How to Write a Construction Job Ad
Most construction job ads get zero quality applications because they’re written badly. Here’s what actually works.
What Tradies Want to See
Pay rate (not “competitive” — give the actual number). Location (suburb, not just “Perth”). Duration (ongoing, 3 months, project-based). Hours (start time, Monday-Friday or includes weekends). What’s provided (tools, PPE, parking).
What Doesn’t Work
“Competitive rates” (tradies skip these). Long paragraphs about company values. Required cover letters (tradies don’t write them). Complex online application forms.
Or Skip the Ad Entirely
Use a recruitment agency. We have 500+ pre-screened candidates — no ad needed.
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