Carl Thiedeke
Senior Advisor, Talent Acquisition,
SMEC
Carl brings over 16 years of experience in customer-focused roles, spanning retail, high-value client management, and internal talent functions. His career includes more than five years living and working in Mexico, where he operated across Mexican, Japanese, American, and European organisations—developing a strong appreciation for the influence of culture on business processes and outcomes.
Since returning to Australia four years ago, Carl has specialised in internal recruitment across Construction Project Management, and more recently Engineering and Advisory. He has a particular focus on early careers, leading Graduate and First Nations programs to attract and develop emerging talent.

