EARTH AI is a fast-growing tech startup transforming the way critical metals are discovered. Founded in 2016 in Sydney, we are on a mission to secure the future of technology and infrastructure by responsibly sourcing the metals essential for global advancement. Using cutting-edge technology, we identify and develop new metal deposits with unmatched efficiency and sustainability. Our vision is to lead the industry by discovering and owning the majority of future metal deposits while becoming the most advanced, efficient, and responsible metal commodity company in the world.

We’re looking for a curious, organised self-starter to join us as a Graduate Hiring Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate who wants to be at the heart of a fast-moving start-up, learning the ins and outs of recruitment, onboarding, and people operations. At EARTH AI, you’ll get to wear many hats, work alongside a passionate team, and see first-hand how a start-up grows and attracts the right talent. You might not know exactly where your career will take you yet, but you’re eager to learn fast, try new things, and contribute to building something that matters.

You’ll do a bit of everything, from supporting recruitment campaigns and coordinating interviews, to helping new starters settle in and assisting with HR projects. This role includes travel to meet team members or attend events, so a flexible, proactive mindset is essential. No prior recruitment experience is required, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

About the Role

You’ll be part of the operations team, helping to ensure the hiring process runs smoothly and new team members have a fantastic experience. It’s a full-time role based in our Sydney office (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm), with required travel to our remote exploration sites around Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, screening applications, and scheduling interviews

Assist with onboarding new team members, from documentation to welcoming them to the business

Maintain accurate people records, HR documentation, and reporting

Coordinate internal communications, calendars, and recruitment-related logistics

Help plan and support recruitment campaigns, events, and engagement initiatives

Contribute to process improvements and HR projects across the business

Jump in to support ad-hoc tasks and special projects across the organisation

Who You Are:

A recent graduate from any discipline (science, business, arts, engineering - we’re open)

Motivated to learn, contribute, and explore different areas of HR and recruitment

Highly organised, detail-focused, and good at following things through

Comfortable figuring things out when there’s no clear playbook

Confident interacting with people at all levels

Curious about tech, start-ups, and building a positive workplace culture

A team player who’s not afraid to ask questions or get stuck in

Why Join Us:

Learning opportunities: Gain hands-on experience across recruitment, onboarding, and people operations

Growth opportunities: Shape your own career path in a fast-growing start-up

Collaborative environment: Work with passionate, supportive people

Competitive pay: Base salary + quarterly performance bonus

Perks: Team lunches, company retreats, professional development, and more