Episode 45 – Loukas Nadiotis
Loukas Nadiotis
Loukas is an outstanding human with a fascinating story and a drive to work in his dream job
Episode 44 – Flexible & Hybrid work with Mai Wel and FiveSeven Consulting
Flexible & Hybrid Work
Conversations with Candice MacFadyen from FiveSeven Consulting regards how the greater workforce is looking at WFH followed by CEO of the Mai Wel Group
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Hunter Valley employment and labour market insights
The team at Hunter Recruitment Group are very proud to be Hunter Valley Recruitment specialists – based in Maitland, NSW for over 15 years, we have seen the region change and employment trends shift.
Of course, there’s nothing like a global pandemic to shake up employment trends, labour markets and recruitment needs even further.
So today we thought we’d share with you the most recent Labour Market Insights for the Hunter, released June 2022 by the National Skills Commission, Australian Government.
For the purpose of reporting, the Hunter Valley is defined by the highlighted area below, and excludes Newcastle.
Across the Hunter there are currently 129,800 people employed.
Of the employed population 73% were in full-time work and 27% were classified as part-time workers.
Interestingly, when looking at the workforce age groups across the Hunter, the 65 and over age bracket has the highest level of participation – sitting at 26.8% – meaning succession planning across Hunter Valley businesses and Hunter-based industries will be coming to the fore very soon.
Of those employed in the Hunter Valley, the following are the largest employing occupations.
| Occupation | Persons employed |
| Sales Assistants (General) | 6,200 |
| Miners 3,100
Truck Drivers (General) |
3,100
3,000 |
| Fitters (General) | 2,800 |
| General Clerks | 2,500 |
| Retail Managers (General) | 1,800 |
| Commercial Cleaners | 1,800 |
| Electricians (General) | 1,700 |
| Primary School Teachers | 1,500 |
| Aged and Disabled Carers | 1,500 |
Looking further at occupation groups, the chart below details the distribution of workers across occupation groups in the Hunter Valley, including a comparison with the rest of NSW.
And finally, the unemployment rate for the Hunter is currently sitting at 3.9%, slightly above Australia’s unemployment rate of 3.5% – cited as the nation’s lowest in almost 50 years. Whilst the Hunter Valley’s youth unemployment rate is 9.9%.
If you’re looking for a career change, or moving to the Hunter Valley and searching for a job, register with HRG – we’ll let you know as soon as a suitable opportunity opens up.
And for any Hunter Valley-based employers, if you’re searching for staff or looking to improve your recruitment and retention outcomes, give us a call on 4936 6537– we can help.
Statistic Source: https://labourmarketinsights.gov.au/regions/all-regions-abs-sa4/HunterValley
How to boost your recruitment success with video interviews
We’ve spoken before about the many recruitment benefits of video interviewing and the positive impact that technology can have on your search for staff.
Today we take a closer look at how to conduct a video interview to have the best chance of boosting your recruitment success.
Set the structure
As with any job interview, face-to-face or conducted via video, your questions count! Take the time to evaluate the role and identify what you really need to ask your applicants.
With a video interview, you will see and hear from candidates which gives you great insight but remember that consistency is key.
You want to be able to compare the answers of your candidates, their skill set, and fit for the role adequately, so ensure that they are given the same opportunities throughout the recruitment process.
Clear communication
For some applicants, video interviewing may be a new experience. They may be feeling a little anxious or self-conscious.
To help applicants feel at ease clearly communicate what they can expect, settle their nerves by clarifying any questions they may have ahead of time and provide them with as much information as possible.
Video interviews rely on technology and to avoid glitches or hiccups ensure that all candidates receive the correct links, log-ins and credentials for the video interviewing software or system you are using.
Provide feedback
Statistics show time and time again that candidates are hungry for feedback on how they perform in interviews – particularly if they have been unsuccessful in securing a role.
This is still the case for video interviewees.
Taking the time to provide genuine, considered and constructive feedback is not only positive for your company’s reputation it can improve your future recruitment pipeline and generally makes the process better and more effective for all involved.
Organise onboarding
Despite video interviews being conducted online it is important to remember that your new recruit is indeed human – even if they will be working remotely or in a hybrid capacity it is important to have a great on-boarding process.
Ensure that you can share your company culture with your newest employee and that they feel part of the team and well equipped in their role moving forward.
This should be the case no matter if you have used a traditional face-to-face or video interview technique and something which HRG is very passionate about.
A great on-boarding can alleviate HR issues into the future and assist greatly with staff retention.
If you’d like to discuss your recruitment needs, how to introduce video interviewing for your next hire or how to streamline your on-boarding and payroll processes contact Hunter Recruitment Group on (02) 4936 6537.
Looking for more details on video interviewing, its recruitment benefits and the positive impact it can have when looking for staff? Check out our blogs here:
More than a resume – recruit today via video
Technology & Recruitment: Video Interviewing & Remote Work
Tips for video interview success
Here at Hunter Recruitment Group, we are very familiar with the benefits and functionality of video interviewing.
It can foster fantastic recruitment outcomes for clients and candidates alike – we’ve put together a few blogs on this topic.
You can check them out here: ‘Benefits of Video Interviewing’ and here: ’Video Interviewing and Remote Work’
For employers, it gives a greater understanding and knowledge of the applicants for a role and makes the recruitment process smoother and faster.
It cuts out on travel time and expenses – a benefit for everyone involved in the recruitment process and, particularly important if you are looking to recruit in a competitive market or you’re looking to find staff or grow your team fast.
For those applying for a role, in a video interview you can really showcase your skills.
But how to make the most of it?
If you’ve got a video interview coming up – congratulations! The team at HRG has put together some handy video interview tips to help you put your best foot forward.
Project Professionalism
Yes, you may be ‘appearing’ via video but as with all job interviews, displaying your professionalism through presentation, dress and language is very important. Ensure that your appearance is appropriate for the role you are applying for, project confidence with your tone of voice and your body language.
And make sure you select a location with good lighting and acoustics before you commence the video interview – this will have a significant impact on how you present yourself on screen.
Although there may not be an interview panel in front of you ensure that you use eye contact – by looking directly into your webcam – and remember to smile to further express your personality and enthusiasm for the role.
Avoid Technical Issues
We understand that using new technology and software can be daunting – that’s even more reason to test it first!
If you don’t have a computer, tablet or phone that is suitable borrow one for the video. It is very hard to demonstrate that you’re the perfect candidate through a cracked or broken screen.
If you are able, log into the video interview platform ahead of time so that you are familiar with its layout and functionality – and ensure that you have the correct log in credentials you need.
Check your internet connection to ensure that it is reliable (and have a backup plan if / as needed) and test your webcam and microphone to ensure that the picture and sound of your video recordings is clear.
Technical hiccups can also come in the shape of interruptions! Make sure you have a private space away from passersby and external noises, and let your housemates know that you have an important appointment. You could even try a ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign!
Be Prepared
Although you may not be attending a face-to-face interview it is important to prepare as if you were.
You know what they say about prior preparation…
Ensure you have a thorough understanding of both the role and the business that you are applying for – review the position description and think about how you can best articulate your suitability.
Look over some sample interview questions and prepare examples of how your previous work experience would benefit you this new role.
If you’d like to register with Hunter Recruitment Group as a candidate we can not only let you know about exciting employment opportunities but assist you with more video interview advice and techniques – we love having career conversations and seeing people succeed.
All the very best for your interview!
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