Recruitment specialist Hays has published its Quarterly Report – October 2011, finding that energy professionals with experience in substation design and candidates with experience in the resources industry top the list of skills in demand as job vacancies rise in many areas.

 

According to the report, vacancy activity remains strong in many sectors such as heavy industries, mining, oil & gas and mining services.

 

 “Top quality candidates are still in demand and securing jobs. Some organisations might consider reviewing their hiring needs this quarter, however those wanting to maximise growth in the near term are unlikely to alter their recruitment plans,” Grahame Doyle, Director of Hays, said.

 

“Without doubt the greatest hotspot in our market is for candidates with experience in the resources industry. This demand extends far beyond engineering talent to the whole resources chain, from exploration through to construction, fabrication and exporting. It also extends to support staff, from IT to HR and office support. 

 

The report found that substation designer engineers are experiencing strong growth in Western Australia, while Queensland is experiencing primary and secondary design engineers. South Australia is experiencing increased demand for design managers for primary and secondary substation drafters and electrical designers and electrical engineers. 

 

The full report can be found here