Welcome to Ally Jones!
She’s only one week in, but Ally is already bringing serious insight and energy to her new role as a recruiter at Key Skills. With firsthand experience on building sites and an instinct for people, she’s set to make waves. Read her thoughts after week one at Key Skills.
What did day one look like for you?
We got set up, were shown the ropes, met the team, and experienced a typical workday, which also included a few not-so-typical curveballs.
What surprised you the most after your first week as a recruiter?
How quickly things can ebb and flow. One moment it’s quiet and manageable, the next it’s full-on. It’s preparing me well for what’s ahead.
How has your family background in construction helped you with the work?
I’ve spent time working on building sites and learning how to work alongside tradies. That background helps me match people with the right sites and teams.
What was the best thing that happened this week?
Getting out of the office for site visits—meeting clients and candidates in person to start building those relationships early.
What’s something you’ve already learned that will stick with you?
Josh told me, “Don’t worry about the little mistakes in the beginning—it’s about time in the saddle. Pick your battles and keep pushing. Face challenges head-on, ask questions, and take every moment as a learning opportunity.” That really landed with me.
What are you excited to get better at?
Sharpening my people skills and getting more confident thinking on my feet when things don’t go to plan.
Any stand-out advice you’ve been given already?
Just get stuck in. Learn by doing, and lean on the support of the team—that’s what they’re here for.
How would you describe Key Skills to your friends and family?
A fantastic team environment that operates to a consistently high standard, backing each other and the wider workforce every step of the way.
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