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Michelle Vermaak

Michelle Vermaak
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Michelle Vermaak

Divisional Manager - Engineering, IT & Warehouse

I specialise in permanent, contract and temporary roles within Warehouse, Logistics, Engineering, Manufacturing, and IT recruitment at all levels within an organisation.

Typical Roles

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  • Warehouse:

    • Warehouse assistants

    • Pick-packers

    • Forklift drivers

    • Warehouse team leaders

    • Warehouse supervisors and managers

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  • Logistics:

    • Loan kit technicians

    • Loan kit coordinators

    • Loan kit schedulers

    • Loan kit managers

    • Logistics officers

    • Logistics coordinators

    • Import and export coordinators

    • Logistics analysts

    • Logistics and distribution managers

    • Inventory controllers

    • Inventory specialists

    • Inventory managers

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  • Engineering:

    • Workshop engineers

    • Repair technicians

    • Field service engineers

    • Applications and technical support specialists

    • Design engineers

    • Production engineers

    • Maintenance engineers

    • Technical service managers and directors

    • Engineering managers

    • Heads of engineering

    • Maintenance managers

  • Manufacturing:

    • Production operators

    • Production planners

    • Production managers

    • Compounding technicians

    • Medical device assemblers

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  • IT:

    • IT officers

    • Help desk support

    • IT support

    • Applications specialists

    • AI and machine learning specialists

    • IT business analysts

    • IT project managers

    • IT managers

    • Heads of IT

    • Chief information officers

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Background
I have 16 years experience in recruitment, 8 of which have been with HPG. I support clients and candidates across New South Wales, Queensland, and New Zealand. I would describe myself as persistent, positive, and passionate about connecting our value to the patient.

I don’t give up easily and love tackling challenging roles, where I use my skills to think outside the box and find the best solutions. I treat blue-collar recruitment with the same dedication as white-collar, leading to an impressive 85% assignment extension rate for placed contractors.

Building strong business relationships is key to my success, with 80% of my contracting placements resulting in repeat business. I ensure candidates possess the reliability and dedication required for critical roles. I treat all candidates with respect and genuine interest in their career goals, ensuring a perfect match for our clients.

I'm passionate about my clients' businesses and their impact on healthcare, I embrace change and foster creativity, deeply committed to the values and aspirations of your organisation.

  • ​Michelle is a highly efficient, competent and responsive recruiter. The role I was hired for was exactly as advertised. The contract terms and rate negotiation was highly transparent and I was extremely pleased with the overall outcome and role. Michelle was in constant contact with regular updates on the progress of the role and contract being negotiated. The contract signing, and conditions in the contract, exactly as agreed/discussed during the negotiation phase. I'd recommend Michelle as a recruiter for anyone looking for a role in her area of specialisation.

    Data Migration Lead
    Data Migration Lead , Biotechnology Company

  • ​Michelle is highly dedicated and passionate about reaching the best outcomes for her client. During my dealings with Michelle she continually endeavoured to go above and beyond with efficiently and utmost professionalism. Michelle provided sound knowledge and understanding across the requirements to a very high calibre.

    Head of IT
    Head of IT , Media Company

  • ​Michelle at HPG has been our recruitment partner for over 4 years now and helped with both permanent and contract recruitment. In fact, our nearly our entire Warehouse Team has been fulfilled by Michelle! I believe this is in large part because she really understands our culture. The candidates provided by Michelle and HPG are always of a high standard, adding value from their initial days and are always reliable.

    Warehouse Supervisor
    Warehouse Supervisor , Medical Devices Company

  • ​Michelle and I have worked together on multiple placements over the past 5 years. We continue to work together because Michelle is a true professional and provides a very high level of customer centric care. In my experience Michelle is efficient and effective every time. She listens and understands how to support busy hiring managers

    Human Resource Manager
    Human Resource Manager , Medical Devices Company

Jobs by Michelle Vermaak.

IT

Director of Cloud Applications

  • Brisbane
  • $200000 - $240000 per annum

Benefits Competitive salary with bonus structure Work on cutting-edge healthcare cloud technology Global collaboration with teams across the world Influence business strategy and technical roadmaps About the Company A globally recognised healthcare technology company investing heavily in cloud solutions and artificial intelligence. With strong backing and a commitment to innovation, they are enhancing medical applications to improve patient care. The company is expanding its cloud offerings and driving digital transformation across healthcare systems. About the Opportunity This critical leadership role will oversee cloud applications and software development, managing a technical team. You will work closely with stakeholders across multiple locations, aligning business objectives by improving development processes, and expanding cloud capabilities. You will report to the US-based leader and collaborate closely with local and global teams, ensuring alignment with corporate goals. Duties Develop and implement cloud strategy aligned with business goals Lead and mentor a high-performing software engineering team Collaborate with key stakeholders in engineering, product management, and regulatory teams Identify process gaps and implement improvements in software development Oversee architecture design and cloud infrastructure optimisation Drive innovation in AI and machine learning within cloud applications Monitor security, compliance, and performance of cloud solutions Skills and Experience Expertise in cloud software development  Experience working within the medical device or medical technology industry is highly desirable.  Proven experience in leading and managing technical teams Strong understanding of software development processes and technical architecture Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Exposure to AI, machine learning, or deep learning would be advantageous Knowledge of medical regulations in software development (ISO 13485, FDA, TGA) is beneficial.  Culture A dynamic and collaborative workplace with a global mindset. The company values innovation, teamwork, and leadership, fostering an environment where technical expertise meets business strategy. How to Apply Click apply or contact Michelle Vermaak on 02 8877 8760 for a confidential discussion.

