Norwest Recruitment

07/10/2026

Leadership in local government comes with a unique set of challenges. Governance, community expectations, public scrutiny and organisational pressures can all intersect, creating complex psychosocial risks for leaders and their teams.

Join Norwest Recruitment and Mapien Workplace Strategists for our webinar on The Leadership Juggle: Managing Psychosocial Risk in Local Government on Wednesday, 21 October at 12pm.

Presented by Kelly Patterson, Psychologist at Mapien Workplace Strategists, with Kate Jessep, local government professional, former General Manager and governance specialist with 25+ years of public sector leadership experience.

Register for our online webinar here - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gE2ee0GpQKK7ZX_1f98Xhw #/registration

If you work in local government, HR, people & culture or leadership, save your spot and join the conversation.

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Interviews can be nerve-wracking, even for the most experienced professionals. Success in an interview isn’t about having perfectly polished answers, it’s about staying calm under pressure, showing who you are, and communicating your value clearly.

This 8-Point Job Interview Cheat Sheet is your quick reference guide to handling tough questions with confidence and clarity. Whether you're preparing for your first interview or your fiftieth, these practical tips will help you think on your feet and respond with purpose, and leave a lasting impression.

01/10/2026

8 YEARS WITH NORWEST RECRUITMENT!

Today we’re celebrating an incredible milestone for Ross – 8 years with Norwest Recruitment! Eight years is a huge achievement, and Ross has been such an important part of the NWR team over that time. His commitment, knowledge, reliability and genuine care for our clients and candidates have made a lasting impact on the business.

Thank you, Ross, for everything you’ve contributed over the past eight years and for being such a valued part of the NWR family. Here’s to 8 years and many more to come!

01/10/2026

A big shout to Peter - our temp of the Month! He is the person you want on your team when you need someone you can count on. He’s always willing to step up for last-minute and unexpected shifts, arrives ready to work and gets straight into the job. That kind of reliability, work ethic and commitment makes such a difference — and we’re so lucky to have Peter as part of the team. Congratulations, Peter, and thank you for always being someone we can count on!

30/09/2026

Celebrating 2 years with Norwest Recruitment! A big congratulations to our General Manager, Joel Adams, on reaching his 2-year work anniversary with the Norwest Recruitment team!

Over the past two years, Joel has brought incredible energy, leadership and commitment to the business, always keeping our people, clients and candidates at the heart of what he does. His leadership, industry knowledge and genuine passion for recruitment have made a real impact across the team.

Thank you, Joel, for everything you bring to Norwest Recruitment. We’re lucky to have you leading the team and we can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings!

23/09/2026

Recruitment has changed. Job seekers are no longer simply looking for a job description, a salary and a start date. They want to know what it is really like to work for an organisation. What is the culture like? How are people treated? Do employees have opportunities to grow? Is leadership supportive? Does the organisation genuinely live its values? This is where employer branding has become such an important part of a successful recruitment strategy.

Your employer brand is shaped by your values, culture, leadership, employee experience and the way you communicate with current and prospective employees. In a competitive talent market, it can make the difference between a great candidate applying for your role or scrolling straight past it.

Read more here https://www.norwestrecruitment.com.au/why-employer-branding-matters-more-than-ever

21/09/2026

JOB SECURITY HAS EDGED OUT SALARY… BUT IS THAT REALLY SURPRISING?

We asked: What would keep you in your current role – a higher salary or greater job security?

The results are in, and 53% chose job security, compared with 47% who said a higher salary. It’s a pretty close result, which tells us that while salary still matters, feeling secure in your role is becoming more important for many professionals.

In a changing employment market, people are looking for more than a pay packet. They want stability, career progression, flexibility, supportive leadership and a workplace where they feel valued.

What keeps someone in a role can change depending on their career stage, personal circumstances and confidence in the job market.

What would make you stay? Would you choose job security, or would a significant salary increase be enough to make you move? Tell us in the comments, we'd love to hear your perspective. Read more hiring insights here https://www.norwestrecruitment.com.au/hiring-insights