The construction industry in Australia has particularly high standards when it comes to safety and licensing. Up skilling and gaining further industry related tickets and licences by taking short courses related to the industry you’re seeking work in can significantly improve your chances of landing a job. By having extra courses on your resume, you […]
With construction set to boom in 2018, now is the time to make sure you are construction job ready. Although there are entry-level jobs in construction that require little to no industry experience, there are some things you can do that will give you a better chance of getting on board with the construction boom. […]
Investing in first aid training for your employees is invaluable. It may not bring profit to a company, but investing in first aid training for your staff enhances the safety of your employees, can you put a price on that? Almost 500,000 Australians are admitted to emergency each year, with 12,000 dying as a result […]
You have finished Year 12, it may seem like most of your classmates have it all worked out – but the likelihood is a lot of your classmates are probably somewhat torn, and confused about what it is they they really want to do career wise after school. If you fall into this ‘not a […]
If you are going to be working in the construction industry, then yes, you definitely need a Construction Induction/White Card. A white card/construction induction card (previously known as a blue card) is necessary for almost every trade and the government has made it compulsory to obtain before being allowed to work on a construction site. […]
Australians are big spenders. With a variety of stores offering sales and bargains on an almost weekly basis, retail therapy has become a national obsession. We have all seen the news bulletins showing hundreds of shoppers lined up out outside new retail giants for their ‘grand openings’ or the famous ‘boxing day sales’. But the […]
Australia is a lucky country in terms of its supply of natural resources such as coal and iron ore, which are exported to various countries all over the world. The mining industry has been a popular and lucrative career path for Australians for decades. Working in the mines has now become a relatively flexible and […]
Accidents happen…and they happen any time, and anywhere, not just in the workplace. If an accident occurred at your home, would you know what to do? What about if you were out shopping, or enjoying a relaxing day at the beach, or you came across a car accident, what steps would you take to help […]
Did you know the average salary in Australia for a Traffic Controller is $63,560? You might be thinking that’s not a bad wage for a lollypop person, but there is more to being a Traffic Controller than meets the eye. Traffic Controllers are commonly seen alongside roadworks or around construction zones, special events such as […]