Finally, we are seeing some of the restrictions lifted for local business and travel. Schools are open and people are getting back to work. With almost zero virus cases in regional Queensland we are enjoying getting out and about and supporting the business community. Unemployment will remain high for the foreseeable future.  Thankfully, JobKeeper and other government initiatives will help us to get through this economic crisis.

We all hope to see domestic borders opening soon so that we can benefit from the return of tourism to our regions and a boost to the local economies.

Recruitment has been interesting.  With many businesses having their staff work from home they are unable to employ new staff.  In some areas new employees have been required to self-isolate before starting in their new position. With the lifting of restrictions, we should see a start to new opportunities in the employment market.

There are some major mining and large infrastructure projects that have been announced which will boost the economy and increase job opportunities across the region. There are building and tourism stimulus packages on the table, all designed to help us recover.

The roll out of the JobFinder program has seen hundreds of JobSeekers contact Precruitment for professional advice and tools to help them in their job search at this time. To register or find out more about this free program follow the Link

Precruitment is excited to offer the services of expert Human Resources Management advisor Andrea Tunjic. A specialist Human Resources Consultant, Andrea enhances the capabilities and value Precruitment brings to our clients. Andrea can help you to take a proactive approach to align team environment, skills and performance with your business model and goals, especially relevant in this new and challenging work environment.

Andrea has practical experience on both sides of the employment fence, starting out in industrial relations, she then moved onto Human Resources Executive roles in the public and private sectors.  Now she consults to a broad range of businesses throughout Australia and mentors’ leaders in best practice Strategic HR, organizational development, and workforce planning to improve workforce performance.

This year the Salvation Army is unable to do their traditional Door Kock Appeal. With so many more people needing some extra help and support to get through this economic crisis we need to support the Salvo’s.  How about chipping in with your regular annual donation or whatever you can afford, to the Digital Doorknock? Just click here Link It is easy. As the saying goes “Thank God for the Salvo’s”. They are an amazing charity, they are always there, and they never turn anyone away.

Please remember, our team is working in the office if you need anything at all please give us a call. We have some great free tools including, working from home WH&S checklists, resume, cover letter and interview tips to help you or your team if needed at this time.