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LABOURPOWER RECOGNISED FOR INDUSTRY-LEADING TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

Posted on by Laurie Innerst

Innovation is one of our core values, and so we are thrilled to have been recognised as one of five finalists for the 2021 SEEK Sara Most Innovative Agency of the Year award!

At Labourpower, innovation means:

“We are bold, adaptable, and take risks in the development and application of new ways of working. We reflect, we learn, and we leave things better than we found them.”

This approach toward leveraging technology has enabled us to thrive during challenging times and deliver increasingly efficient solutions and satisfying experiences to our clients and candidates.

Over the past two years, our team has focused on developing leading in-house technology automating the recruitment process to help match the right candidates to the right jobs faster – while ensuring a user-friendly experience, compliance, and scalability.

We continuously look for opportunities to streamline the end-to-end recruitment process. From screening and onboarding to matching our candidates with roles and shifts that are a great fit, we strive to connect people and businesses with the work they need in real-time.

Keep reading to learn more about three of our most innovative initiatives designed to modernise the recruitment process:

  • Labourpower Online Rostering & Ordering System (Client application)
  • Labourpower App (Candidate application)
  • Onboarding & Screening with Scarlett (AI Technology)

 

ONLINE ORDERING & ROSTERING SYSTEM

 

We believe that all clients should have direct access to compliant candidate pools and be able to manage their rostering requirements with complete visibility of costings before submitting staffing orders.

In a candidate short market and uncertain times across many different business sectors, the requirement to scale up and down through an online self-service system is more important than ever. Our clients can now use our secure rostering and ordering system to request candidates daily and weekly at their convenience.

With access to a compliant pool of 15,000+ candidates, our clients and/or Recruitment Consultants have a couple of options to fill positions. They can select individuals who meet skill requirements or choose to have our proprietary system dynamically request appropriate candidates to accept live published roles via the Labourpower App.

Online Support System capabilities:

  • Creating a daily or weekly roster across all required job specifications
  • Saving weekly roster templates
  • Tracking and modifying existing orders
  • Access to over 15,000 compliant candidates across Australia
  • Approximate labour-hire costs
  • Tracking time and attendance
  • Reporting from all worked hours

 

LABOURPOWER APP

 

Finding work has never been easier with the Labourpower App! With over 12,000 active users and thousands of live jobs posted daily, we are putting information at fingertips and matching our best jobs to the right candidates in real-time.

Our candidates work around the clock across Australia. Now they can secure work 24/7 with the push of a button and enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that best suit their schedules.

The app also provides a handy reference for confirmed shifts – including time and location details with map integration. Notably, multiple app features serve to help make sure that pay is on time and correct. Signing in and out of shifts with the app captures hours worked accurately, and our candidates have visibility to review their payslip history conveniently and securely.

With the Labourpower App, our candidates can:

  • Gain access to the newest opportunities we have to offer
  • Select shifts and create ideal schedules
  • View all confirmed rostering information in one place
  • Sign in and out of shifts easily
  • Review payslip history, helping to ensure pay is correct

 

SCARLETT – AI TECHNOLOGY

 

Before job placement, the end-to-end candidate onboarding process – including collecting critical data, documentation, and screening to determine suitability – presents multiple opportunities to save time and reduce human error through automation.

Labourpower has successfully incorporated Artificial Intelligence (AI ChatBot technology) to enhance our service delivery and help our candidates get to work faster.

Our candidates can begin exploring opportunities any time of day with Scarlett. First, she performs initial screening and determines suitability for various roles. She subsequently applies the information gathered to manage candidates through the onboarding process.

Over time, Scarlett has evolved to broaden her responsibilities. She has been vital to our COVID safety efforts – gathering details and monitoring vaccination status to guarantee compliance.

Scarlett saves our recruitment team substantial working hours through her efficient admin and 24/7 availability.

Since her introduction in October 2020, Scarlett has:

  • Screened 33,500 candidates across 77 jobs
  • Matched 27,000 candidates
  • Connected with 6505 candidates re: vaccination status
  • Worked 11,200 hours!

 

 

“We like to think of ourselves as a technology company in recruitment, and not a recruitment company that has a focus on technology.” – Andrew Webber, CTO

 

At Labourpower, we constantly invest in technology to make it easier for our clients to do business with us. We believe that our trio of new technologies are making a real difference helping to connect our candidates with great jobs and giving our clients a competitive edge in a tight market. Automation allows us to match requirements in real-time, ensure compliance, and enable our business to scale deftly.

