Unexpected Skills Recruiters Bring To Companies

Volume-based recruiters often have an overload of roles to fill. They’ve got a stack of clients they don’t know very well and a directory of candidates they’ll hardly get acquainted with. With this sort of thing going on, it’s no wonder recruiters get a bad rap. However, good recruiters have a search-based, rather than a volume-based, approach. These HR professionals are famous for their skills in dealing with people and relationships. Let’s take a look at the unexpected skills that recruiters, aka HR professionals, have to offer construction companies.

1. Engagement manager

Once upon a time, managers would get together and assess their employees performances. There was little dialogue between workers and their managers, and employees would be assessed at 3, 6 or 12 month intervals. These days, organisations prefer ongoing conversations between workers and employees around performance and happiness. This can be facilitated through technology such as employee engagement software or it can be managed by an expert HR professional.

2. Diversity rep

In construction and engineering, as in many other industries, companies are realising the value of cultivating a diverse workforce. Taking on staff of various backgrounds, irrespective of gender, race or age, ensures a fair and open workplace, and one that is enriched by the diverse experiences the employees bring. Your HR professional will act as a diversity officer, not just ensuring that the right people are hired without prejudice, but that diverse employees have their needs met post-hire.

3. Talent nurturer

As much as they want to, companies can’t always be on the lookout for great talent. After all, they do have a business to run! Standard recruiters typically don’t source the best talent for the companies they represent because they’re simply too swamped with work. Even if you aren’t looking to fill a specific role, a good HR consultant will have a vast network of industry connections to top talent. They’ll have their eyes peeled for talent, and will know your company well enough to keep you informed on who’s out there when it’s time to recruit.

4. Wellness Coach

Employees can disengage from their work when they are overworked, overtired or for a variety of other personal and professional reasons. Your HR professional can help you identify factors that may be causing your employees to disengage, and recommend some wellness programs to get them back on track. This can include education on work-life balance and healthy office habits, suggestions on stress management and even therapy.

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