Ireland. Then prior to 2XM I have specialised in the hiring process of both white-collar and blue-collar roles in manufacturing, transport and logistics industries. ​If you work in the mining industry, please connect with myself or the team to talk about possible opportunities."
Agnes Latimer
Divisional Manager Manufacturing/Engineering
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Agnes Latimer
Divisional Manager
Agnes Latimer is 2XM Recruit QLD's Divisional Manager – Manufacturing/Engineering ​Agnes brings a wealth of experience and a passion for recruitment, having spent over 19 years in the UK after moving from Poland. With a strong background in manufacturing and compliance, she has excelled as a Shift Supervisor, Compliance Auditor and 360 Recruitment Consultant, managing over 240 temps during COVID and building a successful NHS team. Now based in Australia, Agnes is eager to apply her extensive experience to our market, delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates. Her dedication to going the extra mile is a guiding principle that has the power to transform lives. Outside of work, Agnes enjoys spending quality time with her family, exploring new places and creating lasting memories. We’re thrilled to have her on board and look forward to the impact she will make in her new role!
Audrey Simhi
People & Culture Business Partner
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Audrey Simhi
People & Culture Business Partner
​Meet Audrey Simhi, 2XM Group's People & Culture Business Partner. With a diverse background spanning digital transformation, investment and technology, Audrey brings over four years of experience to 2XM Group. Passionate about enhancing the employee experience, she partners with businesses to drive strategic people objectives, foster engagement and create thriving workplace cultures.Guided by the motto:"Seek first to understand, before being understood,"Audrey is committed to building meaningful connections and ensuring people feel supported in their careers.Outside of work, she’s a foodie and travel enthusiast, always on the hunt for Sydney’s best eats. On weekends, you’ll likely find her at the dog beach with her cuddly cocker spaniel, Dudley.
Benjamin Greenstreet
Recruitment Consultant Rail and Mining (White Collar)
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Benjamin Greenstreet
Recruitment Consultant
Benjamin joins our Queensland team as a Recruitment Consultant, specialising in white collar recruitment across the Rail and Mining industries. With a diverse background across IT networking, business administration, recruitment, and claims management, Benjamin brings a practical, solutions-focused approach and strong technical understanding to his role. Passionate about providing honest advice and clear market insights, Benjamin is committed to helping professionals understand their market value and navigate opportunities with confidence. He prides himself on guiding candidates and clients through every stage of the recruitment process to achieve the best possible outcomes. Outside of work, Benjamin enjoys fishing, following football, and connecting with people, alongside a keen interest in problem-solving and improving systems and processes
Charles Seward
Director
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Charles Seward
Director
"​I am the Director Client Solutions, ANZ for 2XM Recruit, having worked in the business since 2012. My focus is on driving business growth, an awesome company culture and ensuring service excellence across all our clients. During my early career with 2XM Recruit, I actively recruited across Rail Rolling Stock and Infrastructure projects, providing Blue & White Collar, Temporary and Permanent placement solutions. Prior to working in Recruitment, I completed a Mechanical / Electrical apprenticeship in Rail which has stood me in good stead when working consultatively with clients across their needs and requirements. I’m really excited about the prospect of 2XM Recruit’s growth in Australia over the coming 2–3 years and take a great deal of enjoyment working with the teams to support their own career growth ambitions. If you are a hiring manager within any of our core industry sectors, then I’d be keen to connect with you to discuss the challenges you may be facing and how I can assist."
Danielle Patterson
Principal Consultant Mining
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Danielle Patterson
Principal Consultant
Danielle Patterson is 2XM Recruit’s Principal Consultant for Mining in Perth, focusing on electrical roles. She brings over two years of mining recruitment experience and more than a decade in sales leadership. With a people-first approach and a focus on continuous improvement, Danielle is passionate about building strong relationships and delivering exceptional outcomes for both clients and candidates. Guided by her principles of positivity, respect, and growth, Danielle approaches every day with energy and purpose. Outside of work, she’s an avid traveller who has visited over 70 countries, a proud dog mum to her Alaskan malamute, and a keen hiker who is currently taking on a 35km walk to raise funds for Beyond Blue.
Dean Harrison
Associate Director Rail
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Dean Harrison
Associate Director
"I am an Associate Director, working within the rail industry. My focus is providing blue collar personnel, who undertake installation, maintenance, retrofit, repair & support services, and I have worked with many companies to provide end to end recruitment services. Using my 10 years trade experience I work in partnership to deliver external recruitment support for passenger, freight & light rail rolling stock, rail component manufacturing plus rail track & station upgrade projects. I am passionate about building mutual & meaningful relationships. If you work within the rail industry sector, please do reach out to me. I’d love to discuss your career goals and the exciting opportunities that are available. And if you are a hiring manager within the rail industry sector, then I’d be keen to connect with you to discuss the challenges you may be facing and how I can assist."
Denise Davis
Principal Consultant Rail
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Denise Davis
Principal Consultant
"​With over 16 years’ experience in blue collar recruitment Denise is a key member of our Perth team specialising within our Rail Division. Very experienced mobilising candidates and managing the vigorous associated red tape in FIFO and Rail projects, Denise has serviced many high-volume accounts ranging from process workers to trades and engineering, allowing her to gain knowledge and understanding across many industries. Denise enjoys knowing her market and has managed to build strong relationships with the companies she services. In turn this has seen her accounts grow and allowing her to continue servicing some companies for up to 8 years consecutively. Developing a good understanding of Awards and Agreements, industry standards, worker’s compensation as well as having strong communication and negotiation skills, Denise is our 3rd longest serving team member having joined 2XM in 2014. A bubbly and fun personality around the office if you’re a candidate looking for work or a client within Rail looking for a top-level service, don’t hesitate to connect with Denise and she will be only too happy to help."
Emilia Manni
Recruitment Consultant - Warehousing & Logistics Blue-Collar
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Emilia Manni
Recruitment Consultant - Warehousing & Logistics
"​With many years of recruitment experience and Emilia joins us as an Account Manager in the blue-collar space. She is dedicated to delivering key projects for our clients, ensuring the right talent is in place to drive success. Outside of work, Emilia is happiest by the water — whether swimming, scuba diving, taking walks to the beach or simply soaking up the sun. If the ocean’s involved, she’s there!"
Ethan Norman
Recruitment Consultant Mining
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Ethan Norman
Recruitment Consultant
Ethan Norman is a Recruitment Consultant within the Mining Division at 2XM Recruit, supporting clients and candidates across Western Australia’s dynamic mining sector. He works closely with stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-quality recruitment solutions in a fast-paced and ever-evolving market. Before moving into recruitment, Ethan spent five years in the aviation industry and also built experience DJing at events and venues across Perth. This diverse background has shaped his strong communication skills, adaptability, and people-focused approach. Outside of work, Ethan enjoys staying active, travelling, spending time at the beach, and heading to festivals and concerts whenever he can.
Georgia-Mae Laggan
Recruitment Consultant Civil Construction
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Georgia-Mae Laggan
Recruitment Consultant
Georgia joins as a Recruitment Consultant specialising in Civil Construction, bringing six years of industry experience and a strong understanding of the sector from both operational and client-facing roles. Her background within Civil Construction has given her valuable insight into the industry, allowing her to build strong relationships and deliver a people-first approach to recruitment. Georgia is passionate about connecting the right people with the right opportunities and creating positive outcomes for both clients and candidates.
Hayley Rochford
Senior Recruitment Consultant – HSEQ HSEQ
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Hayley Rochford
Senior Recruitment Consultant – HSEQ
Hayley joins us all the way from Dublin, Ireland, bringing with her eight years of recruitment experience. She is now a Senior Recruitment Consultant for the White Collar team, focusing exclusively on HSEQ recruitment across Western Australia. If you’re looking for your next temporary or permanent opportunity in the HSEQ space, get in touch with Hayley today for a friendly and confidential chat.