As technology improves efficiency, our Recruitment team has more time to focus on the rewarding and essential work of nurturing client relationships, candidate care, personal and business development. Ultimately, our ongoing investment in technology is an investment in people, growth and what we can achieve together!

 

CONNECT WITH LABOURPOWER

 

Want to learn more about working with Labourpower to find your next great job or terrific candidate? Reach out to your nearest Labourpower branch today! Click here for a complete list of locations and contact details.

Follow us on your favourite socials and stay on top of all our latest news and opportunities. Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!

 

 

 

 

SCARLETT HAS JOINED OUR COVID SAFETY TEAM!

Posted on by Laurie Innerst

A large proportion of our Labourpower family lives and works in areas deeply impacted by the ongoing pandemic. During this challenging time, the safety and well-being of our team are our top priority. We are always looking for better ways to work and leverage technology, and COVID safety is no exception.

That’s why we are happy to share Scarlett has a new role, and feedback from candidates is that she is making a meaningful difference!

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY TO GUARANTEE COMPLIANCE AND SAVE TIME

 

Scarlett is gathering details and tracking vaccination status

We’re using technology to swiftly reach out and connect with our team to gather details around their vaccination status. Scarlett is helping us comply with NSW and QLD requirements to guarantee our candidates’ vaccination status meets the needs of our clients, particularly within LGAs of concern.

Of the 3,300+ candidates Scarlett has reached, 80% have had their 1st or 2nd shots. Excellent news for the safety and availability of our talent pool and our clients that need great people!

For our candidates that are not yet vaccinated, Scarlett records their intent to be vaccinated and timing so she can follow up. She also makes a note of candidates that do not plan to be vaccinated. This system helps ensure our information is current and only appropriate candidates are considered and placed within LGAs of concern.

Scarlett is helping our team focus on filling essential roles

Through her efficient admin and 24/7 availability, Scarlett is saving our recruitment team substantial working hours. She is freeing up our recruiters to focus on matching the best candidates to the right jobs. We have a strong demand for essential workers, especially in LGAs of concern, and Scarlett is helping us fill roles faster.

 

ENSURING COVID SAFETY FOR OUR PEOPLE, WORKPLACES AND BUSINESS CONTINUITY

 

Leveraging technology to meet vaccination requirements quickly and accurately is just one of the ways we are doing our best to ensure the safety of our team, workplaces, and business continuity for our clients.

Rapid Antigen Testing

Many of our clients are taking a proactive approach to COVID safety by providing rapid antigen testing onsite. Going above and beyond to prevent positive cases in the workplace is helping to safeguard our community and minimises the risk of suspending operations.

We’re thankful to be working together with fantastic clients, doing their best to protect our candidates’ health and financial well-being.

COVID Safe Environments

Safety Goes 24/7 at Labourpower – which includes a collaborative approach to COVID safety within our business and close partnership with our clients and candidates. Our HR, WHS, branch and onsite teams work collectively to ensure:

  • Labourpower has an up-to-date COVID safety plan, reviewed regularly in line with evolving government guidelines and restrictions.
  • Each site is COVID compliant, and correct PPE is worn at all times.
  • We speak to every employee who reports feeling unwell or has come into contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID to assess potential risk. We communicate this information with our relevant client(s) immediately.
  • Every employee that requires testing provides negative results and is cleared by HR before returning to work to safeguard the health and well-being of our community across all sites.

 

CONNECT WITH LABOURPOWER

 

Do you have any questions about current regulations or vaccine requirements? Would you like to discuss your concerns around working in a COVID safe environment with our team? If so, please be encouraged to reach out to your nearest Labourpower branch. Click here for a complete list of contact details.

Follow us on your favourite socials and stay on top of all our latest news and opportunities. Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!

 

 

 

 

4 REASONS WHY FINDING WORK IS EASIER WITH LABOURPOWER

Posted on by Laurie Innerst

At Labourpower, we are always looking for better, faster ways to connect our candidates with the right jobs. Because searching for work can be a challenge, our team constantly strives to simplify and speed up the process.

That’s why we are thrilled to introduce the Labourpower App!
1. Gain access to our newest opportunities

Many candidates are already using our new app to select their desired shifts and create rosters that work best for their busy schedules. Our candidates can choose from available work that is the right fit for them. Now, they receive options sent directly to their phones through the app.

With more clients adding shifts every day, securing suitable work and putting together an ideal schedule has never been easier!

 

2. Information at your fingertips – anytime, anywhere

Our candidates work hard, around the clock, all across Australia.

We designed the Labourpower app to provide easy access to rostering and payslip information. Whenever and wherever it is most convenient for our team. The app is a helpful resource on the go to:

  • Pull up confirmed shift details, including timing and location, with handy map integration.
  • Reference payslip history and group certificates in one central place.

