Speakers

Emma Benson is a highly accomplished recruitment professional with 10 years of experience partnering with SME’s and Tier 1 and 2 businesses across the Civil Engineering and Major Projects sectors in Australia and the UK. As a Senior Resourcing Advisor at John Holland, Emma plays a pivotal role in delivering workforce solutions for some of the nation’s largest and most transformative infrastructure projects.

Based in Sydney and working on a national level, Emma collaborates with Construction Directors and Area Managers to deliver strategic recruitment solutions across the full project lifecycle – including workforce planning, mobilisation, project delivery, commissioning, and demobilisation. Her ability to provide innovative and people-centred solutions has made her a trusted partner in shaping highly skilled, high-performing project teams.

John Holland, a market leader for over 70 years, is committed to delivering infrastructure projects that connect people, communities, and places across Australia. Known for combining technical excellence and innovation with a deep commitment to sustainability, wellbeing, and safety, John Holland is at the forefront of the industry, creating infrastructure that transforms journeys and enriches communities.

Originally from England, Emma has over 15 years of experience in customer service, sales, and team management. Her personal and strategic approach to recruitment ensures exceptional outcomes for both clients and candidates, while helping organisations overcome the challenges of talent acquisition in a competitive market.