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How do I identify recruitment fraud?

At Aurecon, we are committed to a fair, transparent and secure recruitment process. Unfortunately, you may be contacted with fake offers of employment from individuals and organisations claiming to represent Aurecon.

We want to help you stay safe. Please read the guidance below and never provide personal or financial information to anyone claiming to represent Aurecon unless you have verified that the communication is legitimate.

If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to be from Aurecon, forward the email (as an attachment) to AGSS_IT_Security_SOC@aurecongroup.com and follow the directions on this page.

Note! Please do not send us passwords, bank account details, identity documents or other sensitive information that is not necessary for us to investigate the suspected misuse of Aurecon's name or brand.

What is recruitment fraud?

Recruitment fraud happens when scammers offer fake job opportunities to job seekers. Scammers target job seekers by listing jobs that don’t exist, in the hopes of getting either money or personal data for use in identity theft.

Recruitment fraud tends to occur through online services including fake recruitment emails, fake SMS texts, fake URLs (websites), fraudulent social media accounts, fraudulent job posts, online recruitment services such as LinkedIn or unsolicited emails claiming to be from well-known organisations. Often company employee names and logos are used to try to convey legitimacy.

How to identify legitimate Aurecon recruitment

  • Official website: Aurecon job opportunities can be accessed through our official Careers website at aurecongroup.com/careers.
  • Official communications: Aurecon recruiters communicate using official Aurecon email accounts using @aurecongroup.com. Candidates may also receive automated emails from authorised recruitment technology platforms or approved service providers that support our recruitment process, including applications, interview scheduling, background screening and onboarding.
  • No fees: We will never ask candidates to pay fees, transfer money, purchase equipment or make financial payments as part of any recruitment activity.
  • Formal interview process: We conduct formal interviews (virtual or in-person) before making any offers of employment.
  • Verified data collection: We do not generally request sensitive personal or financial information (such as Tax File Numbers (TFN), national identity numbers, passports or bank details) before a formal offer has been made and accepted through official channels.
  • No job offers or recruitment decisions through chat apps: We do not extend employment offers through WhatsApp, Telegram, WeChat, Facebook Messenger or similar chat applications. Legitimate job offers are only issued through Aurecon's formal recruitment process after interviews and appropriate candidate assessment.

How can I stay safe?

  • Verify job opportunities through the official website: If you are unsure whether a job opportunity is legitimate, visit our Careers site (aurecongroup.com/careers) directly rather than relying on links provided in emails, text messages or social media posts.
  • Check with us directly to verify legitimate communications: If you are currently in the recruitment process with Aurecon and you are unsure whether a communication is genuine, verify any third-party communications through your recruiter using their official Aurecon email account (@aurecongroup.com) before providing personal information or taking further action.
  • Treat chat apps with caution: If you receive an unsolicited job offer through a messaging app, particularly one requesting payment, financial information or urgent action, you should treat it with caution and independently verify its legitimacy through the Aurecon Careers website or through an official Aurecon email account (@aurecongroup.com).

What to do if you suspect fraud

If you believe you have received a suspicious communication claiming to be from Aurecon:

  1. Do not respond, click any links or provide information until you have verified the communication is legitimate.
  2. Visit our official careers site at aurecongroup.com/careers to verify job posting and apply securely.
  3. Forward the email (as an attachment) to AGSS_IT_Security_SOC@aurecongroup.com so that Aurecon can review the suspected misuse of its name or brand and take action where appropriate.

Note! Please do not send us passwords, bank account details, identity documents or other sensitive information that is not necessary for us to investigate the suspected misuse of Aurecon's name or brand.

Thank you for helping us maintain the integrity of our recruitment process. Stay safe!

Frequently asked questions

If you have received an unsolicited communication, be cautious if you encounter any of the following:

  • Emails sent from free web-based accounts (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, Hotmail etc).
  • Unsolicited job offers received exclusively through WhatsApp, Telegram, WeChat, Facebook Messenger or similar messaging platforms.
  • Requests for payment (e.g. to pay for things like CV writing, visas, application fees, processing fees, training, equipment, travel to an interview or job location, or background/credit checks).
  • Requests for personal or financial information made through chat applications.
  • Requests for sensitive or unnecessary personal or financial information prior to receiving a formal job offer through official correspondence.
  • Unsolicited job offers or interview requests that appear “too good to be true”, featuring promises of high pay for minimal or remote task-based work.
  • Recruitment processes that do not include formal communication through official Aurecon recruitment channels.
  • Urgent requests that impose unreasonably short deadlines or pressure you to act without sufficient time to verify the communication.

If you have disclosed financial, tax or identity information, consider contacting the relevant financial institution or government agency and seeking guidance from official identity and cyber-security support services applicable in your country.

Useful resources can be found at:

  • Australian Cyber Security Centre / cyber.gov.au (Australia)
  • National Cyber Security Centre / ncsc.govt.nz (New Zealand)
  • IDCARE / idcare.org (Australia and New Zealand)

Independently verify the organisation and job opportunity through its official website. Visit the company’s official website and verify the URL or web address. Does it match exactly with what you have been sent? Scammers often use subtle variations of a legitimate website or email address to trick you.

Until you have verified the opportunity, avoid providing personal information or engaging further with suspicious communications.

For more comprehensive guidance on maintaining safe digital security practices, check out guidelines from your local government cyber security agency, e.g. the Australian Cyber Security Centre (cyber.gov.au) in Australia or the National Cyber Security Centre (ncsc.govt.nz) in New Zealand, or your country’s equivalent.

If you believe you have been the victim of recruitment fraud or identify theft, consider reporting the matter to your local law enforcement authorities and consulting relevant government guidance about the steps you can take.

Useful resources can be found at:

  • Australian Cyber Security Centre / cyber.gov.au (Australia)
  • National Cyber Security Centre / ncsc.govt.nz (New Zealand)
  • IDCARE / idcare.org (Australia and New Zealand)

Further information and support may also be available from credit reporting bodies in your country. In Australia, information is available from Equifax, Experian and illion about steps you can take if you believe your identity or personal information has been compromised.

Disclaimer

The information on this page is general information intended to help identify potential recruitment fraud. It is not legal, financial, cyber-security or other professional advice and may not address your individual circumstances. If you believe you have been affected by fraud or identity theft, consider obtaining guidance from the relevant government authorities, financial institutions or appropriately qualified advisers in your location.