It’s becoming more apparent that Schlam Cru continues to surge forward with unstoppable momentum, introducing a barrage of new initiatives in recent times. Among these new developments, the launch of Schlam Cru’s expansion into other commodity markets marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey. With a proven track record of excellence in mechanical operations
As Schlam celebrates the addition of their 500th team member, they mark a significant milestone in their journey. This achievement not only showcases Schlam’s growth as a prominent employer but also highlights their steadfast dedication to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for individuals to thrive. From the outset, Schlam has prioritised the cultivation of a
In today’s fiercely competitive business world, none more so than the mining industry, the ability to attract and retain top talent is paramount for achieving success. We know that when individuals feel valued and respected in their workplace, they are more inclined to work together towards shared objectives, elevating morale and overall performance. That is
Schlam has been awarded the prestigious Western Australian Employer of the Year at the RISE Business Awards hosted by BUSINESS NEWS. The RISE Business Awards, held at Crown Perth on December 1, recognise businesses for their Resourcefulness, Imagination, Sustainability, and Excellence (RISE). They are among the most prestigious awards available to businesses in Western Australia. The Employer of
The MACA CANCER 200 RIDE FOR RESEARCH took place on 15th and 16th October 2022, with six of Schlam’s dedicated cycling enthusiast’s taking on the challenge. Given how incredible this cause is, how could we not snap up the opportunity to talk about it some more? For most, this ride would be incredibly daunting, riding 200kms would
In our recent Employee Engagement survey, 81% of employees believe Schlam fosters a workplace where they can be themselves at work without fear. Positive workplace culture attracts talent, drives engagement, impacts happiness and satisfaction, and affects performance. This begs the question, what does a good workplace culture actually look like? We sat down with our
In the mining industry, you’d often see news stories that hero the materials and machinery or the capabilities of each product. Whether it’s the strength, durability or load capacity, or even the people who maintain these precious machines on site whilst they work. But what you don’t often read about is the people who build
In recent years, there has been an undeniable demand for more diversity across industries. So how has this impacted the mining industry, a field which has traditionally been very male-dominated? It’s not surprising, given that up until as recently as 1986, Western Australian mine owners faced hefty fines for allowing women to work underground. Absurd
Any person, any company, or any leadership team should know who they are, where they want to be and how to get there. It is not a secret that every business needs money to operate. Whether you are running a service-based or product-based business, you’ll need capital if you want to make a profit. However
With close to 30,000 different career pathways available to students in Australia, our world-class mining industry needs to remain ahead of the game, when it comes to attracting new recruits and showcasing the gold mine of opportunity within our sector. Whilst an attractive salary and benefits are at the top of the list for most
He may be relatively new to Schlam, but Brad isn’t new to the mining industry. In fact, his extensive career in fixed plant and underground mining has now led him to open cut experience for larger Tier 1 miners with Schlam. This month, Brad has just completed our Trade-Up Program to enhance his future career
With many Australian industries facing a skills shortage and migration levels still low after the Australian border reopening, how can employers manage their workforce planning? Schlam has decided to tackle both these hurdles by opening up opportunities for skilled migrants to join their rapidly growing workforce. Meet Wilmer and Kenneth, originally from the Philippines. They are
In complex work environments where thousands of decisions are made daily, where risk feels high and variables seem endless, trust is the only antidote to keep things moving. Nathan Seivwright, a Fabrication Supervisor for Schlam, has this quality in bucket loads. Sadly however, Nathan is moving on after six years with the company and this
Last week, Schlam People Solutions launched its newest employee referral program, PayTopper. PayTopper is designed to reward Schlam employees for helping source suitable and highly skilled candidates to join the team. In an effort to drive the engagement of high quality, long term and talented employees to Schlam People Solutions, the initiative has been rolled
There is no secret that the mining industry is experiencing a considerable skills shortage, and unsurprisingly, industry leaders are concerned. To tackle the ever-increasing demand for skilled labour, Schlam’s approach to addressing this shortage is to encourage more people to consider the benefits of an apprenticeship as a route to a long-term career. Schlam People Solutions
In late 2021, Montana Look successfully completed her Diploma of Leadership and Management. The diploma is the second traineeship that Montana has completed in three years with SCHLAM after finishing her Cert III in Business Administration in 2019 at the company’s Waroona facility. While the training took up a significant chunk of time, Montana says it flew
There are many benefits that you can get from supporting a social cause as a business. In an article in the Jounal of Development Studies, a study found that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is linked to workforce efficiency, wellbeing, and togetherness. Our newest recruit, Kylie Muriale, knows a thing or two about getting behind worthy
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