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Author Simone Dand is the Training and Recruitment Coordinator for the RMA Network, representing independent stock and station agents and agricultural service providers. Simone’s wealth of experience specific to applications, resumes and interviews provides potential job seekers with some valuable tips to help with creating a successful application.

 

 

 

 

APPLYING for a job is a big decision. Or at least it should be. Don’t apply for something unless you are genuinely interested in the position, and in the business/employer – otherwise you are wasting everyone’s time.

Consider the following::

Do I want to work for this company/person? It can be very difficult to do a job well and maintain your wellbeing if you don’t like who you are working for.

Do I know what the job is? When recruiting for stock agents I often heard responses like “I like working with animals” as a reason for applying – this shows a misunderstanding of what the job entails, as does “I’m looking for a 9-5 job” for a business or industry that operates well outside of these hours.

Employers can receive hundreds of applications for only a small number of available positions.

If you are serious about wanting to progress to the next stage of the process, your cover letter needs to attract the attention of the recruiter. Research shows that you have 17 seconds to catch the resume reader’s eye. Your first paragraph needs to articulate:

• Why you are suited to the role
• What your skill sets are – and how they relate to the advertised position
• How employing you will benefit the business

You should write a new cover letter for each job you apply for. Sometimes it might be only a couple of minor changes such as the date, but tailor the letter to the position.

Follow any specific instructions in the job ad such as who to address the application to and the job title. Many employers will advertise multiple vacancies at one time and they need to know which one you’re applying for.

Resumes

Resumes document experience, work history, qualifications, education and other information about you. These should be listed in reverse chronological order, listing your most recent jobs etc first.

Include a brief description of the duties and responsibilities involved in each prior position, as well as any significant accomplishments or key achievements.

Many young job-seekers have not had a lot of previous jobs to list on a resume. If this is the case, do not discount the value of any unpaid work experience, community involvement or extra-curricular activities which can demonstrate attributes such as teamwork, leadership, commitment, and achievement.

Sporting experience can also highlight this.  A note on referees – it is essential that you ask someone if they are happy to act as a referee before listing them on your resume.

A number of businesses use automated systems to capture applications. If this is the case, ensure you fill in all details as directed – many of these programs will filter out incomplete applications and you will not progress.

Check your contact details are correct and answer each call you receive from the moment you apply as if it is your potential employer.

Be honest in your cover letter/resume – don’t include any experience, skills, or qualifications you don’t actually have.

Proof read your cover letter and your resume. Nothing frustrated me more when reading an application from someone with “great attention to detail” and seeing obvious errors such as forgetting to change the date or job title on a cover letter.

Proof reading is also important if you are using any AI programs such as ChatGPT to help you with an application. These can be useful tools, but make sure you read it through and that it truly reflects your experience, skills and your personality before hitting send on your application.

The interview

If you have made it to the interview stage, you have come a long way in your application process.

Interviews take a lot of time out of an employer’s schedule and if they are taking the time to meet with you, they see you as a potential fit for their business. Whether it’s a phone interview, online, or face-to-face, first impressions are important.

If on the phone, speak clearly, avoid background noise and make sure you can hear what the interviewer is saying. If online or face-to-face, dress appropriately and present neatly. Punctuality is important whichever method is used. If you are going to be unavoidably late or cannot make a pre-arranged time, be sure to give them as much notice as possible.

Investing in your own career path is a great idea and the course I run at Wodonga TAFE for Agency and Supply chain provides insight and skill sets that most agricultural businesses are looking for

If you can show you have invested in yourself, often employers are happy to invest in you also.

 

• For more information on the Wodonga TAFE Agency and Supply Chain Training, contact Simone on 0427 028 301.