About Us

Simon Whiteside excels through his first-hand and innate knowledge of construction projects from inception to completion. With 24 years of experience delivering complex projects for some of the world’s leading construction and infrastructure companies, Simon now uses this expertise to ensure construction companies are supported to recruit the best candidate for the role.

Known across the sector as a committed, thorough and connected recruitment specialist, Simon co-founded and co-leads Buildability Group. Clients benefit from Simon’s intimate knowledge of construction processes and tasks along with his is drive and ambition to ensure he matches the right candidate to fit the company and the role. Simon also oversees trades and labour hire at Buildability Group and is a key leader of a team of motivated and enthusiastic recruitment specialists.

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With a reputation as a leading construction recruitment specialist, David Shapiro has been delivering clients exceptional results in the construction recruitment sector for over 14 years. Known across the construction, engineering and property industries as a tenacious and thorough operator, David prides himself of ensuring he does all in his power to find companies the right person for the role.

His result’s driven nature has created a far-reaching network of key industry contacts from a multitude of medium and large companies. David draws on his experience in Australia and abroad to co-lead the team of recruitment specialists at Buildability Group to deliver an exceptional service to both employers and candidates.

David prides himself on finding the best possible solutions for his clients, with personalised, open and honest advice. He’s also a firm believer in a transparent recruitment style, which leaves each party comfortable knowing that every opportunity found for a candidate is one they’ll find well-matched to their experience and needs.

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Tom is a results-driven principal recruitment consultant with over five years’ experience in the industry. After obtaining a Degree in Applied & Human Biology and briefly pursuing a career in the medical field, he moved to Australia to commence a career in landscape and infrastructure recruitment.

He specialises in recruiting permanent staff for the landscape construction and maintenance industries across Australia, where he developed a strong network in Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane. Tom is dedicated to ensuring client’s needs are met and prides himself on being pro-active and taking the extra step to make things happen through his determined and industrious nature.

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Brooke is an experienced, determined and personable subcontractor recruitment specialist with over ten years in this industry. Brooke consistently demonstrates her passion for project and contract management and subcontractor recruitment to achieve outstanding results for clients and placements.

Brooke brings her expertise in recruitment advertising to the Buildability Group, maximising opportunities for both clients and candidates. She shows initiative and is proactive seeking opportunities across the industry and approaches interactions in an honest and genuine manner. With a vast network of connections of subcontractors in the construction industry, Brooke is committed to matching the right candidate to the right type of work.

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Lewis is a specialist at recruiting some of Australia’s best trades and labour workers. Having gained industry experience as a trade assistant on a variety of large developments in the UK, Lewis has a thorough understanding of construction projects including residential, government and commercial developments. Lewis has an ability to communicate clearly and a keen eye for detail which sees clients return time and again.

Lewis prides himself on being responsive and thorough and will leave no stone unturned to meet the needs of both clients and workers. He specialises in the construction labour hire industry with an innate ability to select the right candidates for the right jobs. He has expertise in all facets of construction, plumbing and mechanical services and uses his first-hand experience when advising clients and providing quality trades and labour personnel.

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Shona is an experienced recruitment specialist with a demonstrated history of providing high-quality recruitment support across a variety of industries. Shona draws upon her experience in Australia and the UK which gives her a unique perspective on trends in recruitment across the globe. This insight means Shona can match the right candidate to the right role.

Shona is highly skilled in sourcing, recruitment advertising, recruitment and administration and brings energy, persistence and positivity to Buildability Group.

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Jack is a passionate recruitment consultant with significant knowledge of the construction industry. After beginning his experience as a trade’s assistant in the UK, he acquired a position within recruitment. In 2020 Jack moved to Australia to further his career, gaining expertise in a wide range of construction, electrical and mechanical services. His extensive experience provides him with a holistic understanding of the construction industry and Sydney’s construction market needs.

Jack specialises in sourcing and recruiting staff for electrical and mechanical construction across commercial, solar, and industrial projects. He prides himself on his perseverance and tenacity and is dedicated to providing a quality service.

Jack’s proactive and determined nature results in excellent outcomes for his candidates and clients alike.

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Thomas recently made the move to recruitment consulting following his extensive experience in the UK construction industry. Thomas brings an array of industry knowledge to Buildability Group, possessing expertise in construction and civil engineering. At Buildability, Thomas specialises in permanent recruitment in Client-Side Project Management, Property Development and Quantity Surveying. He ensures that both Clients and Candidates needs are strictly adhered to and met with confidence and efficiency. Thomas’s agility and pragmatic approach results in positive outcomes for all parties involved in the recruitment process.

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Scott is a committed and dedicated recruitment consultant specialising in the fitout and refurbishment sector of the construction industry. Scott prides himself on his unyielding work ethic and a genuine passion for connecting talented professionals with their ideal roles.

Scott draws on his diverse and extensive experience in the wellness industry to understand what motivates and drives people, allowing him to seamlessly match people with suitable roles.

His time spent working on large residential, commercial, and major infrastructure projects under top-tier companies has provided Scott with valuable insights into the intricacies of the construction industry. The transition to construction recruitment is a perfect fit, given Scott’s hands-on experience and network connections.

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Rani is a chartered accountant from India with CPA Australia certification and over seven years’ experience across payroll and accounting. Responsible for all financial and commercial aspects of Buildability Group operations, Rani is a key member of the team with a friendly and approachable nature and a keen eye for detail.

Rani supports the organisation with her expertise in payroll, accounting, compiling and presenting reports, preparing budget forecasts and processing tax payments and returns.

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