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Growing the labour supply a WA innovation BY STUART SCOTT CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, STUDIUM
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“What we are looking for is partnerships with the local business communities, to jump on board the platform if they are looking for candidates.”
Backed by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), Studium has created a free platform that helps connect employers and jobseekers in areas of high need.
The platform — which was initially geared towards helping students, and graduates find opportunities and employers find talent — has shifted it's focus to fill the current need.
LOCAL start-up is helping primary producers deal with labour shortages caused by the pandemic.
It’s part of the temporary Jobs in Food and Agriculture initiative, supporting jobs and filling seasonal labour shortage issues that have arisen as our borders have locked down. “The COVID-19 crisis has absolutely reinforced the important of agriculture and we are working closely with WA industry leaders to keep our supply chains open and businesses operating,” Agriculture and Food Minister Alannah MacTiernan said. “We know primary producers are concerned about labour shortages — the new FoodAllianceWA website will help fill these gaps by connecting businesses with workers who have been displaced from other industries such as hospitality.” “Employers can also search the new online database to find workers with specific skills and qualifications such as forklift tickets, construction white cards or livestock experience.” Studium CEO Stuart Scott said the platform was designed for headhunting based on skills, attributes and experiences and allowed employers to get to suitable candidates quickly.
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It’s already been overwhelmed by the level of interest from candidates, and in a few short months more than 9000 people have joined, demonstrating that people are desperate for better ways to find meaningful employment opportunities.
“As a start-up, we are in a unique position to help,” Mr Scott said. “What we need is to make the agriculture community aware of a product that is there for them.” Studium has a team of staff ready to help regional and local employers. And can step them through the process. MORE INFORMATION Visit www.jobsinwafoodandag.com, employers with opportunities are encouraged to register at studium.work For comment contact Studium CEO Stuart Scott on 0421 411 641.
