About
IT recruitment from people who’ve done the work
Our team
Dean Firmin, Founder
Dean is Talexa’s founder. He has spent more than 30 years across government, utilities and technology as a client, contractor and consultant, leading transformation programs and building high-performing teams.
He brings that delivery experience to every role Talexa recruits for, so clients get people who fit the team and deliver from day one.
Skye Firmin, Co-owner
Skye is Talexa’s co-owner and looks after contractor wellbeing and business operations.
She brings 15 years of workers’ compensation, injury management and return-to-work experience, along with a Certificate III in Personal Injury Management and earlier experience in payroll and recruitment.
For our contractors, that means practical, informed support from someone who knows what to do when things don’t go to plan.
About the founder: Dean Firmin
I’ve been the client, the contractor, the consultant, and now the recruiter.
I’ve spent over 30 years working across government, utilities and technology, leading transformation programs, shaping policy and building high-performing teams. Throughout that journey, one thing has always been clear: the right people make all the difference.
I started Talexa to bring a smarter, more personal approach to recruitment, built on deep industry knowledge, practical experience and genuine relationships. Having been on every side of the hiring process, I know what it’s like to need someone on the ground quickly, and what it takes to find a person who not only has the skills, but fits the team and delivers from day one.
At Talexa, we focus on quality over volume. We listen carefully, ask the right questions, and only recommend people we’d back ourselves.
Outside of work, I’m a husband, dad to two amazing girls, and a lifelong learner who still loves solving problems, whether they’re business challenges or dinner table debates.
“We particularly value Dean’s bespoke approach, where he takes the time to understand our real needs instead of simply finding the first person who is marginally qualified for the role.”
Stephen Jackson
Managing Director and Co-Founder, Arvo Agency
Specialist IT, digital and transformation recruitment
Talexa is a Brisbane-based IT recruitment and ICT labour hire business. We help government, utilities and technology-led organisations find the contract and permanent professionals they need to deliver, and we support those professionals throughout their engagement.
Talexa is a supplier on the BuyICT Digital Marketplace Panel 2 (DMP2) – ICT Labour Hire and Local Buy LB334 arrangements, and a member of the Recruitment, Consulting and Staffing Association (RCSA).
For Employers
We recruit contract and permanent IT, digital and transformation professionals, from specialists to delivery leaders. Because we have worked in delivery environments ourselves, we take the time to understand the work, the team and what success looks like before we recommend anyone.
We also help organisations plan their resourcing for projects and programs, so the right capability is in place at the right time.
For Contractors
We work with IT professionals seeking contract and permanent opportunities. Our contracts are straightforward and transparent, with no non-compete clauses, and our contractors have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
You will be represented by people who understand your work and want to place you where you can contribute.
Why Choose Talexa?
Recruitment shaped by real delivery experience, for clients and contractors alike.
Expertise & Industry Knowledge
More than 30 years across government, utilities and technology delivery means we understand the roles we recruit for.
Workforce Planning & Resourcing Strategies
We help organisations plan resourcing for projects and programs, so the right capability is in place at the right time.
Capability-Led Matching
Candidates are assessed against what the role genuinely needs to deliver, not just job titles or keywords.
Contractor Support
Transparent contracts with no non-compete clauses, career guidance, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