Hugo White
Recruitment Consultant Engineering
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Hugo White
Recruitment Consultant
"Coming from the world of Graphic Design and Visual Merchandising, Hugo brings a breath of fresh air to our team. His journey in joining us was nothing short of a plot twist! Who would've thought that an interview for a role in mining with 2XM Recruit would pave the way for a whole new career path in recruitment just weeks later? ​ ​ Hugo knows that life is a delicate dance of balance, where the scales tip and sway. When he’s not immersed in his work, you’ll find him exercising at the gym — he’s strong enough to snap an apple in half with his bare hands. He also might be cooking up beats as a music producer or feeding his wanderlust and travelling the world.​"
Jessica Karanfilovski
Head of Marketing
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Jessica Karanfilovski
Head of Marketing
"​Jessica Karanfilovski is an accomplished marketing professional with over a decade of experience in the field. She holds a degree in Business with a major in Marketing, and has amassed a wealth of knowledge and expertise throughout her career. With experience in various industries, such as commercial fitouts, IT recruitment and data consultancy, she has a proven track record of developing and executing effective marketing strategies. Currently, Jessica leads the company’s marketing efforts with her deep understanding of marketing trends, strategic thinking, and a firm grasp of data-driven marketing. Her diverse background and experience in different industries give her a unique perspective on marketing and she is always eager to share her insights and best practices with others. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Jessica is a dedicated mother of two. Despite her busy schedule, she has been able to effectively balance her responsibilities as a marketing professional and a mother. She is passionate about both roles and takes great pride in being able to excel in both areas of her life."
Karoline Carvalho
Credit and Accounts Officer
Joanne Morrell
Office Administrator 2XM Recruit Perth
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Joanne Morrell
Office Administrator
Joanne Morrell is the Office Administrator for 2XM Recruit Perth, bringing over five years of administration experience across the medical, hospitality, and retail sectors. Highly organised, efficient, and people-focused, she keeps our Perth office running smoothly by supporting our consultants, managing day-to-day operations, and ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and clients. Originally from Perth and raised in a coastal village near Edinburgh, Joanne also brings a creative background as an author, podcaster, and speaker. Her strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to juggle multiple priorities make her an exceptional addition to our team. Outside of work, Joanne loves nature walks, exploring new places, and spending time with family and friends. She's also a passionate reader and film lover and one day hopes to build a tiny home in the country with her own vineyard.
Jon Monamy
HSE Manager
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Jon Monamy
HSE Manager
"​I have 20 years of experience as a HSEQ specialist (health, safety, environment, and quality management) from across numerous industries including Mining, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Rail, and Transport & Logistics. ​At 2XM Recruit as HSE manager, I implement policies and practises to identify/mitigate hazardous conditions to create preventative action and investigate any incidents. Alongside understanding industry standards. ​My personal interests include being crazy for sport, obsessed with good wine, and an addiction to fishing."
Lewis Meldrum
Senior Recruitment Consultant – Construction Construction
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Lewis Meldrum
Senior Recruitment Consultant – Construction
​Lewis comes with a solid background in blue-collar work, having spent four and a half years in the drilling industry, both on the surface and underground and just before joining 2XM Recruit, he worked in the NBN infrastructure industry. ​ ​ Drawn by positive reviews, Lewis became intrigued by the world of recruitment. His journey began with attending the 2XM Recruit open night, which convinced him to join the team.​ ​ Lewis is committed to navigating the recruitment world with an open mind, soaking up knowledge and aiming for excellence every step of the way.​ ​ Beyond the office, you'll catch Lewis riding the waves on his surfboard, perfecting his swing on the golf course or cheering on his favourite AFL team.​
Megan Grace
Senior Recruitment Consultant Rail and Engineering
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Megan Grace
Senior Recruitment Consultant
"I am a recruitment consultant with experience across the UK, US, Canada and now Australia.​ I began my Recruitment journey in the UK where I worked with various global rail businesses on major projects and bids. I then expanded into the US and Canadian markets, working across all states and provinces for around 3 years. My expertise now lies within Rail and Engineering across the East Coast of Australia where I focus on placing white collar professionals into a mixture of businesses, both on a small and global scale. If you work within Rail or Engineering industries, please do reach out to me. As I’d love to discuss your career goals and the exciting opportunities that are available."
