Case study

Finding Hidden Applicants

Situation

We worked with an Occupational Health Manager needed to recruit an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join their team. The role required a strong background in Occupational Health, particularly extensive case management experience, as this was the main focus of the job. In addition, candidates needed to be willing and able to complete a strict vetting process.

Despite posting their own advert, the client found that most applicants lacked the required experience to make an immediate impact. Others were not prepared to go through the necessary vetting procedures. As a result, the advert attracted a high volume of unsuitable candidates, creating delays and additional workload without producing viable applicants.

Solution

After taking a detailed job brief, our team of highly experienced OH recruiters began a targeted search across multiple channels, including phone calls, emails, and texts. We engaged with a wide pool of candidates who had 5–10+ years of OHA experience and met the client's essential criteria.

Within just two days, we narrowed the search to 11 candidates who were open to new opportunities but were not actively job-seeking, meaning they would not have applied to an online advert. From this group, three candidates were progressed to interview, and the client ultimately offered the role to one of them.

We then managed the successful candidate through the entire onboarding and vetting process, supporting them through their 3-month notice period. The individual began the role smoothly and, six months later, is still thriving and enjoying their position.