The Market Has Shifted, Have You? Scott opened with a clear-eyed view of the current job market. “All the heat has come out of the market,” he explained, referencing a 31% drop in recruitment difficulty reported by Jobs and Skills Australia. While roles are still available, particularly in core operational areas like maintenance and production, employers are more selective and cost-conscious than ever. “Businesses are getting leaner,” Scott said. “There are fewer luxury roles… most recruitment today is replacement recruitment, not new job creation.” This means that candidates need to be more strategic, both in how they position themselves and…