All Your Questions, Answered
We’re all about keeping things clear, supportive, and hassle-free for our contractors. That’s why we’ve answered the questions we get most—from jobseekers in technology and business support roles across Australia. Whether you’re just starting your search or already working with us, you’ll find the info you need right here
What is Whizdom and how is it different from other labour hire companies?
Whizdom is an Australian, Veteran-owned, DISP-certified recruitment agency specialising in contract, permanent recruitment and consulting services. Whizdom uses a profit-share model that encourages collaboration not competition amoungst recruiters meaning they are not motivated purely by commissions. This means more candidate sharing across job opportunities and better service as a result.
What types of jobs does Whizdom recruit?
We place technology professionals roles spanning the full development lifecycle—including roles in planning and analysis, design, development, testing and quality assurance, deployment and release management, operations and support, and cybersecurity and governance—offering end-to-end expertise for technology projects.
We recruit a wide range of positions in corporate business support services, including administration, executive support, office management, human resources, finance, procurement, project support, compliance and governance, marketing, customer service, data and records management, training coordination, and non-technical business analysis.
Whizdom also specialise in placing Security cleared physical security guards across Australia's defence sites.
What kind of support does Whizdom offer contractors?
We also have a comprehensive contractor care program that offers access to Same Day Pay service, career coaching, EAP access, free flu shots, exclusive merchandise (including a Kathmandu jacket), and discounts with QANTAS Club, Navy Health, and Defence Bank . Our team is here to support you before, during, and post placement.
How does Whizdom’s Same Day Pay service work?
Whizdom offers a Same Day Pay service for contractors. If your approved timesheet is submitted before 4:30pm, you’ll be paid the same day
Does Whizdom offer jobs for security-cleared professionals?
Yes. Whizdom specialises in security-cleared hiring and store all candidate data securely in Australia. We are a Level 3 DISP member and can sponsor clearances from Baseline to NV2.
