Archive for January 2026

So you’ve been looking for a job in Australia over the past few years, and you probably know how tough the competition has been. The good news is that things are finally starting to improve for job seekers. Recent data from Jobs and Skills Australia shows that employers are having an easier time filling jobs…

  I’ve spent years working with manufacturing businesses and have seen plenty of changes, new systems, better technology, automation, AI, and the ongoing push to do more with less. But despite all this, one thing has always stayed the same. “People are still at the heart of manufacturing.” and it’s the strong partnerships that keeps…

Connecting Dealerships with the Right People, Not Just CVs I’ve spent much of my career in the automotive industry, working in workshops, service departments, and dealerships. This experience guides how I recruit now. When I talk to dealerships, I already know their world. I understand how workshops run, where bottlenecks can happen, and how a…

The start of the year doesn’t feel the same everywhere. In Melbourne especially, January often arrives at a slower, sometimes European pace. Some offices aren’t fully back, and the decision makers tend to return in stages. Projects ease into motion rather than switching straight back on. For many businesses, January is about finding their rhythm…

Diesel mechanics is the one trade that in my experience and knowledge, is not slowing down any time soon! The demand for skilled diesel techs is stronger than ever heading into 2026. I’ve worked in workshops, service departments and dealership environments for more than a decade, and I am aware of what employers look for…