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How to Find Great Staff and Keep Them: Make Your Workplace a Great Place to Be
Insights from Tavis Shearer, Managing Director at TRS Resourcing The tables have turned well and truly. Gone are the days when employers held all the cards, and candidates would jump through hoops for a position. As Tavis Shearer puts it, “At the end of the day, employers now need to make their workplace culture and…
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Building Australia’s Future: The Rise of Skilled Trades and the Role of Specialist Recruiters
Why Skilled Trades Are the Foundation of Australia’s Growth Australia’s future is being built, literally – by the hands of skilled tradespeople. As industries such as manufacturing, civil construction, and logistics continue to grow, the demand for qualified, work-ready trades professionals has reached record levels. In my role as a recruitment consultant at TRS Resourcing,…
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The Future of Engineering Jobs in Australia – Trends Shaping the Industry
As a new member at TRS Resourcing, I’ve had a front-row seat to the exciting conversions across the industry. Engineering and project support positions in Australia isn’t just growing; it’s accelerating. From executive roles to hands-on delivery teams and multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects, the opportunities are overflowing for those ready to embrace the future. In my…
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Realistic Outcomes In Recruitment
A New Kind of Guidance “Clients are now coming to us for guidance,” notes Tavis our Managing Director. “That’s not just necessarily guidance in the job that they need to fill but how to run the business issues that they’re coming through.” This change reflects an understanding of what businesses truly need. Rather than focusing…
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Are Sheet Metal Jobs in High Demand?
What does TRS say about the rise in Sheet Metal Jobs in Melbourne? Let’s be real: Melbourne’s manufacturing scene is pumping, with sheet metal fabrication positions popping up and taking over job boards. Qualified sheet metal workers aren’t just in demand; they’re some of the most highly sought after tradies in Victoria. We’re talking…
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Invoice Factoring and Recruitment Agencies: Sustainable Growth
In the recruitment game, keeping your cash flowing is often what separates the agencies that thrive from those just trying to keep their head above water. As any recruitment business owner knows all too well, the gap between paying your staff and waiting for clients to cough up creates a massive strain on your…
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How to Find the Best Candidates and Attract Quality Talent
These days, finding unique talent is more than just posting job advertisements. Australians in businesses face more and more ongoing challenges in identifying candidates who hold the right skills and align with company culture. At TRS Resourcing, we understand that recruiting quality candidates requires strategic storytelling and an understanding ofyour business needs. With hundreds of…
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Bridging the Expectation Gap: How Mismatched Interview Perceptions Impact Your Hiring Success
One of the biggest problems you’ll have when hiring is a mismatch in communication. You have to make sure you’re clearly communicating exactly what your needs are. What are your must-haves, and what are the ideal nice-to-haves? Finding the right talent is more challenging than ever for Australian businesses. One significant hurdle that often goes…
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Why You Must Prioritise Candidate Interviews (Even When You’re Flat Out)
There’s nothing worse than a candidate sitting in your reception for half an hour because you’re running late. Sound familiar? As recruitment specialists, we’ve seen how this small oversight can derail your entire hiring process. The reality is that candidates are evaluating you just as much as you’re evaluating them. When you make them…
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Why Hiring Is Like Dating: Finding Your Perfect Match in 2025
Recently, our MD Tavis Shearer had a chat on our YouTube channel about something that’s been on his mind – how hiring new talent is a lot like dating. It might sound like a weird comparison, but stick with us here. When You’re Stuck on Your Ex You know how it goes – a fantastic…
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Recruitment and Labour Hire in 2025: A Practical Guide for Australian Businesses
The Australian job market in 2025 has brought new opportunities and challenges for employers and job seekers. Here’s what you should know about recruitment and labour hire to make informed decisions for your business or career. Understanding Modern Recruitment Partnerships Recruitment has become more than just matching skills to job descriptions. The best recruitment processes…
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Embracing AI: A Smart Move for Business Leaders
As AI, automation, and technology open up a minefield of opportunities, AI is at the heart of this transformation. AI is reshaping how businesses operate, and for leaders, this isn’t just a trend; it’s a strategic shift that requires careful steering. Here’s how to use AI effectively and determine a meaningful change. A Game Plan…