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Warehousing and Logistics

Loan Kit Technician

  • Macquarie Park
  • $65000 - $70000 per annum

Benefits Full time role, working Monday to Friday. Located in Macquarie Park with parking available on site. You will be a part of a motivated and supportive team. About the company A large medical device company specialised in distributing life saving medical devices and surgical equipment across Australia. About the opportunity In this role you will be responsible for assisting in various areas within the loan kit department to ensure medical loan kits are received, checked and processed, picked, packed and prepared accurately and in time for surgeries as well as inventory is maintained and replenished where needed. Duties Receiving loan kits. Checking and processing usage. Pick, pack and prepare loan kits according to orders Dispatch accurately and on-time Utilisation of the system (SAP) to locate and process loan kits Cycle counts and maintaining inventory. General warehouse duties Skills and Experience Experience working within the medical device industry or CSSD is essential. Experience as a Logistics coordinator, Loan kit technician, Warehouse Assistant or CSSD Technician is required. Experience working with SAP is a must have. High attention to detail. Great communication. Energetic with a positive attitude. Flexible with your time. Reliable. Own vehicle and valid drivers licence. Culture This company boasts a fantastic work culture and will offer you a supportive and friendly team environment. How to Apply Click apply and provide us with a copy of your updated CV or contact Michelle Vermaak on 02 8877 8760 for a confidential discussion

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Engineering

Field Service Coordinator

  • Alexandria
  • $35.50 per hour + super

Benefits: On-going temporary assignment with the potential to go permanent. Full-time day hours, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Based in the Inner South suburbs of Sydney with parking available on-site Immediate start About the Company Our client is a leading provider of medical equipment, known for their innovative technology and exceptional customer support. They are experiencing rapid growth and require an experienced Service Coordinator to support their expanding field service team. About the Opportunity This is a fast-paced role supporting the Field Service team in scheduling service jobs, managing spare parts inventory, handling customer inquiries and delivering demo equipment to and from conferences. You will be responsible for coordinating service requests, troubleshooting basic technical issues, and ensuring timely responses to clients. You will also be required to physically handle stock, including cycle counts, unpacking and receipting, pick, packing and dispatching spare parts.   Duties: Schedule and coordinate field engineers for service jobs. Manage inventory – stock receipt, unpacking, stock counts, monitoring and tracking stock. Process purchase orders and invoices  Respond to customer inquiries via phone and email  Troubleshoot basic customer issues before escalating to engineers. Reporting and stock control using excel. Delivering demo equipment to and from conferences. Skills and Experience: Service coordination, customer service or scheduling experience is required. Working in a regulated or fast paced environment such as medical device or capital equipment is preferred.  Experience working in a warehouse or storeroom managing inventory including stock levels, stock counts, receiving stock is essential.  Strong computer literacy is required, specifically with MS Word and Excel. Experience working with systems such as SAP is highly advantageous.  Excellent communication with the ability to handle high-pressure situations Excellent attention to detail and problem solving.  Quick learner and adaptable. Full drivers licence and willingness to do deliveries of demo equipment.  Culture Collaborative and fast-paced team that values proactive problem solvers. Supportive and friendly environment with growth opportunities in a thriving industry. How to Apply Click Apply Now or contact Michelle Vermaak on 02 8877 8760 for a confidential discussion.

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Blogs by Michelle Vermaak

Navigating Change in the Logistics Industry

Navigating Change in the Logistics Industry

10.07.2023
Top 5 Challenges in Health IT and How to Overcome Them

Top 5 Challenges in Health IT and How to Overcome Them

23.06.2023
The Power of Teamwork in Warehousing and Logistics

The Power of Teamwork in Warehousing and Logistics

23.06.2023
Revolutionising Manufacturing Processes Through Innovation

Revolutionising Manufacturing Processes Through Innovation

12.05.2023
​Collaborative Success Stories in Medical Device Development

​Collaborative Success Stories in Medical Device Development

10.05.2023
​The Future of Logistics: How Technology Empowers Excellence

​The Future of Logistics: How Technology Empowers Excellence

10.05.2023

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