Troubleshooters Available has been providing the building industry with reliable and productive construction personnel for over 47 years.
Recently there has been an increased demand for our services and we are looking to expand our team of sought after contractors.
We are keen to hear from contractors (labourers and carpenters) with experience and proven performance in all areas of construction and building – commercial, industrial, domestic.
Must Have
Construction Induction Card
A driver’s licence and reliable transport
PPE
Sound work ethic
If you’re interested in joining the team at Troubleshooters, call us on PH: 9568 4877
Historically the building and construction industry works on a cycle of peaks and troughs and as such, us industry participants are a resilient, hardworking bunch with unshakable positive demeanours.
The challenges we are currently facing are like nothing we’ve previously experienced and there is some comfort, not much but some, in knowing that this is a global situation across many/most industries.
From a business perspective, Troubleshooters Available will continue to provide labour hire services during and beyond the current lockdown period. Our contractors are informed and aware of the requirements whilst working on site to ensure their health and safety and that of those around them.
Troubleshooters Available has been providing construction personnel for over 45 years. We have been through the recession we had to have, the global financial crisis and faced many other challenges over the years and we are determined to manage our way through COVID. Customer loyalty is priceless, and we are fortunate and very appreciative of the client base we have.
We want to wish our clients the very best for the coming weeks and months, please keep yourself and your family members safe and together we look forward to better times.
WorkSafe Victoria and the Victorian Government recently put employers on notice following the launch of a new campaign.
More inspectors and more inspections have been promised.
Attorney General and Minister for Workplace Safety, Jill Hennessey, said: ‘WorkSafe inspectors are out in force, cracking down on employers who do the wrong thing – because one death in a workplace is one too many’. This campaign is about reminding employers of their responsibilities, and those who do the wrong thing will be caught and prosecuted’.
WorkSafe Victoria’s Chief Executive, Clare Amies, said: ‘We want to remind employers of their responsibility to keep workers health and safe, and the pain, suffering and heavy legal consequences they face when they don’t’
Troubleshooters Available/Site Safety Audits Victoria conduct onsite safety inspections, while comprehensive, they are strongly targeted on the activities at the coal face rather than the Employer’s internal OH&S management systems.
A detailed report is provided which is confidential and predominantly focused on the safety aspect of operations at the time of inspection. We believe that this approach allows for immediate feedback to your workers on safety matters and in many cases OH&S compliance can be achieved on the spot. The report identifies the risk factors associated with all aspects of the inspection with digital photos highlighting/verifying high risk factors.
Troubleshooters Available has been a long time sponsor of the monthly golf events operated by the Master Builders Association of Victoria and Exchange Golf Club.
Troubleshooters and Chadstone Mitsubishi recently joined forces with the MBAV for their major golf event to offer a Hole In One competition at Kingston Heath Golf Club on 17th September 2019, the prize being a 2019 Mitsubishi Triton.
Kingston Heath is located in the world famous Melbourne Sandbelt and has hosted numerous national championships including nine Australian Opens, two Australian Masters , the 2016 World Cup of Golf and will host the 2020 Australian Open.
The course is currently ranked number 20 in the world and is regarded by many, including some of the world’s best golfers, as one of Australia’s finest golf courses.
So the scene was set for a magnificent day for the 90+ players that were in attendance and following a delicious lunch we hit the course. A better day could not have been wished for, perfect conditions and an immaculate course. Unfortunately no one aced the hole in one although one golfer got within 1.5meters of the hole. A fabulous day regardless.
The new year is well under way and we hope everyone has enjoyed the festive season.
The Troubleshooters team have had their fill of Christmas cheer and chaos and have returned to the Office fired up for the year ahead.
This is our 45th year of providing construction personnel, another milestone that we’re extremely proud of.
Thank you to those who have trusted us with their construction personnel requirements over the years, we appreciate our business and look forward to continuing our successful partnerships.
To those clients who, for a variety of reasons, use our services on an irregular basis, rest assured we are always happy to assist when and where required – that’s what it’s all about!
The office team have their sights set on what looks to be another eventful year and along with our contractors are ready to take on any challenges that come their way. Every interaction is an opportunity to demonstrate that we’ll always go the extra mile.
If you haven’t used labour hire in the past or if you simply haven’t used Troubleshooters, keep us in mind when you’re next short of personnel or struggling to meet a deadline. Check out our website www.troubleshooters.com.au or give us a call 9568 4877 – you wont be disappointed!
Troubleshooters Available is a proud and longstanding player in the construction industry. Having been in operation for almost 45 years, we have always abided by the statutory and legislative requirements which regulate our operations, most of which relate to taxation, industrial relations, superannuation and occupational health & safety.
