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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…
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Job Searching During Christmas and The New Year
The Christmas break is a time to relax and an excellent opportunity for job seekers to find work. Many businesses are actively hiring casual roles, such as boilermakers, mechanical fitters, service technicians, trailer mechanics, and diesel mechanics, to manage the holiday rush. Here are some expert tips to make the most of your job search…
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Hiring Employees During the Holiday Season
The holiday season is an active time for Melbourne and Sydney businesses. Ensuring your operations run smoothly requires a proactive hiring strategy as demand rises. Casual roles, such as boilermakers, mechanical fitters, service technicians, trailer mechanics, and diesel mechanics, become essential in keeping up with holiday deadlines. This guide offers expert advice and tips to…
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Recruitment Branding | Unlocking Your Personal Brand
Recruitment branding has become more critical than ever. Your brand is more than just a logo or a catchy tagline. It’s the essence of who you are, what you stand for, and how the world perceives you. Whether you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or professional, understanding the intricate dance between personal and company branding is…
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Why The Human Touch Still Matters in Recruitment
When our Managing Director Tavis Shearer sat down recently to discuss what makes recruitment work, his message was simple: it’s about listening and understanding what people really need, not just matching keywords on a job description. In an age where AI and automation are prevalent in recruitment, we’ve found that the most successful placements still…