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CEO’s REPORT Steve Granland In this issue of the RCSA Journal we are looking at the people aspect of our conference theme, Recruitment at the Speed of Tomorrow. Steve Shepherd looks at the Ciett report Adapting to Change and there is a thought-provoking Discussion Paper on flexible agency work. By the time this issue of the RCSA Journal hits the desks of RCSA members we will be into a new financial year. The first half of 2012 has certainly proved to be an interesting journey with global economic challenges continuing to test us all and the Australian political scene adding to a general lack of business confidence which has a flow-on effect for our industry. Over the first half of 2012 I have had many conversations with members who have indicated some clients have held off on hiring decisions until such time as they have a level of confidence around the global economy and domestic politics. At the time of writing, the global economic powerhouses are meeting again to look for solutions to the Euro crisis and the Australian political scene was muddling through yet another challenge – hopefully by the time this hits your desk we have moved on both globally and domestically as we did in 1998. Recently I was reviewing some old RCSA Journal publications and came across the first issue of the Recruitment Journal from May 1998. In this Journal there was a feature article in which RCSA Board members at the time were asked three questions: What do you think are the market trends shaping the industry How do you think the Asian Economic Crisis will hit Australia and New Zealand and What factors will shape the industry in 1998 It is very interesting to look back on their responses and see that things haven’t really changed. Many respondents noted the increasing trend towards contracting and agency work to create more efficient workforces with the associated need to increase focus on OH&S. While the Asian Economic Crisis was seen as potentially eroding business confidence and therefore affecting hiring decisions, it was also noted that it may have released skilled labour to assist in offsetting the skills shortage in Australia. The explosion in technology was noted by most as likely to have a significant impact on how the business operated. Fifteen years ago we faced circumstances and challenges which, although different, are not dissimilar to those we face today. Our industry not only survived, it prospered by quickly and efficiently adapting to business needs. In 1997, in Australia our industry generated approximately $5 billion in revenue; today in Australia our industry generates approximately $19 billion. This is not only solid growth, but represents an important and significant part of the economy. Featured in this issue of the RCSA Journal are the RCSA Awards and Gala Ball. I was very proud to be part of the Awards night held on 10 May in Melbourne. This event has quickly cemented itself as the industry “night of nights” – not to be missed. This year we had another record attendance and everyone had a fantastic night! I would like to publicly acknowledge the hard work of the judges and thank all the applicants for ensuring the judges had a very difficult task by providing the highest quality entries. Congratulations to the 2012 winners including Sean Blanche MRCSA, winner of the Young Recruitment Professional Award; Skilled Group, winner of the McLean Award for Workplace Safety; Beaumont Consulting, winner of the new Corporate Social Responsibility Award; and Robert Blanche FRCSA (Life), winner of the Outstanding Contribution Award. I would also like to congratulate Peter Gleeson FRCSA (Life), Executive General Manager Recruitment at Chandler Macleod who was inducted as a RSCA Life Member. A warm welcome to Peter – I look forward to his continuing contribution for many years to come. In closing, I would like to remind all readers that the theme for this year’s conference is Recruitment at the Speed of Tomorrow. The conference will run from 29-31 August at the Sofitel in Fiji. Last year was a great success and the line-up of speakers for 2012 is looking very impressive. Based on registrations we have received to date (running ahead of last year) I urge you to book early to avoid disappointment. Steve Granland RCSA CEO, Australia and New Zealand The first half of 2012 has certainly proved to be an interesting journey with global economic challenges continuing to test us all and the Australian political scene adding to a general lack of business confidence which has a flow-on effect for our industry. 6 RCSA JOURNAL
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