{"id":1426,"date":"2024-09-02T00:51:17","date_gmt":"2024-09-02T00:51:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one-staff.ap.applyflow.com\/how-to-keep-good-staff\/"},"modified":"2025-02-10T14:33:56","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T14:33:56","slug":"how-to-keep-good-staff","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onestaff.co.nz\/how-to-keep-good-staff\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Good Staff"},"content":{"rendered":"

Losing your best employees can be tough. Not only can their resignations damage your ongoing projects and cost your business money, but the departure of great team members can also cause additional work and stress for your existing workforce. Here are a few tips on how to keep good employees from leaving and minimise disruptions to your projects due to staff turnover.<\/p>\n

Improve Communication with Onsite Workers<\/h2>\n

Poor communication between head office and onsite workers is often a roadblock that stands in the way of great employee engagement. Most people want to be kept up-to-date on what\u2019s going on within the company they work for. To remove this roadblock, managers should give everyone the opportunity to keep up with the latest company developments and news so that they\u2019re more involved in their business\u2019s future. One example would be to use email newsletters to keep people updated on notable events and achievements.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to note that great communication is a two-way street. So, managers need to ensure they\u2019re having regular and open conversations with their employees. Toolbox talks are an excellent way to ensure your onsite workers understand how to keep the workplace safe, but these regular meetings can also be used to listen to employees\u2019 concerns and feedback that go beyond just health and safety.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not always easy for employees to give honest feedback directly to their manager, so be sure to also give the option to provide feedback anonymously through surveys.<\/p>\n

Provide Safe and Comfortable Working Conditions<\/h2>\n

Providing a safe working environment is mandatory, but it also plays a key role in how comfortable employees feel on the job. Unsafe workplaces with sloppy procedures or poor safety cultures can quickly drive away skilled and experienced workers.<\/p>\n

Comfortable workers are more likely to stay productive, so it\u2019s worthwhile finding ways to make on-site areas more accommodating. For example, this could involve installing shade areas for the summer months and a heated area for the colder months.<\/p>\n

For more advice on this topic,\u00a0check out our blog<\/a>\u00a0on how to create a positive and supportive workplace for everyone.<\/p>\n

Show Interest in Their Career Development<\/h2>\n

Even if you provide great working conditions, if you don\u2019t support your employees\u2019 career development, it won\u2019t be long until your best people are back in the market for a new job.<\/p>\n

To avoid this, sit down with your employees and find out where they want to take their careers. Then, put measures in place that enable your workforce to acquire the skills, qualifications and licences they need to move forward.<\/p>\n

At the same time, make sure your employees are aware of any internal promotions that could help them achieve their career goals. If you show your workers that you\u2019re as invested in their career development as they are, they\u2019ll be far more likely to invest their futures in your business. It makes good business sense to promote your best performers anyway!<\/p>\n

Offer Competitive Salaries and Pay Rates<\/h2>\n

If you are doing all the right things as an employer but your business is paying employees below market rates, you\u2019re likely to undo most of that hard work.<\/p>\n

Paying someone below their market value sends the message that employees\u2019 work is undervalued \u2013 and is often the key factor in employee retention. If you\u2019re noticing an increase in staff turnover, it\u2019s always worthwhile conducting pay reviews to address these issues.<\/p>\n

If you need help with discovering what the average market rate is for certain job roles, get in touch with one of our consultants. Speaking to a construction recruitment specialist gives you access to up-to-date information on rates and salaries from across the whole industry in New Zealand, helping you make informed decisions.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Forget About Your Temporary Workforce<\/h2>\n

If you have great workers, the best way to keep them is to keep them working \u2013 extend their assignment or consider a more permanent arrangement.<\/p>\n

Great people don\u2019t sit around waiting for their next role, they\u2019re in high demand and your temporary staff are no exception. If they\u2019ve finished one assignment within your business, think ahead \u2013 do you have anyone else going on leave, or any other projects coming up that may require temporary support?<\/p>\n

Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n

Employers have a range of levers they can pull to retain their best employees. The key is to be observant and get feedback from employees to uncover issues before they become problems.<\/p>\n

By understanding employees\u2019 needs and concerns, you can address them quickly, demonstrating that you value your workforce and are committed to their well-being and satisfaction.<\/p>\n

Get Help with Construction Recruitment<\/h2>\n

Need more advice on how to keep good staff, or need help with building your team? Contact<\/a> the Construction recruitment experts at OneStaff today. With branches across New Zealand, we can connect you with skilled professionals for labour hire and permanent positions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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