Local team, local knowledge.
Volley is Aboriginal and LGBTQI+ owned and operated.
Our goal-kicking team lives by the motto “we don’t drop the ball.”
We are a team of sports nuts and enthusiasts, who strive to provide faultless service.
We bring the energy you need to snaffle the best talent. Like a sharp-eyed scout on draft day, we match that talent with the right opportunity. And as reliable as Steve Waugh at the crease, we always answer your call.
We read the game and keep you informed on the state of play.
Here to help you find the right talent, or the right opportunity.
Get in touch via our website, give us a call on (08) 8351 0523, or drop into our office on South Road, in southern Adelaide.
About the team.
Meet your new star players.
Tara McDermott
Recruitment Consultant | Director
Nickname: T-Mac-Dawg, Stern Lady
Volley debut: March 2022
Known for: Setting the standard
Fun fact: True crime aficionado
Office quirk: Constantly in the zone
Tara loves the hustle and bustle of recruitment, almost as much as she loves the Bombers (go the Dons!).
After witnessing the US vs. Norway women’s soccer final at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, Tara got hooked on women’s sport and has been a devoted Aussie Rules player ever since.
Outside of work, footy and keeping fit, Tara enjoys a beer by the campfire, and taking her Golden Retriever, Henley, for a walk to brunch or a van trip down the coast.
Tara brings her personable, honest and approachable style to match the right candidates with the right roles.
Shaun Butterworth
Recruitment Consultant
Nickname: The Glue, ‘Shut Up Shaun’
Volley debut: February 2022
Known for: Bringing the team together
Fun fact: The office twitcher
Office quirk: Effin’ noisy
While it doesn’t quite compare to seeing Cathy Freeman win the 400m gold in Sydney, Shaun thinks he’s pretty impressive scooting around the yard with his toddler in the wheelbarrow.
The pure joy on his face in those moments makes a comeback when he delivers the perfect match between client and candidate. Shaun fosters the Volley team culture, and loves supporting the community through Volley’s community donations program.
Casey Fraser
Recruitment Consultant | RTW Coordinator
Nickname: C-Dawg, Dawn
Volley debut: February 2022
Known for: Getting the job done
Fun fact: Believes she has the best leg (kick) to come out of Broken Hill
Office quirk: Office prankster and impressionist
As a women’s footy player, Casey cracked a huge smile at the inaugural AFLW final at Adelaide Oval, when management suddenly realised they’d have to open the top level for the massive 53,000+ crowd that thronged in to see their team take home the cup.
Like the best sports teams, Casey loves Volley’s team culture, that treats staff like family and encourages them to strive for their goals. Casey’s ability to read the game gives her a competitive edge in the search for top talent.
When it’s time to relax, Casey enjoys a red wine with friends and some cheeky PS4 gaming.
Courtney Smart
Recruitment Consultant | Office Manager
Nickname: Court, Karen
Volley Debut: October 2022
Known for: Grammar guru, administration specialist
Fun fact: Adept at spotting a B-grade celebrity
Office quirk: Effortlessly interrupts and changes topic mid sentence
With Ash Barty’s versatility and ‘give-anything-a-go’ (and do it well!) attitude as inspiration, Courtney cheers on her kids in their chosen sports and encourages them to simply do their best and give anything a go. Who knows, there may be another young female tennis or netball champ ready to take on the world… or a footy star rising through the ranks. Watch this space!
At any given chance, Courtney enjoys hitting the water on a kayak or SUP, or taking in nature with a walk.
True to the idiom “There is no ‘I’ in TEAM”, Courtney takes great pride in assisting the Volley team to deliver top quality service to clients and candidates from whistle to siren.
Michael Silvestri
Recruitment Consultant | Business Development Manager
Nickname: Silv
Volley Debut: September 2022
Known for: Being on the phone
Fun fact: Former high school high jump record holder (1977)
Office quirk: Eats fruit non stop
Natalie Clothier
Financial Administration
Nickname: Nat
Volley Debut: March 2022
Known for: Crunching the numbers
Fun fact: Expensive cardboard collector (table top gamer)
Office quirk: Enjoys her own conversation
Nat’s favourite athlete, Murray Williams, was inducted into the Motorcycling Australia Hall of Fame in 2014, for winning the most Australian Motocross Championships. At over 80 years old, Murray was still hitting the podium on the Sellicks Beach Historic Motorcycle Races, proving there’s no such thing as too old, or too late, to do what you love.
Nat has many passions, from playing Magic: The Gathering, to beachcombing with her kids, to volunteering with Sea Shepherd. She brings this passion to work, helping the team to celebrate its successes every day.
Lauren Spence
Recruitment Consultant
Nickname: Spence, Spencey, Spencer, Spen-Dawg
Volley Debut: March 2023
Known for: Cool, calm and collected with a splash of quality
Fun fact: Known to perform a back-flip whilst Wakeboarding (not on purpose)
Office quirk: Will always find a spot for her feet on a desk!
As a huge fan of AFL (go Power!) & CrossFit, Spence is drawn to high energy and action packed realms. It’s no wonder she is a naturally talented recruiter!
However it’s not all ‘go’ all the time. Spence is known to be quite the chiller and has a wonderful ability to bring the calm when things get a little crazy.
In her downtime, you will find Spence walking the dog along the beach, camping alongside the river or having a couple of bevvies with some mates at home, enjoying the good times.
Girl
Supervisor
Volley Debut: March 2022
Known for: Sleeping, hounding people for attention, sleeping, going for walks and sleeping
Fun fact: Can clear an office in an instant when given the wrong biscuits!
Office quirk: Lying right in the middle of the office thoroughfares
Now a happy retiree, Girl spends most of her days sleeping, pestering you for a walk, hounding you for a pat and then some more sleeping.
Henley
Supervisor
Volley Debut: March 2022
Known for: Being mistaken for a puppy – all the time!
Fun fact: Thinks she is fast and nimble, however is incredibly slow and clumsy
Office quirk: Magically appearing from nowhere whenever you have food in your hand
Henley is the fun loving office dog who is always up for some playtime, a walk in the park and sniffing around for her next treat.
Forever smiling, we can always rely on Henley to bring the positive vibes and keep everyone in the office up and about!
Hurley
Apprentice
Volley Debut: May 2023
Known for: Eating the office plants (all non-toxic of course!)
Fun fact: Thinks the toilet is under everyone’s desk
Office quirk: Loves to stir up the Supervisors, Henley and Girl
Whether it’s sneaking away with a sock or investigating every nook and cranny of her surroundings, Hurley’s mischievous antics keep everyone on their toes. Hurley’s lovable nature and soft fur make it impossible to stay mad at her for long!
Her oversized paws are always ready for action, as she explores the world around her. If you’re lucky enough to meet this lovable little furball, prepare to be swept away by her irresistible charm and the pure joy she brings to the office.
