Tag: recruitment

MEET SCARLETT: OUR NEWEST TEAM MEMBER

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Scarlett is the newest member of the Labourpower family working hard for you.

We are proud to introduce you to Scarlett and reveal that Labourpower is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to improve recruitment and selection processes, fast-track candidate onboarding and enhance overall customer experience.

And we’re also pleased to report that Scarlett is off to a flying start in her first six months:

  • Screening 14,000 candidates for 145 advertised jobs across Australia
  • Shortlisting close to 12,000 job seekers for new roles
  • Reconnecting with 4000+ candidates in our database looking for new work
SCARLETT IS THE LATEST IN A SERIES OF INNOVATIONS

Scarlett is the latest in a series of innovations with Labourpower adding leading artificial intelligence chatbot technology into our day-to-day operations, to help continually improve our:

  • Recruiting processes
  • Compliance, and
  • Quality

As a result, she is going from strength to strength:

  • Helping to match the right candidates to the right jobs
  • Working faster-around the clock 24/7 right across Australia

In addition, Scarlett has been busy:

  • Screening candidates for the equivalent of 17 hours a day, and
  • Reconnecting with candidates for another 13 hours a day over a 7-day working week
IMPROVING CANDIDATE ENGAGEMENT

Labourpower Managing Director Luke Webber says that AI technology is the obvious choice when it comes to improving how the company onboards its candidates, builds talent pools across the country and ensures that each client gets the right fit for their business.

“In a time of unique challenges, we are keen to develop new solutions that continue to enhance our ability to drive candidate engagement as well as ease some of the pressure on the Labourpower team,” he said.

“Labourpower’s Scarlett is an effective tool for candidate engagement with the ability to chat with each person colloquially. As a chatbot she will also continually evolve to make the onboarding  and screening process easier.”

24/7 SUPPORT AUSTRALIA-WIDE

Above all, Scarlett offers 24/7 support to candidates Australia-wide. Therefore, she is available to help job seekers find the right role any time of the day or night. So this is ideal for people who need to apply for jobs or require support outside of normal business hours.

Importantly, candidates will still be able to interact with Labourpower recruiters. Scarlett will simply manage some of the more time-consuming screening and administrative tasks.

Firstly, Scarlett’s focus in the initial phase of her roll-out was on candidate screening. Including, for example, collecting basic information and responding to general questions.

And now that Scarlett is in phase two of her development, she is also providing support that extends to the onboarding phase and helps the Labourpower team:

  • Prepare candidates to be placed into jobs as quickly as possible

Therefore, automating some of these recruitment processes will also provide the Labourpower team with more time in their day to focus on candidate and client-facing tasks such as:

  • Face-to-face interviews
  • Fitness for work screenings
  • Company inductions
  • Job orders
  • Compliance,  and more.
INVESTING IN LEADING RECRUITMENT TECHNOLOGY

Luke Webber says that as Labourpower continues to expand its capabilities and invest in leading recruitment technology, the company is excited to launch Scarlett.

“People continue to be our business and by leveraging this new AI powered technology, our team now has more time to focus on improving engagement strategies, building valuable relationships and enjoying greater job satisfaction,” he said.

“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.”

Finally, to find out more about Scarlett and how she can work for you, connect with us today if you are a client looking for great people or a candidate looking for a great job.

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LABOURPOWER TRADE AND HOWARTH RESOURCES GROUP JOIN FORCES

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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.

 

 

 

 

YOU’RE INVITED TO VISIT THE NEW LABOURPOWER TRADE WEBSITE

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We invite you to visit the Labourpower Trade website. Complete with our new branding, the website makes it easier to:  

  • Connect skilled tradespeople with jobs, and
  • Help employers fill job vacancies

Following the recent launch of Labourpower Trade, we are thrilled to introduce our new website. It offers a user-friendly experience with easy to access information and useful resources for job seekers, employees and clients.

Here are some of the new features that we are excited to share with you:

  • Firstly, a new responsive design that ensures easy browsing on your mobile, laptop, tablet or desktop
  • Also, easy to read content and information about our services and the industries we support

The Labourpower Trade website showcases our new branding that not only looks great but reflects our expanded services to clients and job seekers working as part of the Labourpower family.

There are also other features for you to enjoy including:

Labourpower Trade Candidates and Job Seekers
  • Under the CANDIDATE SECTION you will find a snapshot of the current jobs we have available. Can’t find the job you’re looking for? Simply click on the Contact Us button to get in touch with your nearest Labourpower Trade office
Labourpower Trade Clients
  • Under the CLIENT SECTION Labourpower Trade clients will find an easy to complete form to let us know about the vacancies you need to fill. Our experienced team of recruiters can respond quickly with quality skilled people to meet your staffing needs
Connect with Labourpower Trade

This is an exciting time for our business, and we invite you to connect with Labourpower Trade and stay informed about our continued growth and opportunities.

