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The real cost of a hiring mistake (and how to avoid one)
A wrong hire doesn’t just cost time, it can throw off a whole site. From delays and rework to team morale, we break down why getting it right matters, and how to spot red flags early.
Keeping it moving in winter
Cold mornings can slow everything down — including you. This post shares smart, simple ways tradies can loosen up, stay mobile, and avoid winter injuries with just a few minutes of movement before the tools come out.
First week at Key Skills: lessons from Ally Jones!
A week in, and already out on site - Ally Jones reflects on early lessons in recruitment and why she's feeling right at home at Key Skills.
Keeping your site safe – what needs to change?
Health and safety isn’t just about compliance — it’s about culture. Key Skills shares how psychological safety, regular check-ins, and honest conversations can help sites uncover risks before they turn into injuries, and why staying connected to your workforce matters more than ever.
The return of the retreaders – Should you rehire a former employee?
More employers are welcoming back former staff — but is it a smart move or a red flag? Beccy Lane, co-founder of Key Skills, shares what she’s learned from years of hiring in construction and manufacturing: a returning employee can be a brilliant rehire, but only if you’ve addressed the reasons they left in the first place.
AI in recruitment – overhyped or game changer?
Can AI help with recruitment? Sure, but it’s no replacement for 23 years on the job. Key Skills’ Josh Galuszka shares how he uses AI in construction hiring, what it’s good for, and why experience still makes the final call.