 

3. Sign in and out quickly and accurately

On-site, our candidates can sign in and out of shifts securely with the app, helping ensure the accuracy of hours worked and on-time payslips. In addition, our team can review their hours worked and recorded. Making it simple to spot and communicate potential errors and help guarantee correct payslips.

We understand how important it is to be paid appropriately. So we made sure to include features that provide visibility and checks and balances within the app.

 

4. Ongoing commitment to innovation

Our business is all about people, and the success of our customers relies on matching the right candidates to the right jobs effectively. Ultimately, everyone wins when our candidates have the tools to seize work opportunities quickly, and our clients can fill their shifts with great people.

We continue to invest in leading recruitment technology to expand our capabilities and create responsive, efficient systems that help people get to work faster. From AI to mobile to our client portal – we are looking forward to sharing how our tech is working together to improve our customer experience.

“It’s all part of our commitment to finding new and innovative ways to ensure that people find the right jobs and that our clients have the edge when it comes to attracting and retaining quality candidates.”

Luke Webber, Managing Director

 

If you would like to download the Labourpower app and learn more, please visit us here. And to stay up to date with all of our latest news and opportunities, connect with us on your favourite socials – Facebook, LinkedIn and/or Instagram!

 

 

 

INTRODUCING OUR COMPANY VALUES

Posted on by Nicki Davies

Labourpower is excited to introduce our new company values.  These core values  are important to our business success and help keep our whole team working towards shared goals and vision. 

Company values are the beliefs and guiding principles that help drive an organisation.

So, as Labourpower evolves as a business, we feel it’s important to have a set of values that reflect who we are today.

Developing our company values

One of our main priorities in developing new company values is to ensure they are representative of the Labourpower business as a whole.

Therefore, the first step was to create a list of 10 core values complete with definition and compile these into a survey.

After that, the survey was sent out to all internal employees to vote on their top five values.

As part of this process, our team was also able to describe how we demonstrate these values every day.

Finally, we picked the top four values as voted by our staff, including trustworthiness, family, customer success and innovation.

We also went through each of the values to finalise definitions using suggestions provided in the survey responses.

Introducing the Labourpower company values

Firstly, we have TRUSTWORTHINESS. Next there is FAMILY. Then CUSTOMER SUCCESS. And finally, INNOVATION.

As a result of everyone having an opportunity to have their say, we feel confident that the Labourpower values resonate with our entire team.

We’re also excited to build on our success and grow as a business with these values as our foundation.

TRUSTWORTHINESS

We demonstrate integrity and accountability to our clients and candidates through our determination for their success. We are genuine and seek to build trust in every relationship. We don’t make excuses and honour commitments we have made. We are dedicated, accountable, and consistent in standing up for what is right.

FAMILY

We are the Labourpower family. We are stronger together. We are a united team built on a foundation of respect, trust and care for each other. We are helpful and we listen. We work hard together, we laugh together and we celebrate the wins together.

CUSTOMER SUCCESS

We know that the success of our clients and candidates determines our success and we are committed to succeeding and growing with them. We know that our work is meaningful to our clients, our candidates, the business and ourselves. We are committed to using our power, expertise and resources to make a valuable impact.

INNOVATION

We are bold, adaptable, and take risks in the development and application of new ways of working. We reflect, we learn and we leave things better than we found them.

Bringing the Labourpower values to life

Finally, as a company we are passionate about the success of our employees and our clients. These new company values reflect our vision for the future, including:

  • Better job opportunities
  • A focus on continuous improvement and value-add, and
  • An ongoing commitment to state-of-the-art technology and innovation

Above all, we look forward to incorporating the Labourpower values into everything we do.

Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn and follow how we’re living and breathing the Labourpower values with our team, our clients and the wider community.

 

 

 

CHOOSE TO CHALLENGE – IWD 2021

Posted on by Nicki Davies

When we choose to challenge it really can result in change. We speak to Labourpower National HR Manager Brooke Horbury about this year’s International Women’s Day theme and also how we can all help create an inclusive world.

International Women’s Day (8th March) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It’s also a day that Labourpower recognises and appreciates the amazing women within our workforce.

The 2021 campaign theme ‘Choose To Challenge‘ reminds us that we can all challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. In addition, we can all choose to seek out and celebrate women’s achievements.

Brooke Horbury explains how her job as National HR Manager at Labourpower helps her play an active role in challenging gender stereotypes and bias.

