Insights Author: Clare Ferguson and Stephanie Airlie
Work in construction or hire for a construction company? Our construction specialists, Clare Ferguson and Stephanie Airlie, are here to help you lay the foundations for better hiring—and getting hired—in their new short video series, Nailed It.
Construction is a major industry here in the Hunter. But like many sectors, companies are feeling the pressure of skills shortages, strong competition for talent, and changing perceptions of the industry.
For candidates, breaking into the industry or finding the right role can also be challenging, whether it’s due to high competition, limited experience or simply securing the right fit.
That’s why Clare and Steph have launched Nailed It. A short, practical recruitment video series designed to give employers and job seekers the construction insights they need to succeed.
The series is currently exclusive to our Voice of Verve subscribers—our LinkedIn newsletter that delivers the latest recruitment insights straight from our specialists. If you haven’t signed up yet, now’s the time!
Every two weeks, we’ll release a new short video (just 4–5 minutes) packed with practical tips, real-world advice and industry know-how.
Videos will alternate between helping candidates stand out and land the right role. And advising employers on hiring smarter and building stronger teams.
It’s quick, it’s actionable and it’s designed to help you nail your next move, whether you’re hiring or job hunting. The first two episodes have already gone live.
Aimed at candidates, this episode dives into getting your construction resume just right. Clare and Steph covered some of the most common challenges people face when putting their resumes together.
They tackled questions like whether or not you should include a photo and the ideal order for sections—really getting into the nitty-gritty.
They shared insights on how to highlight your key achievements at the top (with real examples), the best way to present past career info, how to showcase the projects you’ve worked on (including dollar values), and the importance of outlining your career aspirations.
There are some real gems in there, check out episode one below and subscribe to our YouTube channel!
Related: 7 tips to make your CV easy to skim
In the second episode, aimed at employers, Clare and Steph get real about what it means to hire for culture, not just capability.
The starting point is defining your company culture. Truly understanding what you stand for, what you believe in, and how your people behave day in and day out. The next step is asking the right questions during interviews and knowing what a great answer looks like.
Questions they talk through include ‘Tell me about a mistake you made on-site’ and ‘Tell us about a time you had the opportunity to show initiative around process improvement’. Hint: having great ideas equals value add.
They also talked about really considering the vibe of a person, how interviews are a bit like dating, and involving other team members in second interviews. Plus, they shared the importance of being transparent about what working in your business is really like.
Check out episode two below and subscribe to our YouTube channel!
Related: Women in construction: how to build diversity to fill the skills gap
Next up in this short video series, Clare and Steph will dive into ‘How to nail it in your interview’ (Episode 3), followed by ‘How to onboard for success’ (Episode 4)—two more super helpful topics you won’t want to miss.
Whether you’re hiring in construction or looking for your next opportunity, this fortnightly series is your blueprint for success.
Make sure to head to LinkedIn and sign up for Voice of Verve today. Not only will you get these videos delivered straight to your inbox as soon as they’re released, but you’ll also gain access to broader insights and valuable advice from our team.
Sign up to Voice of Verve today or reach out to Clare and Steph for some tailored advice. You can also ask us to send you a copy of 10 questions to ask in an interview —a free giveaway from Episode 2!
Access the latest on hiring trends, people + culture and putting your best foot forward.