Our new website features links to Labourpower’s Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, which is where you will also find the latest Labourpower Trade jobs, news and developments.

Finally, we hope that you enjoy visiting the new Labourpower Trade website and welcome any feedback you have.

 

 

INTRODUCING LABOURPOWER TRADE

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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.

 

 

EFFECTIVE WORKFORCE PLANNING: THE RIGHT STAFF AT THE RIGHT TIME

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With the start of a new financial year fast approaching, now is a good time to look at your staffing needs for the year ahead. Effective workforce planning can help you attract and retain quality talent to maximise company performance.

5 Steps to Effective Workforce Planning

Here are just some of the ways you can ensure that your business has the right staff at the right time…

1. ANALYSE PAST TRENDS

Firstly, analyse business data from previous years. This can help you build a clearer picture of the number of people you’ll need at different times of the year. Start by cross-referencing previous workforce records and sales data as this will alert you to the times that you were under or overstaffed. Also, you can use this information to prepare some valuable forward-looking data for the months ahead.

2. REVIEW CURRENT OPERATIONS

A review of your current operations and a clear plan of your future business goals is also important for successful workforce planning. Identify issues that affect staffing, talent development and/or plans for new hires. For example:

  • Planned business growth
  • Developments in your industry
  • Changes to customer behaviour

Also, review any seasonal demand that affects your business workforce and the skill sets you need.

3. KEEP A RECORD OF STRONG PERFORMERS

Keep a record of hires who performed well during previous peak periods. Then you will be able to recruit them again when you need extra staff. Strong past performers already know your business and understand what’s expected of them. This way you’ll get to save time and money on recruitment and training. Also, previous hires will feel valued keeping work motivation levels high.

4. CONSULT WITH A LABOUR HIRE SPECIALIST

Using a recruitment agency, such as Labourpower,  can add value when it comes to strategic workforce planning. An effective recruiter will work closely with your line managers and other key stakeholders. Together, they can forecast and predict potential influxes of staffing requirements.  Your recruiter will also ensure the right fit for your business is always on hand when you need them. They achieve this through:

  • Effective staff recruitment processes
  • Staff incentive schemes
  • Training and upskilling programs
  • Succession planning and more!
5. MAKE USE OF STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY

When you partner with Labourpower you also get access to a state-of-the-art Online Portal that delivers a best practice HR Workforce management solution. Clients have live access to valuable data including comprehensive reports that give you transparency over your entire labour hire operation.

Hiring the right staff shouldn’t be overwhelming – and that’s where we can help!  Labourpower works closely with businesses to provide effective workforce planning solutions tailored to your budget and business needs.

Connect with us on LinkedIn or speak to our experienced recruiters today.

 

 

 

TAKE THE RECRUITMENT PRESSURE OFF YOUR BUSINESS

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Recruiting new staff can be costly and time consuming. So if you’re not using the right recruitment strategies, it can also be frustrating and fruitless. Whether you’re a small business looking for a one-off hire. Or a large corporation looking to access regular talent. Using the services of a recruitment agency can be the ideal solution and help ease the pressure.

 

6 ways a recruitment agency can take the hiring pressure off your business

 

  1. EFFICIENCY

    When you take on the task of recruiting in-house you often find yourself with a big To-Do list. First of all, you have to post the job ads and sift through all the applications. Next you have to find time to conduct interviews as well as carry out reference checks. And this all takes place before you even get someone on-site to start training. Whereas with a recruitment company, all you need to do is place your order and wait for the right staff to show up at your door.

 

  1. TIME SAVING

    As you build a relationship with your chosen agency the hiring process for your business gets easier and easier. Your recruiters will gain more insight and knowledge about your business with every new hire. This allows them to streamline your process with every job, saving you time and money in the process.

 

  1. TALENT POOL

    Your recruitment agency will have access to a huge pool of talent. Quality people – all waiting to be placed into the right business. In most cases, candidates have already been screened and evaluated to make sure they’re the right fit. All you need to do is welcome them aboard!

 

  1. EXPERTISE

    Recruitment can be a tricky business! Working with a recruitment company helps reduce the likelihood of you getting a ‘bad hire’. Your recruitment agency will have proven hiring strategies in place. This lets them weed out any poor performers and as a result, you know you’ll be getting the best of the bunch.

 

  1. PEAK PERIODS

    Are you a company with seasonal staff fluctuations? A recruitment agency can ensure you have the quality staff you need to effectively manage peak periods of activity. This means your permanent employees are not overworked, payroll budgets are kept under tight control and above all, your productivity is never compromised.

 

  1. BONUS FEATURES

    A great recruitment agency won’t just find you the right person for the job, they’ll also provide you with other valuable services. This can include on-site inductions, health and safety training, drug testing and even ongoing coaching for your long-term employees. They may also offer payroll services and even anticipate your future staffing needs.

 

Our team are ready to take the recruitment pressure off your business. Why not speak to one of our experienced recruiters or connect with Labourpower on LinkedIn today!