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Why Melbourne Construction Businesses Can’t Find Trades Staff
If you’re running a construction business in Melbourne, you already know the problems rising, it’s goes a little like this: You post a role, you wait, and the applications either don’t come or don’t stack up. The project is live, the timeline is tight, and the right tradesperson isn’t showing up when you need…
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We find most job ads for trade roles are not doing the “job” they are supposed to. They are either too vague to tell a candidate anything useful, too long to hold attention past the first paragraph, or written in a way that would suit a corporate office role rather than a workshop or construction…
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Freight forwarding in Australia has transformed significantly over the past decade, and in 2026 the role of a freight forwarder or import export coordinator carries far more responsibility than many outside the industry realise. The end-to-end visibility clients now expect means freight professionals must manage compliance, communication and cost efficiency all at once. Global shipping…
Read MoreVictoria’s Trades Hiring Market Confidence Is Back, but the Shortage Isn’t
After a couple of quieter years, things are moving again. We’re having more conversations, and they’re different. Businesses that held off on hiring longer than they wanted to are now stepping back in. At TRS, we’re seeing it in the volume of roles coming through and the intent behind them. There’s less hesitation. More clarity.…
Read MoreRetention, Technology and Workforce Planning in Australian Supply Chains 2026
The Australian supply chain and logistics sector in 2026 is defined by precision, speed and resilience. Technology has streamlined processes, but it has not reduced the need for skilled professionals. It has shifted expectations. Workforce planning has become one of the most important strategic conversations I am having with employers this year. Transport schedulers, operations…
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