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5 March 2022 · 3 min read

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Insights Manufacturing Maintenance Shutdown Resourcing: Plan, Mobilise, Execute Safely

7 May 2026

Maintenance shutdowns put labour planning under pressure because demand is concentrated, time-bound and safety-critical. Resourcing errors do not just slow... More

Insights Workforce Forecasting 101: Leading Indicators + Practical Models for Ops

5 May 2026

Workforce forecasting is most useful when it helps operations act earlier. By the time vacancy counts spike, the leading indicators... More

Insights Peak Season Warehouse Staffing Plan: Forecast, Recruit, Train, Retain

30 April 2026

Peak season warehouse staffing succeeds when employers plan capacity before demand spikes, not after service levels start slipping. Recruitment alone... More

Insights Blue-Collar Retention Playbook: 10 Levers to Reduce Turnover in 90 Days

28 April 2026

Retention problems in blue-collar environments are rarely solved by one lever alone. Turnover usually comes from the combined effect of... More

Insights Supplier Panel RFP Template (Labour Hire): Questions, Weighting + Due Diligence

23 April 2026

A labour hire panel RFP should do more than collect supplier marketing claims. It should help employers compare providers against... More

Insights Contractor Onboarding Checklist (Labour Hire): Right to Work, Tickets, Inductions

21 April 2026

Contractor onboarding is where many labour hire programs either become controlled or become chaotic. Delays, missing evidence and inconsistent inductions... More

Insights Contingent Workforce KPIs: A Practical Dashboard for Procurement + Ops

16 April 2026

Most contingent workforce dashboards fail for one reason: they track too much data and too little meaning. A useful dashboard... More

Insights Same Job, Same Pay (Labour Hire): What It Means for Employers + Procurement

14 April 2026

Same Job, Same Pay has become a major planning issue for employers using labour hire in certain circumstances. The operational... More

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Programmed Skilled Workforce support businesses across Australia?

Founded in 1951, Programmed operates across more than 60 regional and metro branches nationwide. We recruit, deploy, manage, and train over 15,000 workers weekly across industrial, trades, transport, logistics, manufacturing, and resources sectors.
I’m looking for work. How do I apply with Programmed?

You can search and apply directly for casual, contract, and permanent positions on our Job Search portal. Registering and finding work through Programmed is completely free for all job seekers.
What is the difference between Programmed Skilled Workforce and Programmed’s maintenance services?

Programmed Skilled Workforce specialises in staffing, labour hire, executive recruitment (PERSOL), and registered training (RTO/GTO). Commercial facility and property maintenance is handled separately by Programmed’s maintenance division.
Is Programmed part of the PERSOL Group?

Yes. Programmed is part of the PERSOL Group, one of the largest workforce solutions groups in the Asia-Pacific region, combining deep local community presence across Australia with global recruitment reach.