Helping to forge a gender equal world

Labourpower is a company with a lot of diversity across the organisation Australia-wide. The result is a great team spirit and an environment that sees women succeed.

Brooke says that female representation at Labourpower is consistent with the gender split for Australians working in recruitment and human resources.*

“We are incredibly proud that internally our workforce is 71% female and our management team is 50% female,” says Brooke.

“I am also really proud that our Senior Management team collectively have a gender-balanced mindset and understand how important women are to the success of the business.”

Celebrating women’s achievements

Labourpower believes that it’s important to take time on International Women’s Day to celebrate and reflect on the achievements of women everywhere.

Brooke says that with such a high proportion of female staff, the company appreciates the important role women play in its success.

“Labourpower also recognises that women exhibit a whole range of character traits that are a great fit for the recruitment industry.”

These include for example the ability to:

  • Be great listeners
  • Show empathy
  • Multi-task
  • Problem solve
  • Keep a cool head in a crisis

“These attributes come naturally to the female members of our team. And definitely contribute to Labourpower achieving such high client and candidate retention.”

Raising awareness against bias

Brooke says that everyone has a role to play when it comes to building gender equality across the business and that education is key.

“We must be prepared to have difficult conversations. We need both men and women to raise awareness against bias and ensure gender equity becomes the norm,” she said.

“I feel fortunate that my role allows me to nominate women for opportunities. I can also question any lack of female participation and identify alternatives that are more inclusive.”

Taking action for equality

Finally, Brooke says that Labourpower commits to playing its part in building a gender equal world.

“Our organisation believes that a challenged world is an alert world. In keeping with the theme for this year’s International Women’s Day, we agree that from challenge comes change.”

So, let’s all #ChooseToChallenge.

Visit our website to find out more about Labourpower or connect with us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

 

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NEW LOGOS FOR LABOURPOWER

Posted on by Nicki Davies


Labourpower is proud to introduce new logos for our business units as part of the ongoing growth of our company’s brand.

We entered 2020 with a brand new website and logo to reflect Labourpower’s leading position in the industry today.

Firstly as the parent brand, Labourpower is the foundation for all our company offerings. Our main branding is red for strength and power.

However, as our business continues to evolve and respond to new challenges, we are introducing  new logos to reflect who we are as a business today.

These new logos reflect the next chapter for Labourpower. Also, the breadth and depth of services and quality solutions that we’re able to offer our candidates and clients.

 

LABOURPOWER COMMERCIAL

Labourpower Commercial (formerly Consulting) is our white-collar recruitment specialist division. Blue was chosen for the logo to evoke a sense of trust, stability and wisdom.

Labourpower Commercial provides permanent, contract and temporary staffing solutions at all levels in key industry sectors. Our team has a successful track record recruiting professional, technical and executive candidates. In other words, people with the skills and experience to deliver quality outcomes.

 

LABOURPOWER TRAINING

Labourpower Training provides training solutions for businesses across Australia and the upskilling of candidates. The logo features the colour green to represent growth and learning.

Meanwhile, Labourpower Training provides ongoing, industry-specific training programs to help each client’s workforce succeed. Above all, our quality training solutions aim to increase staff retention and employee satisfaction, as well as delivering a strong ROI.

 

LABOURPOWER TRADE

Labourpower Trade  focuses on trade, civil and construction recruitment solutions. Its logo features the colour orange. A strong, positive colour chosen for determination and creativity.

Labourpower Trade is our specialist recruiter with a proven track record in providing skilled tradespeople. We offer solutions to meet all temporary, contract and permanent placement staffing needs. Visit the Labourpower Trade website for more information.

 

Labourpower continues to go from strength to strength as a leading provider of quality recruitment solutions across Australia. Finally, look out for our new logos and don’t forget that you can also connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

 

 

LABOURPOWER TRADE AND HOWARTH RESOURCES GROUP JOIN FORCES

Posted on by Nicki Davies

 

Labourpower Trade and Howarth Resources Group are joining forces to further strengthen their labour hire and skilled trades recruitment capabilities.

Both companies have built a niche market in the road, rail and construction industries. Working together under the Labourpower Trade banner, the market leaders are now able to achieve even better outcomes for clients and candidates.

LABOURPOWER TRADE DIRECTOR ZAC WEBBER SAYS…

Director of Labourpower Trade Zac Webber, says that the merger will allow the companies to deliver on their shared vision regarding the future of recruitment in the road, rail and construction space.

“Clients and employees come to us for our expertise. They stay with us because we continue to deliver on our promises and provide a platform for growth,” he said.

“Combining the expertise of Labourpower Trade and Howarth makes good business sense. It puts us in an even stronger position to create solutions that benefit organisations and job seekers across Australia.”

