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Human Resource Solutions for Thriving Workplaces.

It’s time to rethink HR. To move beyond simply managing 
to actively empowering. To see workplaces not as systems to control, but as living ecosystems that adapt, flourish and grow. And it all starts right here. At Zest.

About Us
We are Zest.

What we do at Zest.

We create workplaces where technology amplifies human potential, systems enhance performance, and culture cultivates genuine connection. Because when people thrive, business thrives. Whether you’re navigating employee development, rethinking recruitment, or refining how you lead and support your teams, we bring the clarity and care to help you move forward with confidence.

Here’s a summary of the core services we offer. Of course, this is not everything we do – or can do. And, we can adjust our approach to align with the specific requirements of each business with whom we work.

Strategy & Transformation

We partner with businesses and leadership teams to shape people strategies that drive culture, performance, and sustainable growth. We help optimise working methods, build leadership capability, and transform culture. By crafting magnetic workplace experiences, we can help your business thrive in a constantly evolving world.

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Technology & Analytics

We help organisations select and implement smart systems that support people, performance, and progress. We support the design and integration of systems that do more than function, they transform. From HR tech and payroll to workforce analytics, we streamline complexity into clarity, efficiency and impact. Our approach ensures your systems empower people, support change, and elevate performance. Because when systems work seamlessly, your organisation thrives.

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Culture & Capability

We believe culture is the heartbeat of business success. We partner with organisations to realign workplace culture, addressing challenging behaviours and fostering environments where people feel valued and connected. We support the design of practical, people-first programs that build capability, lift engagement, and unlock potential. Through strategic intervention, we help create vibrant cultures that drive both employee engagement and organisational performance.

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HR Consulting & Partnering

We provide bespoke operational and strategic support across the full employee lifecycle. Partnering with us HR consultants offers a new perspective, enabling us to challenge established norms and drive innovation. Equip your HR team with the skills and confidence to lead, support and manage your workforce.

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Services
Perth's Best HR Consultants.

At Zest, we take the time to really understand what matters in your organisation. Our team brings years of extensive HR experience, but with a fresh, human touch and an understanding of workplace trends. We work alongside organisations to help develop and implement strategies that create real, lasting impact. Zest’s consultants can work closely with in-house HR teams, business leaders, and employees to bring a more modern, considered approach to the way work gets done.

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Case Studies.

Explore how Zest partners with organisations to co-create thriving workplaces. Our case studies showcase real-world transformations where strategy, empathy, and innovation converge to drive meaningful change.

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Disaster WISE
Zest was a huge support to us as Disaster WISE moved from a research project into a new organisation. There were a lot of moving parts and plenty we were figuring out as we went, and the Zest team worked alongside us through all of it. What I really valued was how practical and flexible they were. They understood what we were trying to build, helped us work through the tricky decisions, and gave the Board the support and confidence we needed to get the organisation up and running.
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Modn Tech Solutions
Heading into our next phase of growth, I wanted a straight, independent answer on whether our people practices and structure could actually handle scaling up. That's exactly what Zest gave us. The HR Health Check was pitched right for where we're at - no bloated enterprise stuff we don't need, just a clear read on what actually matters. Knowing our compliance foundations were in check took a weight off and let us focus on the bigger stuff: getting our strategy, structure and leadership right. What started as a one-off engagement has turned into an ongoing partnership and Zest genuinely feel like part of the team now.
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Keiki Early Learning
Daniel was a delight to work with. He gave our team the confidence and reassurance to explore the ELMO system. It has been a pleasure to partner with Zest. I hope our paths cross again in the future.
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Testimonials.

Why businesses work with Zest.
"The Zest program gave our leaders a shared language and practical tools they could apply immediately — across four countries and very different team contexts. The connections and conversations that came out of those sessions have had a lasting impact on how our leadership team works together."
Kelly AllisonHead of People and Culture, Digital Matter
"We have worked with Zest HR uplifting our team's capacity and capabilities across a number of areas - the team are amazing and we've seen significant improvements across the board."
Piers HiggsFounder and Chief Executive Officer, Gaia Resources
"Zest was pivotal in resolving a long-standing issue and navigating sensitive matters. Their support strengthened our volunteer Management Committee’s capacity to transition to a governing committee, benefiting our people and the community we serve."
Stefan DamjanovicActing Secretary, Joondalup Family Centre
"The Zest HR team made what was an overwhelming and complex task to undertake internally into a streamlined process that delivered an excellent outcome quicker than expected."
Tanya SteinbeckChief Executive Officer, UDIA (WA)
"Working with Zest HR during our HRIS and Payroll implementation provided our team with confidence, support and empowerment during the implementation journey."
Leanne JeffriesExecutive Manager Corporate Services, Ports North
"Zest’s analysis gave us clear insight into the drivers of our gender pay gap and where to focus our efforts. It provided the evidence we needed to prioritise actions that address the gap in a meaningful and sustainable way."
Drew WilliamsChief People Officer, University of Western Australia
"Zest’s depth of expertise, collaborative approach and focus on sustainable outcomes made them an invaluable partner in assisting us to transform our payroll and HR systems and processes."
Nicole ButlerSenior People & Culture Business Partner, Ngala Ealy Learning
"The Zest team delved into the feelings and sentiment of our team to allow our leadership to properly understand how they are feeling and where satisfaction and frustration sat. It has helped us improve our approach to team communication and identified areas of improvement that were easily resolved before becoming bigger issues."
Simon BrowneManaging Director, Longreach Recruitment
"The team at Zest have been great to deal with and have adapted their approach as our journey together has unfolded. They have taken the time to understand our needs and requirements and we have put plans in place to achieve the goals and timelines we wish to achieve together."
Alicia KellyGeneral Manager & Company Secretary, JWH Group
"The team at ZestHR have been amazing and have gone above and beyond our expectations of what HR service means. Beyond assistance with the management of policies and procedures, the team at Zest has played a significant role in supporting the ongoing development of our staff from the leadership level down."
Paul MugambwaChief Executive Officer, Stephen Michael Foundation
"Zest HR helped us pull together a set of really complex issues into a clear deliverable plan for action. It was a marathon effort by all involved, but we really feel positive 
and assured about the future direction of travel."
Charles O’HanlonExecutive Director People & Culture, North Metro Health Service
"From the beginning of our engagement with ZestHR, the team, and in particular Kathi, have been able to truly understand the uniqueness of Gaia. With great communication, listening and delivery they have been able to support the goals of Gaia by building a custom program fit for business."
Justine McKinnonPeople & Culture Manager, Gaia Resources

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