Simon Martin

DDD Melbourne's agenda voting opens on November 8. Anyone can take part in the voting process (though your vote counts for more if you're a ticket holder!) How does it work? Read on to find out! #DDDMelb #agenda #voting #techcommunity

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I'm looking forward to joining my fellow panelists in Newcastle to discuss innovative recruitment strategies for businesses. With a focus on non-traditional hiring approaches, we'll explore alternative avenues to help companies bridge the talent gap. Additionally, my colleague Damien Power will be sharing insights on emerging employment issues and the latest compliance strategies that businesses need to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape. We've noticed a consistent trend: a shortage of skills across various sectors in Australia. This presents a great opportunity for companies to consider offshore recruitment to access a broader talent pool. There are numerous pathways to employ skilled foreign workers, providing businesses with new ways to meet their hiring needs. If you’re interested in learning more and networking with industry experts, don’t forget to register below! #mapien #workplacestrategy #skilledforeignworkers #sponsorship

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💫 Join us for the final React Meetup of the year as we celebrate an incredible year with the React community! 🎉 For our final one, we’re teaming up with Melbourne JS to bring you the best of both worlds - awesome talks, interesting speakers, and the best crowd guaranteed 😉. Don’t miss out, see you there! 🚀 Line up: 🔴 The Wrong Licence! Tyson Clugg 🔴 The UI component library iceberg Kritiketan Sharma 🔴 React Query in Practice Long Tran 📅 RSVP now on the Melbourne React Meetup page to save your spot - we can’t wait to see you here! 🤩 #TeamKogan #ReactJS #MelbJS

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Calling all innovators! Let’s create impact with software projects in May & June 🚀 Don’t miss out on this opportunity: JAC’s Adelaide-based software engineering team has capacity to take on a couple more projects before EOFY! If you're looking for a software company which delivers on its promises, helping you drive significant changes and see remarkable results in your organisation, it's time to team up with us. Our expertise in software development, digital transformation and automation makes us the ideal partner for your next strategic project. We perform full lifecycle project delivery, team augmentation, and strategic planning, and quality assurance roles. Check out our website for some case studies in the following areas: ✅ Healthcare Service Delivery: Our work ranges from national health system rollouts to developing cutting-edge consumer health products. We’re committed to enhancing health services and promoting healthier lifestyles. Partner with us to revolutionise healthcare delivery. ✅ Consumer Product Retail: Leveraging the latest technology and user experience insights, JAC delivers captivating and high-converting consumer experiences. Whether you're an electronics retailer or a luxury goods powerhouse, we’re your gateway to the next level of retail success. ✅ Insurance and Finance: In a world full of surprises, JAC provides robust tech solutions that help insurers and fintech companies thrive. Our innovative approaches pool resources effectively to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. Are you ready to make an impact? Let’s discuss how we can bring your project to life. Get in touch with one of our experts: https://buff.ly/3Sqp0Sm #softwareengineering #retail #healthcare

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Are you tired of juggling multiple platforms and drowning in admin? 🤔 Mercury recently partnered with the RCSA Australia and New Zealand to talk about how Mercury can streamline and simplify your recruitment process, making it faster and more efficient. 🚀 Joel Hynes from Mercury said, "Mercury doesn’t just integrate with your Microsoft tools, it transforms them into a powerful ATS. Whether you’re capturing information, chatting through Teams, or tracking candidate progress, it all happens in one place, allowing you to focus on the bigger picture.” Click here to read the full article - https://okt.to/RjFg5S #rcsa #WeAreMercury #acceleratedrecruitment

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With AI in recruitment being a huge topic among our Members at the moment and a key part of our upcoming Conference, Emerge 2024, we thought it was fitting to share a blog post from our Affiliate Partner; TargetRecruit AU. - The Role of AI Frameworks in Enhancing Recruiting Software. 💻 Today’s recruiters understand the significance of leveraging state-of-the-art solutions to keep ahead of the curve, and the integration of Advanced AI frameworks into recruiting software is no exception. Read Target Recruit's blog to find out more on understanding AI in recruitment software, AI tools for customisation, driving innovation with AI-generated text suggestions, and harnessing the AI integration framework. The full article can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ekHeCSkg

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Most tech recruiters don’t know a thing about web development. At TechTalent, we’re different. We’re ex-developers who’ve been in the trenches, and now we help Australian businesses hire top-tier web developers across the country. So ask yourself—do you want to trust your hiring to someone chasing a quick commission, or to experts who actually know the industry inside out? The choice is clear: TechTalent.