HOWARTH RESOURCES GROUP DIRECTOR ANDREW HOWARTH SAYS…

Meanwhile, Director of Howarth Resources Group Andrew Howarth, agrees that the merger is a great fit. He says this is a key milestone for his business.

“Our company’s reputation is built on providing exceptional labour hire. Joining Labourpower Trade celebrates the values we share. It also allows us to take our service to the next level,” he said.

“Our combined track record and being able to leverage Labourpower’s best practice tools and technology creates a significant offering to the marketplace.”

Since operating under the award-winning Labourpower umbrella, Labourpower Trade (formerly RRC Australia) has been able to expand its talent pool and services to clients, as well as servicing other key industry sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, mining and waste.

To sum up, this merger brings together two market leaders in the trade recruitment sector who believe in local jobs for local people.

Zac Webber says that together, Labourpower Trade and Howarth will be able to offer new, innovative recruitment solutions. These will benefit clients and candidates Australia-wide.

“We look forward to working closely with the Howarth team and welcoming them to the Labourpower Trade family.”

ABOUT LABOURPOWER TRADE

We are a leading recruiter in trades, civil, rail and construction, specialising in recruiting skilled tradespeople. We place temporary, casual, contract and permanent positions across all industries Australia-wide.

Finally, if you’re someone looking for a new challenge or a company looking for the right people, speak to our experienced recruiters or connect with us on Facebook or LinkedIn today.

 

 

 

 

INTRODUCING LABOURPOWER TRADE

Posted on by Nicki Davies

1 July 2020: We are excited to announce that RRC Australia will now be known as Labourpower Trade. 

Labourpower and RRC Australia (RRCA) first partnered in May 2018. This move saw the two market leaders extend recruitment specialist capabilities around Australia.

After two years of exciting partnership, Labourpower Trade Managing Director Zac Webber says that the new name and branding is the logical next step for the business.

Creating Greater Access to Jobs

“The past two years have been incredible for RRC Australia. Working as part of the Labourpower family, we have been able to strengthen our service to clients, as well as create more opportunities for job seekers across the country in the Roads, Rail and Construction industries,” he said.

Expanding Our Talent Pool and Services to Clients

As a result of client demand, Zac says that the company has also expanded its services in other sectors, for example:

  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics
  • Mining
  • Waste
  • Landscaping

“Therefore, our new name, logo and branding better reflects who we are as a business today, as well as the award-winning solutions that we offer,” he said.

In addition, Labourpower Managing Director Luke Webber says that the launch of Labourpower Trade helps solidify the company’s position as a trusted provider of staffing solutions to key industry sectors around Australia.

“Our vision has always been to make a difference in the world of recruitment. We are thrilled to combine our knowledge and expertise under the Labourpower banner,” he said.

“Most importantly, we have the same great people and same great service that RRCA is known for. But as Labourpower Trade, we have even more power and innovation to achieve great outcomes for our clients and candidates.”

Providing the Teams That Help Build Australia

As a result, Labourpower Trade will continue to focus on local jobs for local people. The new company name, logo and branding reflects the skilled tradespeople and specialist recruitment solutions the company provides across key industry sectors including, for example:

  • Civil Infrastructure
  • Rail
  • Construction
  • Landscaping
  • Logistics
  • Scaffolding
  • Transport
  • Mining and Resources
  • Manufacturing
  • Food Manufacturing
  • Warehousing and Distribution
  • Packaging
  • Waste and Refuse
  • Government

We are excited to share this news with you and invite you to check out our new Labourpower Trade website.

You can also stay up-to-date with all the latest Labourpower Trade developments by connecting with us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

 

 

COVID-19 : A MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY

Posted on by Nicki Davies

 

Dear Labourpower Community,

This is a difficult moment for the world and our thoughts go out to all those affected by the outbreak of COVID-19.

During this crisis, the safety of our community is our top priority.

At Labourpower, we are taking precautionary measures to do our part in reducing the spread of COVID-19.

Following recommendations from the Australian Government Department of Health, we have implemented increased cleanings and sanitizing procedures at all of our Labourpower offices.

We have also:

  • Temporarily closed our doors to any new labour hire staff
  • Planned to conduct interviews in the office only when completely necessary
  • Recommended that employees who can work from home, do so.

We will continue to operate with your safety and well-being in mind, and provide the highest quality of service.

Additionally, we will monitor the situation closely, learn, adapt, and provide our latest updates here.

We thank you for your support and trusting us to serve you.

Luke Webber
Managing Director, Labourpower