Management Profile
Meet Max Frew
"A geologist's eye for detail translates perfectly into recruitment. Both fields require patience, precision, and the ability to see potential where others don't."
Max Frew, Director + Geologist
A Passion for Mining Recruitment
Max Frew's career began in 1980 working as a Mining & Exploration Geologist at gold and diamond exploration projects in Western Australia. His early work included drilling the southern extensions of the renowned Golden Mile region and involvement in diamond exploration activities in the Great Sandy Desert. Additionally, he served as a Senior Mine Geologist in Kalgoorlie.
With a track record spanning over 40 years in the mining industry, Max transitioned into Professional Geoscience Recruitment, initially as the Branch Manager & Partner of Workpac during its startup phase in Kalgoorlie. His dual expertise, combining over 20 years in recruitment and extensive mining industry experience, has provided him with a deep understanding of the sector's demands and the importance of building and retaining a strong workforce.
Max's latest mining recruitment business, Geology Group, is a labour hire company specialising in the recruitment of Geologists and other mining industry professionals. Geology Group has been established to support the needs of the mining industry by meticulously matching candidates to specific roles.
What sets Max apart as a recruiter in the mining industry are his highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to form and foster meaningful relationships with both mining companies and each individual Geologist seeking work.
His experience as a Geologist on mine sites in Western Australia and knowledge of mining hiring processes, as well as an affable personality has enabled Max to develop a service offering based on traditional values such as honesty and integrity.
View Max's curriculum vitae (PDF 549KB).