Recruitment for a Regenerative Future.

Regenerate Talent was founded to support organisations building a more sustainable, equitable, and regenerative economy.

Based at Greenhouse, Sydney’s climate innovation hub, our senior consultants lead recruitment campaigns across Asia-Pacific and beyond, working from Europe, China, and Aotearoa New Zealand each year. As a B Corp-certified consultancy backed by deep networks and decades of search experience across every level of hiring, we specialise in new market entry, technical recruitment, and strategic team building.

Our Team

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Mike Antonievich

Director

PG.Dip. Environmental Management, UNSW

Mike connects impact-driven talent with purposeful careers across the clean energy, climate, and environmental sectors in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. He helps asset owners, developers, financiers, start-ups, and consultancies scale teams, from CEO searches to junior hiring. Mike is interested in regenerative business models and the future role of nature-based solutions and circularity.

M: (+61)493 473 226

E: mike@regeneratetalent.com

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Vivianne Antonievich

Director

With deep agency and internal talent acquisition experience in the Australian, UK, and New Zealand markets, Vivianne has grown and managed thriving business units in multiple recruitment sectors. Viv led Regenerate Talent’s B Corp journey and specialises in high-volume campaign delivery and digital talent pooling. She recruits across the wider energy transition, engineering, climate, and sustainability sectors.

M: (+61)416 810 017

E: vivianne@regeneratetalent.com

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Jan Rieche

Partner

M. Political Economy, USYD

With a presence across Australasia, Europe, and North America, Jan offers turnkey talent solutions to a global community of BESS, solar, wind, and decarbonisation organisations and experts. For over 15 years, he has placed some of the most important executive, commercial, and technical roles in the Australian energy transition and regularly speaks at leading conferences and exhibitions.

M: (+61)410 634 860

E: jan@regeneratetalent.com

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Dana (林敏君) Lin

Principal Consultant

B.Sc. Psychology, UoW

Fluent in English and Mandarin, Dana places mid-to-senior-level talent with multinational BESS, solar, EV, wind, and clean tech clients spanning project development, service delivery, and technology manufacturing. With years of experience at leading search firms in Sydney, Beijing, and Shanghai, Dana’s work spans Australian, Chinese, and broader Asian markets.

M: (+61)423 293 861

E: dana@regeneratetalent.com

  • "I have worked with Mike and Vivianne for several years, predominantly in my previous role as Lead Partner – Climate Change & ESG with KPMG New Zealand. The Regenerate Talent team operates with exemplary integrity, EQ, and authenticity and come with an excellent understanding of the climate, energy transition and sustainability sectors globally. Regenerate has played a key role in growing the KPMG Sustainable Value team nationwide, and their ability to navigate the nuances of recruitment and represent leading talent is valued highly. I recommend their services without hesitation”

    Lead Partner, Climate & ESG - KPMG

  • “I've worked with Vivianne from Regenerate Talent over the last few years and highly recommend her services in recruiting professionals into the infrastructure sector. She ensures clarity of expectations and develops a deep understanding of our needs, including technical skills, capabilities, and cultural fit. Regenerate Talent brings passion and extensive knowledge of the infrastructure sector, and a meticulous approach to identifying and attracting top talent. We recommend their services to any organisation seeking top-tier engineering talent””

    National Land + Water Lead - Aurecon

  • "It is a pleasure to work with Regenerate Talent. Mike and Vivianne know and understand New Forests’ values and are able to bring forward candidates that are vision-aligned. Regenerate Talent’s approach includes providing a diverse pool of candidates who are treated with respect, and professionalism”

    HR Business Partner - New Forests

  • "Working with Mike and the Regenerate Talent team was a fantastic experience. From our initial call, Mike thoroughly reviewed my profile, understood my career goals, and identified Aurecon as a company that perfectly matched my skills and aspirations. He was instrumental in navigating every stage, from technical and commercial interviews, and provided invaluable assistance with negotiating favourable terms. Including my relocation process from Canada to Australia, making that transition as efficient as possible”

    Principal Consultant, Wind Energy

  • “I had a truly pleasant experience working with Regenerate Talent in 2023. Vivianne assisted me in securing a position, and throughout the process, her team demonstrated professionalism, efficiency, and a deep understanding of the water industry. I highly recommend Regenerate Talent to anyone seeking a recruitment service that genuinely cares about finding the right fit for both candidates and employers”

    Senior Hydraulic Modeller - Water Engineering Consultancy

  • Mike from Regenerate operated with a high degree of professionalism and integrity with obvious value-set coming through in messaging. He demonstrated good industry knowledge, was easy to trust, and has established strong enduring relationships in the renewables sector. Communication was friendly, clear, and concise, and recruiting for culture fit came across as a high priority. Mike was willing to present a challenging but fair proposal and maintained an agile approach throughout the contract negotiation process”

    Country Manager - Renewable Energy Developer

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Our Sustainability

Regenerate Talent is a Certified B Corporation® committed to using business as a force for good. This credential represents our passion for ethically supporting impact-driven organisations, our commitment to community, and minimising our footprint. Our B Impact score of 102.7 is one of the highest in the Australian human services sector and positions Regenerate Talent as an ethical recruitment and responsible business leader.

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Our 3-Year Sustainability Strategy

  • Further embed sustainability, circularity, and environmental responsibility into our operations, decision-making, and partnerships.

  • Drive purpose-driven partnerships with new clients and collaborators that engage with multiple UN SDGs.

  • Advance our pro bono and low bono offering for non-profits, underrepresented communities, and impact-driven startups.

  • Progress toward science-based emissions-reduction targets and toward renewable energy sourcing.

  • Use our B Corp score as a benchmark for continuous improvement, setting clear goals to enhance impact year after year.

Commitment To Country

  • Minimise environmental impact through regenerative, reductive, circular, and innovative practices.

  • We invest in and support nature and biodiversity regeneration projects throughout Australasia.

  • Track and reduce scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to continually lower our carbon footprint.

Commitment to Community

  • Support local and global communities through philanthropic initiatives and pro bono contributions.

  • Increase involvement in environmental education and integrate learning across operations.

  • Build a knowledgeable, sustainability-focused team to support industry changemakers and help educate our networks.

  • Contribute to improved social conditions by ensuring a living wage for employees and subcontractors.

Alignment with Global Sustainability Standards

  • SDG 5: Gender Equality: Advocate for gender equality in the workplace.

  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy: Build a workforce that provides access to affordable, modern, and clean energy for all.

  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: Promote inclusive, productive employment and decent work by supporting fair wages, safe working conditions, and economic resilience.

  • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation, and foster innovation.

  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities: Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable by improving infrastructure, promoting sustainable urban development, and ensuring access to essential services.

  • SDG 13: Climate Action: Take urgent action to combat climate change by reducing carbon emissions, enhancing climate resilience, and supporting sustainable resource management.

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