Despite Difficult Economic Conditions the Outlook for Industrial and Technical Roles is Strong
RSS FeedFrom Graham Rowan, Select Appointments
February 4, 2009
It's an unfashionable thing to say these days, but many Scottish businesses are thriving.
Demand for a range of industrial and technical skills remains strong - from Facilities Management to Property Maintenance; from Process Managers to Business Improvement and from CNC Programmers to Machine Operators.
Trading conditions may be difficult in general terms but many companies still require skilled people to identify new markets, develop new products, and drive more cost effective processes.
It's also essential for industrial and technical companies to extract the maximum value from all materials, leading to stronger focus on quality management and honing the skills of individuals to reduce wastage and increase production within tighter manufacturing limits.
Companies are reviewing many of their processes using a range of techniques from Six Sigma to Kaizen; others are developing internal methods to promote greater effectiveness and efficiency. Standardisation of products and services will reduce variation and error whilst promoting acquisition of broader skill sets and less reliance on historical, dying skills and single points of failure.
There is a broader range of options available to those acquiring industrial and technical skills and those facing redundancy at a current employer will increasingly find existing skills in demand to train others and keep production at high levels.
Scotland also has a thriving logistics market, with key distribution centres across the country. Many successful operators started as family businesses and have grown to considerable size.
These businesses now need to consider different recruitment methods as word of mouth cannot keep up with the needs of a larger scale, diversified business.
Increasing numbers will look to secure the best candidates through a top quality recruitment consultancy. The sourcing, screening and management benefits are considerable for the company but just as important are the advice and guidance given to candidates on where their skills and experience will be used to best effect.
The right advice on where to apply, how to present and succeed at different styles of interview, and how to increase your chances of making the right career move are invaluable. Candidates supported in this way are at a material advantage in comparison to those applying directly under their own steam.
So, whether you're a company looking for the people to drive tomorrow's success or an individual looking for the right opportunity to show what you are capable of in an environment that lets you flourish, the Recruitment Agency Network (RAN) is here to work with you to deliver that next step - whatever the media headlines.
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