Melissa Clarke
Account Manager
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Melissa Clarke
Account Manager
Melissa Clarke is an Account Manager at 2XM Recruit, focused on building strong client relationships and delivering a seamless, high-quality experience across the recruitment process. She works closely with clients to understand their needs and ensure consistent, effective outcomes. Melissa brings a diverse background across customer service, logistics administration, and defence force recruitment. This experience has equipped her with strong communication, organisational, and stakeholder engagement skills, allowing her to manage processes efficiently while maintaining a people-first approach. Known for her approachable style and commitment to delivering great results, Melissa plays an important role in supporting both clients and the wider team.
Mimi Nguyen
Financial Accountant
Steve Bridson
Head of Finance
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Steve Bridson
Head of Finance
Steve is a commercially astute finance leader with over a decade of experience across healthcare, distribution, FMCG, and technology sectors. As Head of Finance at SustainRecruit, he leads a high-performing team, driving financial strategy, operational efficiency, and robust reporting frameworks. With a background in Big 4 chartered accounting and a track record of delivering finance and supply chain transformations, Steve combines deep technical expertise with a collaborative, hands-on leadership style. His focus is on aligning finance with business goals to support sustainable growth and innovation.
Sam Turner
Director
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Sam Turner
Director
"As a Director of 2XM Recruit I am responsible for our WA business unit, striving to ensure each operation delivers and exceeds service level expectations to both our customers and our candidates. Internally I am also responsible and very passionate about the development of our people, driving a high-performance environment with a huge emphasis on career development, personal growth, and a fun culture to go with it! I have been part of the TXM Group for over 10 years now having joined 2XM Recruit business back in 2012 and what an incredible journey it’s been! During that time, I have seen the business grow significantly and am now very excited about the next stage of our growth plan. ​ During my early career with 2XM Recruit, I actively recruited within our Engineering and Manufacturing division and over time I have also been fortunate to work closely with our Rail and Mining customers too, providing Blue & White Collar, Temporary and Permanent placement solutions across these core sectors.​ With a fantastic team at all levels across the country, I am very much looking forward to executing our business strategy to significantly grow our market presence across Australia over the next 3-5 years.​ Having initially started my career in the Fitness industry, outside of work I enjoy all sports, spending quality time with family and friends and keeping that competitive edge coaching my eldest son’s soccer team!​ If you are interested in joining our team, please connect with me and I would welcome discussing career opportunities at 2XM Recruit."
Tim Lloyd
Divisional Manager Engineering, Rail and Construction
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Tim Lloyd
Divisional Manager
"I am the Managing Consultant for the Engineering & Manufacturing team in Perth. My focus is on developing and building our team of consultants who focus on temporary and permanent staff across various blue collar and white-collar roles.​ My team are focussed within specialist engineering verticals offering blue- and white-collar recruitment solutions across Manufacturing, Asset Management, Industrial Maintenance, Warehouse & Stores and Production & Assembly.​ My personal desk operates across Manufacturing and Maintenance at both workshop and mid to senior management level and I have managed and sourced for various high-volume blue-collar projects including school-based summer programs, as well as placing numerous senior management employees for our national and international clients.​ If you work within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Transport or Production industries, please don’t hesitate to reach out - I’d love to discuss your career goals and ambitions, as well as the exciting opportunities we have available.​ If you’re a hiring manager, or currently struggling to source/ retain staff, I’d be very interested in connecting with you to discuss the challenges you may be facing and how myself and the team can assist."

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