The fast, easy way to hire exceptional field talent
The freelancing platform that helps you work with exceptional field talent directly in Western Australia.
Supported with
Mining companies
Hire the top 11%
Vetted talent at your fingertips
We only onboard the top 11% of field talent, so you don’t have to fix mistakes that drain your time and resources.
Peer controlled quality
See feedback from other mining companies on field talent profiles after contracts, instead of relying on word of mouth which often leads to people who aren't the best fit.
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Mining companies
Find the people you need faster
Lightning fast site arrivals
Get field talent on site in less than two weeks, compared to the average 3-6 weeks contracting companies take.
Field talent under one roof
See field talent in one place to avoid lengthy searches for the perfect candidate.
Mining companies
We make compliance and admin a breeze
Field talent compliance, made simple
We review and approve compliance documentation before deals can be made, ensuring you don’t waste time and effort.
Admin so easy, it only takes one
Our platform fully integrates the entire process from sourcing to payments requiring only one person, not a full team.
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Field talent
We help make business easy
Outsourced marketing
We handle the marketing for you, so you don’t have to rely on word of mouth that can lead to long periods without employment.
All-in-one business flow
From job listings to getting paid, its all in one place.
Field talent
Earn more from your expertise
Transparent rates
We charge a commission rate of only 6.6% including GST, unlike contracting companies that impose rates of 20-40% on top of your earnings.
Negotiate directly
Directly negotiate with companies, no surprises.
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We’re not a tier one miner and don’t find major deposits. Our mission is much simpler: help you find great people faster and easier, so you can.
How it works
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Post job listings
Share what you need to attract the right field talent.
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Search for candidates
Browse vetted field talent.
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Negotiate rates
Agree directly on scope, rates, and timelines.
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Send contracts
Handle contracts and start the project.
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Pay for resources
Pay only for completed work through the platform.
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Apply for job listings
Browse roles and submit applications directly.
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Get discovered
Receive inquiries from mining companies looking for your expertise.
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Negotiate your rate
Set your own terms with full transparency.
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Sign and start
Accept the offer and begin your next project.
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Get paid fast
Payment is handled securely through the platform once work is complete.
FAQs
Get quick answers to common questions about our end-to-end marketplace.
Where is Pickaxe based?
Pickaxe is based out of Perth, Western Australia.
What if we can’t get someone on site in two weeks?
No problem at all, we will refund you the fee we are charging on that contract. No questions asked.
What field talent do you have on the platform?
Our platform is host to geologists.
What documentation is required to freelance in the mining industry?
A valid ABN/ACN number and public liability insurance. Most companies will also ask for police clearance and a medical.
How do payments work?
Our payments provider (Go-Cardless) is integrated into our platform, which facilitates bank-to-bank transactions on invoices.