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By Phoebe Armstrong 19 March, 2024 In a recent case, an HR manager was criticised by a tribunal for “[leaping] into punitive action” upon learning of an employee’s criminal record. After discovering an employee had been convicted several years prior for violence and...

The Workplace Engagement Index – The state of employee engagement across Australia in 2024. HR conference – 1 in 3 of our employees are concerned about their mental health. Reward Gateways has presented a great HR conference today to discuss...

We get asked often, what is Casual Conversion? How does it work? The National Employment Standards (NES) in Australia offer a pathway for casual employees to become permanent employees. This process is known as “casual conversion.” Here are the key points: 😉 Casual...

SJ Personnel are accredited to perform DISC assessments for individuals or in a team environment. Contact Sarah Charleston to find out more… email: sarah@sjpersonnel.com.au DISC is a behavioral assessment tool that measures an individual’s personality traits and behavior styles. It...

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Putting the Human in Human Resources: Elevating the Employee Experience In the fast-paced world of business and technology, where automation and artificial intelligence are becoming integral parts of our daily operations, it’s crucial not to lose sight of the essence...

🙋‍♂️ Should Australia embrace six weeks of annual leave? 🙋‍♀️ Could six weeks of annual leave be a better alternative to the four-day work week? The idea of increasing annual leave entitlements in Australia is gaining momentum, fueled by growing awareness of...

Maintaining work productivity while kids are on school holidays can be a challenge, but with proper planning and flexibility, you can strike a balance between work and family. Here are some tips to help you manage work during school holidays:...

Human Resources (HR) management is a vital component of any business, regardless of its size. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), effective HR management can play a critical role in achieving success. However, SMBs often face the challenge of deciding...

Some businesses do not have an established Human Resources department. That’s where we come in. In terms of being your inhouse recruitment and human resources firm that is. SJ Personnel are a missing piece in their puzzle. But WHO is...