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Finding a trustworthy recruitment agency on the Sunshine Coast can be challenging. AWX brings 20 years of proven expertise to solve your hiring challenges. We have grown into a reliable partner that local businesses count on.
We have detailed experience in industries of all types - from landscaping and manufacturing to mining, civil works, food processing and construction. We understand what Sunshine Coast businesses just need for staffing. Our complete screening process and safety checks will give you qualified candidates that match your requirements perfectly. You might need temporary staff, permanent talent or specialised industry placements - we create solutions that fit your business needs.
The Sunshine Coast's businesses are dealing with staffing challenges like never before. Record low unemployment rates have created a tiny pool of qualified candidates. Local operators have cut their hours, and some restaurants even close their doors on Mondays and Tuesdays.
The Sunshine Coast Chamber Alliance points out several urgent workforce problems. Housing costs have become the biggest barrier as sky-high property prices force workers to leave the region. The unemployment rate remains at 3.6%, while job listings have dropped 14% in the last year.
Job market projections show remarkable growth. The region will just need 22,695 new workers between 2021 and 2026, which means a 12.5% jump in the labour market. Several sectors face mounting pressure:
The tourism and hospitality sector faces tough times as it can't find enough commercial cooks, chefs, and room attendants. The region's biggest employer, health and social services, doesn't deal very well with its growing need for skilled workers, and current demands are more than the available workforce. Construction companies feel the pressure too, while farms can't find and keep enough workers for their harvests.
Our results tell the real story through numbers and happy clients. We stand out among Sunshine Coast recruitment agencies with an impressive 85% success rate in candidate placements.
We excel in many industries and have placed candidates successfully in:
Our database has over 20,000 pre-screened professionals. This gives quick access to qualified candidates for temporary and permanent positions.
Our dedication to excellence shows in our industry-leading 80% referral rate. We have placed more than 5,000 candidates in companies of all sizes. These placements have built lasting partnerships with local businesses.
We have served the region for more than 25 years. This gives us exceptional insight into the Sunshine Coast's unique business world. We know the region's changing workforce needs well. Professional services have seen most important growth since 2017.
Our complete screening process and industry knowledge help us match candidates that fit both technical needs and company culture perfectly. We take pride in our detailed database of pre-screened candidates. They hold specialised certifications, including high-risk work licences, trade qualifications, and safety certifications.
The return on investment goes beyond immediate cost savings. The largest longitudinal study shows replacing an employee costs up to 1.5 times their annual salary. This makes quality recruitment a vital part of business success. Our service brings measurable value through:
ROI calculations should include both tangible and intangible benefits. Our recruitment solutions let you scale your workforce needs. This reduces risks tied to long-term commitments. The approach works well during economic uncertainties or seasonal peaks.
Our expertise in the Sunshine Coast market gives you access to qualified candidates in a variety of salary ranges. Basic labourers typically earn between AUD 38.22 and AUD 61.16 per hour. Specialist workers earn more than AUD 107.03 hourly. This makes our fixed-rate structure ideal for businesses looking for skilled professionals.
Expert industry knowledge leads to better recruitment results in the Sunshine Coast's business world of all sizes. We use our sector-specific expertise to match talent accurately in major industries.
The construction sector needs workers with specific certifications and experience. We keep a complete database of pre-screened candidates who have essential qualifications. Our construction recruitment solutions include:
The Sunshine Coast's manufacturing sector has 1,400 businesses that generate over AUD 1,376 million in annual exports. These operations provide more than 8,000 skilled jobs in the region. Our manufacturing recruitment expertise covers food processing, steel works, and automotive industries.
The manufacturing sector looks for varied talent. We connect businesses with specialists in:
Design and engineering roles Precision machining positions Automation and industrial technology experts Electronics and software development professionals
Our approach stays consistent in any discipline - we match qualified candidates with specific industry requirements and ensure compliance with safety regulations and certification standards. Our extensive networks and thorough screening processes help us deliver talent solutions that match well with each sector's unique needs.
Sunshine Coast businesses don't deal very well with hiring talent in many sectors. Our unique experience spans two decades with an 85% placement success rate that shows we know how to meet these evolving workforce needs.
We take pride in offering affordable recruitment solutions that help businesses save up to 50% compared to traditional agencies. Our fixed-rate structure and full picture of pre-screened candidates from our extensive database ensures reliable placements in hospitality, construction, and manufacturing.
The core team's local market expertise makes us different from other recruitment agencies. Businesses that partner with us gain from our deep understanding of regional employment trends and industry requirements. Our 80% referral rate and successful placement of over 5,000 candidates prove our excellence.
A recruitment partner must deliver results. Our all-encompassing approach tackles both immediate staffing needs and long-term workforce planning to propel development for Sunshine Coast businesses. Qualified candidates, clear pricing, and dedicated industry expertise have made us a trusted recruitment partner in the region.
