• JOB VACANCIES
• Engineering
• Food Technology
• Industrial Chemistry
• Management
• Pharmaceutical
• Systems & Administration

The National Team

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• Deirdre Perkins

  Founder and Chief Executive Officer

  Founder and CEO of Perkins Resources, Deirdre Perkins has an intimate knowledge of the search and recruitment process involved in finding the premier candidates for organizations that match both skill set and organisation culture. With almost fifteen years experience recruiting for both National and International science based organizations, Deirdre is highly skilled in managing key appointments and large, exclusive accounts.  As the Founder and CEO of Perkins Resources, Deirdre’s networks are well established in the science community. Recruiting primarily Executive roles Deirdre's networks extend to all levels and across university and private sector organizations within this growing sector.  Deirdre inspires the Perkins Resources Team with her professionalism, strong strategic skills and her dedication to delivering a quality service to her clients.

• Priya Patel

  Office Administrator – National

  Having moved to Brisbane from London, Priya joined Perkins Resources in 2008, where she is responsible for accounts and payroll, as well as coordinating all National processes and administration.  Priya is a key first point of contact for our clients, candidates and suppliers.  Priya has an educational background in Pharmaceutical Management (BSc HONS) and Marketing (MA), with significant experience in Customer Services, Sales, Administration and Analysis.

The Brisbane Team

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• Melinda Barton

  Senior Consultant - Brisbane

  Joining Perkins Resources at its inception, Melinda has over nine years scientific recruitment experience in Brisbane and has an extensive knowledge of the Queensland Science and Technology industry.  Having held managerial positions, Melinda has recruited extensively in the areas of environmental, petrochemical, food, biotechnology and pharmaceutical at all levels from graduates to senior executives.   Melinda also has experience in the management of large commercial and government accounts.  Melinda graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Science in 1988 and went on to gain First Class Honours in Microbiology in 1989.

• Andrew Shaw

  Consultant - Brisbane

  Andrew has a strong background in clinical research, having spent 7 years working in research in London in both the NHS and Private sectors.  Andrew returned to Brisbane at the end of 2007 to join Perkins Resources.  Andrew is specialising in clinical research placements for Commercial and Non-Commercial Research Organisations, Hospitals and the Pharmaceutical and Biotech industry.

• Aimee Faughey

  Consultant - Brisbane

  Aimee has an extensive customer service background and a genuine enthusiasm for the Food Industry.  Aimee spent many years in a management role at Woolworths in the Long Life section and is now using that experience in her role at Perkins Resources.  Aimee has a Bachelor of Science majoring in Microbiology and Biological Sciences.  Aimee is currently recruiting for Perkins Resources clients in the Food Manufacturing Industry.

• Louise Sweeney

  Consultant – Brisbane

  Louise has worked in the Pharmaceutical Industry for a number of years in Ireland. Joining Perkins Resources in 2008 Louise specialises in recruiting for Perkins Resources clients in the Laboratory, Pharmaceutical, Environmental and Petrochemical areas. Louise has a Bachelor of Science majoring in Chemistry (Hons) from the National University of Ireland.

The Melbourne Team

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• Nathan Lingford

  Consultant - Melbourne

  Nathan has had extensive experience as a Quality Assurance Manager in the food manufacturing industry.  Nathan trained and motivated over 70 employees in HACCP, Food Processing, Chemical Awareness, R&D and Good Manufacturing Practises.  Nathan brings this knowledge to the recruitment process and provides hands on advice to clients in their staffing needs as well as good practical advice to candidates in their quest for their ideal role.  Nathan has a Bachelor degree in Applied Science.

• Marilyn Jones

  Senior Consultant - Melbourne

  Having recruited in Melbourne and London for more than seven years at a senior level, Marilyn offers you an informed recruitment service. Previously having worked in Technical sales and as a Research Assistant, Marilyn understands the importance of matching culture as well as skills when sourcing candidates. Marilyn has a broad network of professional colleagues both nationally and internationally that enhances her searching capabilities to give you the best candidate. Marilyn holds a BSc in Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology from Adelaide University.

• Sasha Fichera

  Senior Consultant - Melbourne

  Sasha has had extensive experience in sales, marketing and business development in a variety of industries, most recently in sleep medicine. Prior to working for corporate organizations, Sasha was self employed managing SME's with 20 to 30 staff. Sasha is skilled at identifying new business opportunities, product development and managing start-up ventures. It is these skills and business knowledge that she brings to the recruitment process. Sasha has a Bachelor degree in Chemistry and is currently completing her Masters of Entrepreneurship and innovation.

• Farahnaz Farahbakhsh

  Consultant - Melbourne

  Farahnaz brings to Perkins Resources valuable knowledge and skills in the areas of Haematology and Pathology sciences whilst working for both public and the private health care scheme.  With over 5 years of experience in Pathology Science gained as an Assistant Manager and Senior Scientist of the Haematology Department at Primary Health Care in Melbourne and Sydney as well as  a Pathology Scientist at the Institution of Clinical Pathology and Medical Research, Westmead Hospital, Sydney.  Farahnaz has managed and motivated her fellow workers in their quest to becoming better scientists. Farahnaz holds a Bachelor of Biomedical Science with a major in Haematology and Molecular Biology from the University of Technology, Sydney.