Glad You Asked #8 - Can a perm agency just add temps?
Adding temps to a perm desk looks like easy growth: same clients, same candidates, just add timesheets. But perm is selling a car, and temp is running a hire fleet. Martin Richardson explains the three risks that catch agencies out, and what to sort before the first placement.
Important WHS Clarification for Margin-Only Temp Placements
Many recruitment agencies assume they’re off the hook for WHS responsibilities in "margin-only" placements, especially when the host pays the temp directly. But a recent conversation I had with a SafeWork NSW inspector confirms otherwise: agencies are still PCBUs under WHS law, and payment structure doesn’t change that. Here’s what you need to know, and how to respond when clients try to push back.