Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment

In reply to Mr COWDREY (Colton) (20 June 2024). (Estimates Committee A)

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Attorney-General, Minister for Industrial Relations and Public Sector): I have been advised:

Of the eight chief executive recruitment processes, three did not obtain three or four quotes from recruitment companies, as listed below:

Chief Executive, Forestry SA–two quotes were obtained

Commissioner, Commission on Excellence and Innovation in Health–one quote was obtained

Mental Health Commissioner–one quote was obtained.

The above roles are unique with a narrow field of potential candidates. Quotes were sought from recruitment agencies who had a thorough understanding of the particular industry, all of which are specialist in nature.

The recruitment agencies who were invited to provide a quote were also able to provide a targeted search, ensuring candidates with relevant skills and experience were aware of the role.

In addition, as advised during the estimates session, the Chief Executive, Office for Early Childhood Development was directly appointed to the position due to the highly specialised nature of the role.