The construction industry in Australia is booming, and there are plenty of opportunities for skilled tradies. However, to secure the best jobs and advance your career, it’s essential to boost your employability. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting, here’s a guide to help you stand out. 1. Expand Your Skills and Qualifications Certifications Matter: Essential certifications like a White
Construction in Australia is a thriving and fast-growing industry. But, like many sectors, it faces the challenge of ongoing skilled labour shortages. With many exciting career opportunities available to those who enter the sector, applying for a construction job could set your life on an exciting new course. But what does it take to be successful and how
Starting a new job can be a stressful experience. You’re understandably anxious to make a great first impression and show your new employer (and supervisor) they made the right decision hiring you. But the first day of your new admin job doesn’t need to be scary. There’s a reason you applied for this role and hopefully, your first day
Despite technology’s rapid advances, customers will always be at the centre of a company’s success. Their loyalty to a brand is hinged on the quality of their experience. As such, the need to deliver a standout customer experience is the key driver of all call centre trends taking centre stage in Australia and around the world in 2023. These
In a perfect world, employee salary increases are always commensurate with the level of contribution and overall value of each team member. In reality, Engineering Managers often face budget constraints that limit them from giving as many salary increases as they’d like. Unfortunately, sometimes you need to make some tough calls. This is where having criteria for deciding who gets
Have you ever found yourself looking at the perfect job listing, thought about it for days or even weeks, and yet been unable to put in an application? If so, then you’re not alone. Whether you’re actively looking for a job or are happy in your current role, every now and then an opportunity pops up that promises everything you
Hybrid work has created opportunities and challenges for workers and employees. On one hand, it can represent the best of both worlds – a combination of the flexibility of working from home, with essential time for collaboration in the office. Although hybrid structures can attract and retain more of the best talent, employers still face challenges in keeping hybrid workers
The world has changed dramatically over the past few years. Phrases that were barely heard before are now common parts of our English language – words such as; COVID, lockdown, great resignation, work-from-home and hybrid working. The emergence of COVID brought about an intensified and accelerated evolution of the modern workplace. Pre-COVID, roles that were completely office-based were the
With most professional positions, the first interview is simply a chance for the Hiring Manager to meet you and see if you have the right experience and skillset to perform the role. As you gain seniority, second-round interviews become increasingly more common and are used to dig deeper into what makes you the ideal candidate. It can be hard
For travellers, school-leavers or anyone just entering the workforce, construction and trade labouring jobs are a great way to earn good money and don’t require years of experience. The construction industry is one of the largest employers in Australia, accounting for an 8.7% share of the workforce. Over the past five years, the construction sector in Australia has grown by
Offering a job to a great candidate is one of the great pleasures of recruitment. After the hard work you’ve put into your job search – from advertising the role to interviewing candidates and selecting your perfect match – the final step can be rewarding. But a successful job offer requires more effort than might appear on the surface.
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