Our Team

OUR SPECIALIST TEAM

With a wealth of experience and proven ability, our core team of specialist Technology, Engineering & DeepTech recruiters have built an impressive reputation with both clients and candidates alike. Mouse over their photos to connect with them via LinkedIn.

Richard Center
Director, Technology

With more than 25 years of experience Richard has high degree of technical knowledge and deep industry connections. With specialist expertise in DeepTech and Emerging Technologies, his professional network and his insights are built on decades of hands-on experience. Whether advising on complex talent challenges or navigating niche markets, Richard brings strategic thinking and unmatched sector knowledge to the table.

Call: +61 425 258 927 richard@profoundpeople.com.au

Sebastian Sieroslawski
Associate Director, Engineering

Seb established a successful career designing Electronics, Embedded Systems and RF Tech. Now he sources the engineers who still do and are at the top of their game. With a Master’s in Engineering and over six years of recruiting across the UK and Australia, he knows the difference between a good candidate and a great one. He speaks geek, filters out the noise and ensures that both the candidate and organisation is the perfect fit.

Call: +61 480 893 108 seb@profoundpeople.com.au

Harold Ondangan
Principal Consultant, DeepTech

Harold studied Computer Engineering before pivoting to a Communications degree and moves seamlessly between circuit boards and candidate conversations, translating hiring needs into practical matches. He specialises in Embedded Systems, Electronics, and Software Engineering, as well as Manufacturing and Production roles when required. He can think on his feet and create longer-term strategies for clients and candidates alike.

Call: +61 480 891 402
harold@profoundpeople.com.au

Oliver Ingram
Principal Consultant, Technology

With over 7 years’ experience, Oliver has partnered with technology organisations across the UK, North America and now ANZ, where he is focused on embedding himself in the local tech ecosystem and building strong industry connections. Oliver takes a consultative, relationship-led approach, working closely with clients and candidates to understand their needs and deliver pragmatic, high-impact hiring solutions.

Call: +61 447 840 448
oliver@profoundpeople.com.au

Sarah Lody
Principal Consultant & Team Leader, Mechanical Engineering

A highly experienced, specialist mechanical engineering recruiter Sarah has hundreds of placements to her name spanning industries including robotics, aerospace, renewables, automotive, space and marine. Alongside her billing career, Sarah has built and led high-performing recruitment teams, training consultants from a variety of backgrounds into successful specialists.

Call: +61 480 845 520
sarah@profoundpeople.com.au

Lewis Croke
Principal Consultant, Electronics & Embedded Engineering

With over six years of specialist engineering recruitment experience and a track record built on consistency and depth, Lewis has worked across numerous markets spanning from Deeptech to commercial roles, for scale-ups & nihce R&D companies. With a strong background in Embedded Systems & Electronics recruitment his understanding of the technical aspects are second to none.

Call: +61 480 845 710
lewis@profoundpeople.com.au

Frances Estrecho
Senior Recruitment Consultant, Engineering

Frances talks to smart people all day and has helped them land roles in Electronics, Embedded Software and Mechanical Design. She specialises in Mechanical, Quality, Manufacturing and Production Engineering, but is she an engineer? No but she is an insightful people person. And her goal? To make placements that don’t just look good on paper, but actually work in real life.

Call: +61 480 845 058
frances@profoundpeople.com.au

Julian Maggin
Recruitment Consultant, Mechanical

Julian spent 14 years as a Mechanical Engineer, delivering complex projects for Fisher & Paykel, Caroma and Sydney Trains. At ProFound People, he now applies that experience to specialist technical recruitment across engineering, data and emerging tech. With end-to-end product development experience, Julian understands the full lifecycle and takes a consultative, outcome focused approach, delivering high-impact hiring solutions.

Call: +61 480 891 212 julian@profoundpeople.com.au

Filip Szurkiewicz
Recruitment Consultant, Engineering

Originally from the UK and now based in Sydney, Filip has spent many years in specialist technical recruitment, building expertise across Life Sciences, Cloud Engineering and Electrical Engineering sectors. Starting in Life Sciences recruitment, he developed a strong foundation in understanding complex technical roles before transitioning into Cloud Engineering, where he gained insight into fast-moving technology markets and high-demand skillsets. Filip now specialises in recruiting for Electrical and Control Systems Engineering roles.

Call: +61 480 844 488
filip@profoundpeople.com.au

Erika Burgos
Senior Resourcing Consultant

Erika is a Resourcing Consultant who’s part detective, part matchmaker, and full-time tech enthusiast. Specialising in engineering and technology, she digs deep to find the best people for roles in Embedded Systems, Software Development and Hardware Engineering. With a sharp eye for detail and a talent for connecting the dots, Erika takes the stress out of hiring, bringing together the right people for the right roles every time.

erika@profoundpeople.com.au