Our expertise
At EDT, our industry experienced consultants are the cornerstone of our success, boasting over 40+ years of unparalleled industry experience and an intimate understanding of the markets in which you operate.
This expertise enables us to not only identify top performers but also to strategically match them with organisations where they can truly thrive.
By leveraging our consultants' industry insights and market acumen, you're not just partnering with a recruitment agency; you're gaining access to a team of seasoned professionals who are dedicated to elevating your business to new heights.
Areas of specialisation
Engineering Design / Project Delivery / Operations
Data Intelligence/Engineering
GIS/Location Intelligence/Spatial
Information Technology
Digital Transformation & Strategy
Data & Analytics
Digital Engineering
Our Values
EDT. is built on values of honesty, integrity, transparency and quality relationships.
As dedicated industry-specific search consultants, we're committed to linking talent with progressive, human-centered, and innovative organisations.
Leveraging our deep subject matter expertise, extensive industry insights, and robust networks, we address critical skill shortages and provide value through a consultative partnership.
Our mission to forge impactful long lasting connections means we actively listen, deeply understand, proactively engage, and consistently deliver exceptional results.
Moreover, we take immense pride in championing diversity, inclusion, and equality, partnering closely with our clients to propel them toward their objectives.
YOUR TALENT SEARCH TEAM
Renae Howe
Founder/Director
Renae's extensive experience and deep passion for the design, engineering, and technical industries make her an exceptional executive search recruiter and visionary business owner. With over 20 years of hands-on experience closing critical talent gaps, Renae has cultivated a far-reaching network and developed a profound understanding of the industry's unique demands.
Her background as a Talent Business Partner for prestigious clients like GHD, BHP, and Hassell has provided her with invaluable insights into the complexities of sourcing top-tier candidates in fast-paced, project-driven environments. She understands the urgency and precision required to find the right talent, and her innovative approach to market mapping and strategic search ensures she delivers tailored solutions that go beyond filling vacancies. Her commitment to identifying the best cultural and professional fit empowers companies to thrive, setting her apart as a strategic partner rather than just a recruiter.
As the founder of EDT, Renae has built a consultancy focused on collaboration, delivering value, and cultivating long-lasting relationships with clients. Her passion for addressing skill shortages in the engineering sector is evident in her dedication to creating positive, lasting impacts on both the businesses she supports and the communities they serve. Renae’s visionary leadership, combined with her genuine dedication to ensuring superior service and meaningful outcomes, makes her not only a successful business owner but also an industry leader driving change and innovation.
Her ability to blend strategic business thinking with her passion for connecting talent to transformative opportunities makes Renae an ideal executive search recruiter and an inspiring business owner committed to creating lasting value for her clients and candidates.
Director
YOUR BUSINESS ADVISORY TEAM
Troy Fazakerley
Drawing from a rich background in business leadership, strategy, and organisational growth, Troy has over 20 years of hands-on experience in scaling service-based organisations, managing complex projects, and driving operational excellence. Troy has developed an acute understanding of what it takes to build and lead high-performing executive teams firsthand.
His deep-rooted accountability ensures that he not only identifies top talent but also delivers measurable, results-driven outcomes that align with each client’s strategic vision. Troy’s expertise in strategic thinking, bolstered by an MBA, allows him to approach recruitment with a practical, grounded perspective, always keeping the broader business realities in mind.
Troy’s structured leadership style is underpinned by a disciplined approach to problem-solving, making him adept at navigating the complexities of modern business environments. His passion for helping others grow paired with his entrepreneurial experience; gives him a unique ability to understand both the needs of the business and the aspirations of the executives he recruits and develops.
As a seasoned executive in the utilities industry and now in executive recruitment, Troy's commitment to fostering sustainable, innovative work cultures enables him to find leaders who will not only fit into an organisation but drive its future success. His strategic insight and ability to guide companies through leadership transitions make him an invaluable partner to any business seeking to optimise its leadership team.