Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
Introduction
Propelum Pty Ltd ("Propelum", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals and handling personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), including the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store and manage personal information in connection with our recruitment, contracting, workforce advisory, talent acquisition and related business services.
By using our website, engaging with our services, submitting information to us, or otherwise interacting with Propelum, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information including:
- Full name
- Postal and residential address
- Telephone number
- Email address
- Employment history
- Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
- Professional qualifications and certifications
- Education history
- Referee details
- Salary expectations and remuneration information
- Citizenship, residency or work rights information
- LinkedIn profile and other professional networking information
- Interview notes and assessment outcomes
- Contractor, payroll and invoicing information
- Any information you voluntarily provide to us
Where required for a specific recruitment assignment, we may also collect additional information permitted under applicable law.
How We Collect Information
We may collect personal information directly from you when you:
- Submit a job application
- Upload a resume or CV
- Contact us via our website
- Subscribe to updates or newsletters
- Register for events
- Participate in interviews or assessments
- Engage us for recruitment or workforce services
We may also collect information from:
- LinkedIn and other professional networking platforms
- Referees
- Clients
- Publicly available sources
- Recruitment platforms and job boards
- Background checking providers
- Industry databases and professional associations
How We Use Personal Information
We may use personal information to:
- Provide recruitment and workforce services
- Assess candidate suitability
- Present candidate profiles to prospective employers
- Manage contractor and workforce engagements
- Verify qualifications, employment history and references
- Communicate with candidates, clients and contractors
- Respond to enquiries
- Improve our services
- Conduct business administration
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Protect our legal rights
We only use personal information for purposes that are reasonably related to the services we provide or where otherwise permitted by law.
AI, Automation and Digital Tools
Propelum may utilise artificial intelligence, automation tools, applicant tracking systems, customer relationship management systems, and other digital technologies to support recruitment, workforce management, communications and business operations.
These technologies may assist with:
- Candidate matching
- Resume processing
- Interview transcription
- Data analysis
- Communications management
- Workflow automation
Human oversight remains part of our recruitment and decision-making processes.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We may disclose personal information to:
- Prospective employers and clients
- Contractors and service providers
- Professional advisers
- Background screening providers
- Technology platform providers
- Payroll and accounting providers
- Government agencies where required by law
- Regulatory authorities
We take reasonable steps to ensure that third parties handle personal information appropriately.
Overseas Disclosure
As part of our recruitment and talent sourcing activities, personal information may be stored, processed or accessed by service providers located outside Australia.
This may include cloud-based platforms, recruitment technologies, communication systems, data hosting providers and software providers operating in jurisdictions including, but not limited to:
- Australia
- New Zealand
- United States
- United Kingdom
- European Union
- Singapore
Where overseas disclosure occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure information is protected in accordance with Australian privacy requirements.
Website Analytics, Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, understand visitor behaviour and enhance user experience.
Information collected may include:
- IP address
- Device information
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referral sources
We may use services such as Google Analytics or similar website analytics tools.
You can modify your browser settings to manage or disable cookies if you choose.
Marketing Communications
We may occasionally send information regarding services, industry insights, employment opportunities, events and business updates.
You may opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by:
- Using the unsubscribe facility provided in communications; or
- Contacting us directly.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical, administrative and organisational measures to protect personal information from:
- Misuse
- Interference
- Loss
- Unauthorised access
- Modification
- Disclosure
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:
- Provide services
- Maintain business records
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Support future recruitment opportunities
When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted, destroyed or de-identified where appropriate.
Access and Correction
You may request access to personal information we hold about you and request correction of inaccurate, incomplete or outdated information.
Requests should be made in writing to the contact details provided below.
Privacy Complaints
If you believe we have breached your privacy rights, please contact us in writing.
We will investigate complaints and respond within a reasonable timeframe.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology or business practices.
The most current version will always be available on our website.
Contact Us
Propelum Pty Ltd
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle personal information, please contact us using the details above.
📍 Propelum Pty Ltd
📧 info@propelum.com.au
Further Information
Further information regarding privacy rights in Australia is available from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner: