Simplify the Complex

To respond to operational demands, organisations must be equipped with the right resources at the right time.

Projectum Group specialises in labour hire solutions that enable the delivery of complex outcomes. We provide skilled resourcing in Technical Project Management & Project Support, Defence Capability Services and Support, ICT, and Administrative & Business Support Services. Let us help you achieve your organisational outcomes with the right talent at the right time.

Consider a Labour Hire Partner to Unlock Success

Recruiting and onboarding skilled professionals can be time-consuming, costly, and misaligned with urgent delivery needs. By partnering with a technical labour hire provider, organisations can mitigate recruitment delays, reduce overheads, and access qualified talent exactly when it's needed.

Projectum Group enables organisations to scale quickly, respond to shifting operational demands, and maintain momentum on complex initiatives.

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Projectum Group delivers labour hire and workforce solutions across ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC, SA, and WA. We understand that many organisations operate nationally and require consistent, compliant workforce support across multiple jurisdictions.

Our ability to service clients in all major States ensures seamless engagement, regardless of location and reflects our commitment to flexibility, responsiveness, and national capability.

Whether you're managing a single-site project or coordinating a multi-state workforce strategy, Projectum Group is equipped to meet your needs with licensed, reliable, and quality personnel.

If your organisation requires labour hire support across multiple states or is planning a national workforce initiative, get in touch with Projectum Group today. We’ll help you navigate compliance and deliver the right talent, wherever you operate.

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Labour Hire vs Outsourced Providers

When organisations need external support, they often weigh the benefits of labour hire against outsourced service providers. While both models offer access to external expertise, labour hire provides greater control, flexibility, and transparency. Resources are integrated into existing teams and work on behalf of the organisation. All work conducted by the resources are retained by the organisation and are not subject to ownership issues.

Projectum Group’s labour hire model empowers organisations to scale quickly and maintain direct control of the skilled resources ensuring they meet desired outcomes— all without the burden of employment management.

Explore the comparison below to see how labour hire and outsourced provider models differ — and discover which option delivers the flexibility and control your organisation needs.

Labour Hire

With labour hire, organisations directly manage the day-to-day work of the personnel supplied, ensuring alignment with internal processes, priorities, and culture.

All employment responsibilities are managed by the provider— including payroll, entitlements, and compliance — while organisations retain operational oversight.

This model is effective when scopes evolve or deliverables shift, as it allows teams to adapt quickly without renegotiating service contracts or losing momentum.

Outsourced Providers

Outsourced providers typically deliver outcomes through their own teams and processes. While this can be effective for defined deliverables, it may limit visibility, adaptability, and integration with internal teams.

Changes to scope often require formal contract variations, which can slow progress and increase costs.

This structure often reduces client control over timelines and priorities, making it harder to respond quickly to emerging needs or adjust resources mid-project.

Considerations Labour Hire Outsourced Provider Within Organisation
Workforce Control Client retains direct control over tasks and outcomes Provider manages delivery independently Full control over staff and outcomes
Integration with Teams Personnel work within client teams and systems Operates externally, limited integration Fully embedded within internal teams
Flexibility Easily adapt to changing scopes and priorities Changes often require contract renegotiation Requires internal change management and approvals
Cost Transparency Clear and defined rates - full transparency May include bundled costs and overheads - low transparency Recruitment, onboarding, and HR costs to be considered
Recruitment Fast access to pre-vetted talent Provider’s existing resourcing Time-intensive; high cost for sourcing and onboarding
Human Resource Management Provider handles employment obligations Provider manages their own staff Organisation manages all employment responsibilities
Payroll Management Provider handles payroll processing, superannuation, and tax obligations Provider manages payroll for their own staff Organisation must manage payroll, reporting, and compliance internally
Cash Flow Simple invoicing model; predictable costs aligned to time worked. Payment terms are contract-based; tied to deliverables and milestones. Requires upfront investment in recruitment, onboarding, and payroll.
Compliance Assurance Labour hire provider ensures licensing and legal compliance Compliance managed within provider’s framework Organisation responsible for full compliance
Best Use Case When clients want skilled staff embedded with flexibility When clients want a defined outcome delivered externally When long-term internal capability is required

Labour Hire Licencing

Compliance with labour hire licencing is essential to operating ethically, legally, and professionally in Australia’s workforce market.

Licencing has been implemented across Australia to ensure that labour hire providers meet standards around worker rights, safety, and business integrity.

Working with a licenced provider is a non-negotiable to protect both clients and candidates. Failure to comply with labour hire licencing requirements can result in significant legal and financial consequences.

Host Employers are not exempt, with penalties existing for engaging unlicenced providers and attempting to circumvent licencing obligations.

These risks highlight the critical importance of partnering with a licenced provider to safeguard your organisation’s reputation and ensure lawful operations.

Projectum Group maintains full compliance with relevant State and Territory labour hire legislation, giving our clients confidence in every engagement.

By choosing a licensed labour hire provider, organisations not only meet their own compliance obligations but also gain access to a workforce that is vetted, reliable, and aligned with industry standards.

Projectum Group’s commitment to licencing reflects our broader dedication to integrity, transparency, and delivering workforce solutions that support long-term success.

Labour Hire Licences Held

Australian Capital Territory

Required when supplying workers to perform work in the Australian Capital Territory.

Licence Number: ACTLHL00003795

Victoria

Required when supplying workers to perform work in Victoria.

Licence Number: VICLHL10656

Queensland

Required when supplying workers to perform in Queensland.

Licence Number: LHL-09375-W1B1K

New South Wales

NSW does not require a labour hire licence. Providers must comply with Fair Work obligations, WHS regulations, and anti-discrimination laws.

South Australia

Labour hire licensing is required only for specific high-risk industries, including horticulture, meat processing, seafood processing, cleaning, and trolley collection. Providers outside these industries are not required to hold a licence.

Western Australia

WA does not operate a formal labour hire licensing scheme. Providers are subject to the Work Health and Safety Act 2020, which imposes shared duties of care between labour hire agencies and host employers.

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