Archive for February 2026

As a recruiter working with people within Australian manufacturing jobs, I’m seeing what I’d call a “cautious expansion”. After a tough 2025 marked by cost pressure and uncertainty, the Manufacturing industry in Australia is now shifting toward smart manufacturing, automation, robotics, AI and 3D printing to lift productivity and protect margins. The latest data from…

The Automotive Technician Shortage in Victoria Is Not Slowing Down Lately I have been seeing a pattern repeated, the lack of qualified automotive technicians. This is a issue that is getting tougher, not easier. With the growth of EV, more complex vehicle systems and an ageing trade workforce, this all adds pressure. Demand for trade…

Over the past decade, Australia’s economy has changed in ways that aren’t obvious in the headlines but Australian businesses trying to hire and retain people can feel them. Between 2016 and 2026, wage growth stalled, housing costs surged, migration reshaped labour supply, and productivity failed to keep pace with population growth. Together, these changes have…

A quiet hiring boom behind the scenes is building momentum in roles that many businesses still underestimate. There are growing searches for store personnel jobs, data entry roles, and freight forwarding careers, which reflect what I’m seeing in the market. The roles don’t usually make headlines, but they’re essential to keeping business operations running. So…

At TRS Resourcing, promotions are earned through performance, the ability to add genuine value to clients and candidates. That’s exactly why we’re proud to announce the promotion of Trent Couacaud to Recruitment Consultant. Since joining TRS Resourcing, Trent has very quickly proven himself to everyone as a strong operator, building momentum across his desk and…