Posts by claire.ford@trsresourcing.com

This is a question that comes up a lot. Based on recent insights from our Managing Director, Tavis Shearer, at TRS Resourcing, we’re witnessing a big shift in the recruitment industry that affects both employers and job seekers across Australia. The Growing Disconnect Between Employers and Job Seekers There’s an unfortunate disconnect happening in the…

If you had asked me a year ago what 2025 would look like, I would have painted you a picture of continued momentum in my recruitment career; growing teams, partnering with incredible clients, and maybe squeezing in a few weekend getaways. I definitely wouldn’t have predicted I’d be writing this with a baby on the…

From Soap Bars to Civil Boss: The Real Story of Jimmy’s Rise When most people think about building a successful business, they picture strategy meetings, clean offices, and a solid five-year plan. Jimmy? He started with a soap machine and a bar of soap to the head. In a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred conversation with Tavis, Jimmy…

Insights from Tavis Shearer, Managing Director at TRS Resourcing The tables have turned well and truly. Gone are the days when employers held all the cards, and candidates would jump through hoops for a position. As Tavis Shearer puts it, “At the end of the day, employers now need to make their workplace culture and…

Why Skilled Trades Are the Foundation of Australia’s Growth Australia’s future is being built, literally – by the hands of skilled tradespeople. As industries such as manufacturing, civil construction, and logistics continue to grow, the demand for qualified, work-ready trades professionals has reached record levels. In my role as a recruitment consultant at TRS Resourcing,…