Itchy tips

In this article, we'll explore the importance of setting professional goals and offer tips on how to set and achieve your goals in the new year.

If you're getting itchy feet and thinking of diving into the recruitment market, has anyone given you advice on the best time of year to apply?

The biggest reason you’re missing out on a Driller’s Offsider job isn’t your skills; it’s your CV. Here's what you can do to improve.

We won’t lie, drilling is a bloody hard job physically, but the rewards are definitely serious. Before you rush headlong into it, here are eight things you need to ask yourself.

In my mind, sending a cover letter without a resume is like making a phone call without saying “Hello” to open the conversation.

Asking for a pay rise can be daunting, but let's rip the band-aid off!

Here are a few tips which, in our opinion, will get you to the top of the pile.

People who call (and impress us) tend to get interviews. We know it can be a bit nerve-wracking to pick up the phone, so in case you’re not sure of what to say, here is a quick guide to preparing for a call.

Let me explain why you should avoid using AI to write your cover letter and how it could potentially harm your chances of getting the job.

They say it takes seven seconds to make a first impression. Sometimes, it's less...

So, you've just landed your first corporate job (congratulations), but now you're looking at your wardrobe, wondering, "What on earth should I wear on my first day?" Knowing what to wear will help you feel more comfortable when you arrive at work on day one. You want to make a good impression, right? 9 times out of 10, you will have had an office tour, meeting everyone from the Receptionist to the Executives and like most people starting a new job, you are probably feeling qu

With more jobs than people in the market, candidates realise they have more opportunities than ever. Great news, right? Once upon a time, people would have been content with their local, 9-to-5 job paying minimum wage, but that is no longer the case. There are more opportunities, and better-paying roles are more accessible now. So how do you get into one of them? And what does the career progression look like? The reason Drillers Offsiding is appealing to many candidates is t

I know what you’re thinking. Unemployment is at an all-time low, there are tonnes of positions on offer at the moment and competition is thin on the ground, is taking the extra steps really necessary when the “crowd” isn't really much of a crowd? The short answer? Yes. The long answer? Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeessssssssss. Generally speaking, there will always be more applicants than positions available, so you will always be competing against someone. More and more clients are comin

So, you’ve received multiple job offers, all at once. In a candidate tight market, this is becoming a regular occurrence. Whilst this can be a flattering position to be in, it can also be an overwhelming choice. Here are a few questions to ask yourself, that might just help lead you to your happy ever after. WORKING 9 -5 LIKE DOLLY First, you’ll be working in this job day-in, day-out, so try not to be influenced solely by the salary package on offer. You need to ask, what are

We know that no one enjoys the tedious task of writing and tweaking their resume. Thankfully, Itch is here to help! Specifically, for those looking to start or further their career within the Drilling industry. Here are some tips on how to make your resume more succinct and cut down on the dreaded jargon (trust me, recruiters everywhere will be rejoicing!). If you needed to hear it from the horse’s mouth, then *neigh* this is what we’re looking for *neigh* We don’t want to gh

Most working parents know the balance of work/home life is extremely hard to manage. You want to get back into the workforce after being a stay at home parent to interact with your colleagues, be engaged and have a purpose, feel like you are achieving something and start contributing again to the family income. The morning routine of getting your kids out of bed, making their lunch, ensuring they have enough breakfast before going to school, getting dressed, brushing their t

There are many reasons why you might choose to look for another job, but you need to consider why it is you want to leave your current employer. Is the grass greener or is the root cause something which you can control but don’t have the confidence to tackle the issue head-on? It’s the money Very few people are comfortable talking about money, especially when it comes to their worth. This however is a conversation that can be had positively and might make the decision to stay