Our Team

Sally Desch is the powerhouse behind HRM Contracting and Consulting. With an extensive background in recruitment for local government and industry, Sally founded the company in 2004 and has seen it flourish beyond her expectations. With an impressive client list including two Local Councils and employers of all sizes and sectors across the Sunshine Coast, HRM is establishing itself as a market leader for its professionalism and quality.

Gavin Bromley performs the role of Senior Technical Consultant covering all aspects of blue collar recruitment.  Overall account management, business development and strategic sourcing for permanent, contract and temporary recruitment solutions.  Gavin is a trade qualified fitter/ turner with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.  Making the transition into recruitment 7 years ago, his 10 years hands on experience combined with 7 years recruiting in the manufacturing, construction and industrial sector enables him to promptly source suitable candidates.

Lyn Davies performs the Senior Recruitment Consultant / Account Manager role. Lyn holds an impressive resume, complemented by her extensive knowledge of local business and regional trends. Lyn has held various roles in the recruitment industry spanning from Professional Recruitment in Melbourne to more recently partnering with many Sunshine Coast businesses to place quality personnel locally. With Lyn's experience, she can quickly ascertain the correct "fit" for businesses and candidates, therefore providing an efficient and effective service to all parties.

Cheryl Keegan performs the role of HR Consultant. Cheryl brings several years experience in HR working alongside operations, as a business partner providing the whole spectrum of HR services. This experience has been gained in customer focused industries, predominantly in the retail sector, but also including the tertiary and health sectors. Most recently having worked in senior leadership roles, Cheryl has demonstrated the contribution HR can make to overall business outcomes and bottom line results. Cheryl is passionate in providing support for Business Owners and Managers to realise the full potential of their workforce in order to maximise their business outcomes, through robust operational HR systems and processes along with flexible and innovative people development and workforce strategies.

Katie Adams is the Financial Administration support for HRM. Katie comes from a solid background in administration working for Federal and Local Government before commencing with HRM. Katie has performed a variety of roles with HRM, from being the first point of contact for our candidates and clients, moving into Recruitment and more recently performing the Financial Administration function for HRM. Katie has transitioned through all her roles with her warm attitude and diligence to ensure a stress free relationship for both candidates and clients when dealing with HRM, in whatever area of business.

Antonia Robinson performs our cruicial role of Administration Officer and Resourcer, supporting the HRM team in all areas of its daily operations. Antonia has a broad skill set, adapting to the diverse needs of the business. Antonia's experience in providing exceptional customer service is what sets her apart in dealing with our candidates and clients. Antonia also has experience in managing our temp desk, which prepares her to respond promptly to both our candidate and client enquiries.

Shannon Slack has been with HRM since 2010 joining HRM as a school based trainee, successfully completing her traineeship at the end of 2011. With having completed year 12, a Certificate III in Business Administration and her demonstrated experience as part of the HRM team, when the opportunity opened up for a Administration/Reception role with HRM, Shannon was the perfect fit. Bringing her enthusiasm and passion for learning to her new full-time role, Shannon has quickly picked up on her new responsibilities and is proving a valuable asset in her new role. Shannon will often be the first contact candidates and clients have with HRM and therefore, this role is critical and Shannon aims to create a positive first impression at all times.