Archive for October 2024
Safety Month: 5 Ways to Prioritise Safety in the Utilities Industry in Australia
According to a 2024 report by Safe Work Australia, in 2023 there were 139,000 serious injury claims across all industries, with 200 worker fatalities reported. Although the fatality rate has decreased by 19% (from 1.7 fatalities per 100,000 workers) over the last decade, it has remained relatively stable in recent years, calling for a reminder…
Read More4 Ways Gen Z are Transforming the Insurance Industry and How to Attract Them
The latest generation currently making its mark in the workplace is Gen Z – those born between the late 1990s and 2010. As recruitment partners to the insurance industry, we’ve witnessed firsthand the hesitation many employers have about this new group of professionals. There is often scepticism surrounding their dependence on smartphones, social media habits,…
Read MoreAustralian Infrastructure: 4 Ways Businesses Can Foster Innovation in the Industry
In its 2023 year in review, the Australian Construction Association (ACA) suggested that improving productivity is paramount to overcoming challenges in the sector, particularly finding ways to encourage and invest in innovative solutions. Fortunately, Research from Bond University shows that fostering a culture of creativity within teams, even though something as simple as humour, can…
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