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Does the thought of performance reviews fill you with dread? You’re not alone—most of us feel that way! Managers, engineers, and HR teams often scramble to meet deadlines, but in the rush, something crucial gets lost: real growth opportunities for both engineers and organizations. Our amazing CTO, Susan Brander, will be delivering a talk that addresses this head-on. She’ll be showing how to turn performance reviews from a last-minute nag fest into a powerful tool for continuous skill development, all while aligning with your strategic goals. What if your team was regularly working on skills that directly supported your business objectives? With a few simple habits, clear communication, and the right cadence, it’s more achievable than you think! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g5dtvywU #YOWTLS2024 #TechLeadership #PerformanceReviews #SkillsDevelopment #TechInnovation #CareerGrowth #KaleidaSkills #LeadershipSummit #Kaleida #TeamKaleida

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Our Hays IT Contractor Rates Guide FY24/25 is OUT NOW! 🔥 Discover the daily rates for over 50 IT contractor roles and find out: 💡 Where rates have skyrocketed over the last year 🌍 How rates vary by region across Australia and New Zealand

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When is Reema Thomas back? That's the common question candidates ask when Reema is on leave and I'm covering for her. It's a testament to the strong ties she has to her community in the QA world and the value she brings. I suspect that's why she is one of our best recruiters. And it's why I feel confident in saying she has put together an awesome QA meetup. If you want to lift the lid on what hiring leaders are looking for. Whats helping QA's like you secure roles at good firms. Or want to learn about the QA role has to play in current best practices around extreme programming, CI/CD and DevOps. Then you want to sign up for this one. Hurry, there's limited space.

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Kara Smith provided the IT Brief with insights into what current trends we are seeing in the IT recruitment sector. We are seeing some positive signs, but the sector has a way to go yet. You can read the full article below and I would love to hear your thoughts. https://lnkd.in/g5Zu4jrx

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Skills-based hiring is increasingly being adopted by AU 🦘 businesses (circa 90% takeup rate depending on source) but current recruitment methods (job board/CV focus) aren't supporting this. We need a shift towards marketplace style hiring focused on hard and soft skills rather than the current title/tenure/degree lens. Interesting to note, candidate preference for skills-based hiring (whilst high), trails the business takeup rate - no doubt a result of candidates still feeling defined by title/tenure/degree in the current recruitment landscape.

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A complicated manual bookings system was wasting valuable time and creating frustration for the team at Latrobe Council. Adopting a Datascape platform has helped streamline services and reduce admin, enabling the team to better manage bookings and serve the community. Read how the upgrade has lowered request handling time from three-quarters of an hour to just two minutes: https://lnkd.in/g-AuUn6t #LatrobeCouncil #LocalCouncil #LocalGovernment #Datascape

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We sat down with Mark Edwards - Principal, Partner Technical Architect  (ITSM) APAC at Atlassian to hear 👂 what he’s most excited about that’s coming in JSM 🛠️ including some enhancements as a result of Atlassian's acquisition of AirTrack Software. Check out the full video here 👇 : https://bit.ly/4dvQhf1 #glintech #atlassian #atlassianai

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Hiring freezes, constrained budgets, and global talent shifts are impacting business across New Zealand… @Talent is releasing a comprehensive guide with key strategies and considerations to help leaders navigate an uncertain market. 🧭 Coming soon. Please email me to secure your copy [email protected] #newzealand #businessleaders #keystrategies #NZeconomy

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In my years as an HR leader, I often found myself searching for comprehensive HR tech solutions without much success. Now, as a tech founder, I understand the value of these tools even more, and thanks to Kathleen Webber + Jonathan Morgan now you can! 👏 👇 It's an epic way to compare platforms too, so you can see what you have/what your gaps are. Specific to NZ HR people - the thing to remember as well - is often software built in NZ is literally for you, I've spoken to over 300 Companies about software in the last year and a lot of the frustration is due to a misunderstanding of the nuance you experience in your roles. This now makes it easier for people leaders to plan for the future of work 👏 #HRtech #recruitment #futureofwork #strategy #prepare

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Interesting numbers. This article reinforces the need for strong onboarding processes, no matter the size of the organisation or the immediate team. #balancerecruitment #ITrecruitment #Techrecruitment #onboarding https://lnkd.in/gPAF4Atf

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🎙 EPISODE 3 - Leading at the Intersection of People and Technology: with the amazing Kavita Kerwar 🎙 Get ready to kickstart your weekend with a dose of motivation! This week on Her Tech Circle The Podcast, the incredible Kavita Kerwar, Principal Consultant at DiUS, talks to Bec O'Brien and shares her remarkable journey, expert insights, and passion for problem-solving. Here are our top takeaways: ⭐ Problem-solving is the superpower you never knew you needed ⭐Empathy is the secret sauce to navigating tough conversations ⭐Stay curious, adapt, and thrive in the AI revolution ⭐Own your value and shout it from the rooftops (especially during performance reviews) Kavita's story from intern to principal consultant, is filled with valuable lessons we just loved like: 💜 How to have tough conversations with heart and transparency 💜 Breaking into AI and data science (no overwhelm allowed) 💜 The power of networking and genuine connections 💜 Embracing success and celebrating your wins Resources & Links: Listen to her episode here: https://lnkd.in/gh7gjppq Out For Australia: Learn more about this non-profit supporting LGBTQIA+ professionals through mentoring and community building .https://lnkd.in/gJ6rTVD Recommended Reads: Sign up for quick, informative newsletters like Tech Brew to stay updated on the latest in tech and innovation. #HerTechCircle #WomenInTech #Leadership #AI #Innovation #DiversityAndInclusion #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

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