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The Decline in the Uptake of Apprentices from Business  Could hiring an apprentice be the right choice for your business?  In recent years there has been a steady decline in apprenticeship numbers, both in the uptake and completion of training. With lower numbers of students seeking out apprenticeships, businesses are […]

Nothing is more important than having a safe workplace. Whether you work on a construction site, or in a big office building, there are always hazards. As a business owner, it is your responsibility to keep your employees safe at work. Keeping up to date OH&S procedures will not only […]

Whilst undertaking your apprenticeship, there are a lot of things to focus on. To begin with, you’re suddenly spending most of your time working, which can be – trust us, we’ve been there – exhausting in the beginning. Not only do you have long hours of work to get used […]

By Stephen Craven  Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (Smart Employment Solutions) —- Disclaimer:  at the time of publication these rates were accurate. Now they must only be used as a comparison due to pay rate changes and increases in our charge outs. However the basis of the article is still factual. […]

By Stephen Craven  Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (Smart Employment Solutions) No-one would have witnessed a female in a male dominated industry back in our grandfathers’ day. Women were at home cooking, cleaning and looking after the kids. After all, the man was the bread winner and that was the end […]

There is a widely held belief that getting a university education is an absolute must for school graduates. Esteemed professions such as medicine, law, accountancy and engineering all hold a very strong allure for well-meaning parents who want the very best for their kids’ future. Parents commonly encourage their children […]