In September 2015 an inquiry into the labour hire industry was announced to investigate the practices of labour hire companies and the abuse of visas to avoid workplace laws and undermine minimum employment standards.
The outcome of the inquiry was the enactment of the Labour Hire Licensing Act 2018 (Vic) in June 2018. Labour hire providers across all industries will require a license to operate and will have to pass a “fit & proper” person test. These requirements are not yet in force, nor has there been an announcement about the commencement date for these obligations however it is expected to be sometime early/mid 2019 with a transition period of six months.
Troubleshooters Available wishes to provide an assurance to all its clients, past, present and future, that we have commenced in house preparations to ensure that the transition to the new system is seamless and without disruption to our services. We will communicate our progress through the new requirements to our clients and are happy to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
It’s business as usual for us and we will continue to support the industry and our clients as we have done since 1974. We look forward to assisting you with your construction personnel in the lead up to Christmas and for many years to come.
In an industry where deadlines are critical to the success of your projects, having the right mix of human resources and skills is top priority. The end result of being undermanned and/or not having a workforce with the required skills is reduced productivity, low morale, increased potential for workplace injury and profitability.
Troubleshooters has extensive industry experience, over 40 years, and are able to source the right personnel to meet your needs. Our clients have access to our support and services when and where required. We can respond rapidly to your needs and you can get the most from your workforce.
Should you require additional construction personnel to overcome adhoc demands, staff leave, under-performing personnel or to meet looming deadlines – call us NOW.
We can provide you with experienced, proven and accredited construction personnel – 24 hours, 7 days.
Troubleshooters are an experienced labour hire company who, for over 40 years, have focused on delivering quality contract labour to the Building and Construction Industry.
Troubleshooters get to know you, your business, your projects and what you need to succeed. They have longevity in the construction industry because they are fully committed to quality outcomes and complete satisfaction for all clients – large or small, new or longstanding 24 hours – 7 days.
Reliable, Responsible – Tried true and tested, Troubleshooters utilise rigid standards to ensure the labour you contract and hire are the best people available. Don’t hire just anyone. Hire a Troubleshooter, backed with experience and an enviable track record over many years in business.
Troubleshooters – available now – Phone 9568 – 4877
Plank being used to span between two scaffold towers
Non compliant opening
Troubleshooters OH&S Advisor, Danny Corcoran is often stunned by the risks that construction workers are prepared to take with their safety. Despite the awareness and strong focus on OH&S, there is always a worker out there with a false sense of “it won’t happen to me” or “it will only take me a minute”. One bad decision or a split second disregard for safe work practices can change a persons life forever.
The pictures shown above were taken on random sites around Melbourne and demonstrate a complete disregard for safe work practices and fall prevention requirements.
Non compliant work platforms:
Scaffold is not erected to Aust. Standards. Home made timber ladder is in use. Safe entry/egress points are not available the building. Further, a 6′ aluminium step ladder is being used to gain greater height.
Workers on a 40° pitched metal clad roof top without fall prevention systems in place. Potential for workers to plummet to their deaths.
A plank is being used to span between the two scaffold towers at a height of greater than 2 metres. A hand rail system is not in place to prevent a fall.
Works were seen utilising a non-compliant opening in the building as a quick exit from the upper level.
Site Safety Audits Victoria, the OH&S division of Troubleshooters Available, can provide a professional and effective OH&S advisory service. Independent safety inspections can increase the awareness of safety on your sites and helps to ensure that your workers and their families are not affected by the trauma of workplace accidents.
The Master Builders Association Victoria does a tremendous job of organising the monthly corporate golf days for its members. The days are held at some of the best courses in Victoria and the hospitality is fantastic.
Troubleshooters Available is a proud and long time supporter of these events, as they provide an avenue of getting like minded construction participants together in a relaxed environment. The opportunities for networking and the sharing of information at these days is excellent.
Troubleshooters Available has provided sponsorship at these games for the past 15 years with prize packs awarded for “Nearest the Pin’ on the Par 3’s.
If any Troubleshooter clients or contractors would like to join the TSA team for a round you can drop an email to chris@troubleshooters.com.au or call 0418 393 010.
The fixture for this year is as follows:
26th March – Commonwealth Golf Club – sponsored by Windsor Management Insurance Brokers
23rd April – Green Acres Golf Club – sponsored by MBAIS
14th May – Long Island Country Club – sponsored by MBAV
25th June – Spring Valley Gold Club – sponsored by Bluescope Steel
20th August – Woodlands Gold Club – sponsored by Mitchcon
17th September – The National Golf Club – sponsored by Timberwood Panels
19th November – Westborough Golf Club – sponsored by AUSDECOM
3rd December – Yarra Yarra Golf Club – sponsored by LU Simon Builders
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