Jobseekers in driving seat as skills shortages spike

25 August 2022  

Garages looking for new staff may find that applicants have the advantage, as the number of job vacancies rise and the quantity of filled permanent roles hits the lowest point in 17 months, sector recruitment specialists Glen Callum Associates (GCA) have noted.
A recent report from KPMG indicated that recruiters are struggling to hire new staff, blaming ongoing skills shortages, among many other factors.

Glen Shepherd, Director of Glen Callum Associates, observed: “There’s certainly a tighter supply in available candidates at the moment, but lots of roles still to fill, especially in the automotive aftermarket. Recruiters and hiring companies are having to work extra hard to attract and engage with potential candidates. As a result, it’s imperative that they become specialists in candidate attraction and engagement. However, this poses a great opportunity for candidates looking to secure their next move.”

This is pushing up salaries as well, as Glen noted: “Amid the market uncertainty and with the cost-of-living crisis still on everyone’s minds, affecting whether people even look for a new role at the moment, we’re seeing companies willing to make significant investments in a bid to attract new talent.

He added: “With roles continuing to grow, now is a good time to be a jobseeker. They will benefit from working closely with specialist recruiters who understand their specific needs and can advise them of new opportunities and the options available to them.”