Your trade is people as much as it is tools

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You’ve mastered the craft — quoting, building, fixing, getting the job done. But running a business isn’t just about the work. It’s about leading people. That’s where most trade businesses get stuck.

We bring simple, no-nonsense HR systems designed for tradies — so you can keep good staff, grow your team, and spend less time stressing about people problems.

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Tradies don’t quit jobs — they quit bosses

Most trades businesses struggle with:

  • Finding and keeping good workers

  • Wasted time on people issues

  • Confusion about contracts, policies, and compliance

  • Stress when your team doesn’t perform like you need them to

It’s not your fault — nobody teaches you the HR side when you start a trade. But it’s the difference between staying stuck and building a business that runs without you.

The people side of your business — made simple

We bring the best HR principles from the white-collar world and translate them for blue-collar businesses. No fluff. No jargon. Just practical systems that work.

What we deliver:

  • Recruitment tools – job ad templates, interview guides, and hiring processes that get you the right people

  • Onboarding playbooks – first 90 days made simple, so new hires stick

  • Performance frameworks – how to set clear expectations and have tough conversations that actually work

  • Compliance made easy – contracts, safety, and policies explained in plain English

  • Leadership coaching – helping you step from “tradie on the tools” to “business owner with a team”

  • Employee dispute resolution – straightforward systems to handle issues early, fairly, and confidently — before they turn into big problems.

  • Incentive & pay structures – build fair, motivating reward systems that help you keep good workers and attract the best talent.

We operate on a fixed-fee basis, giving you cost certainty and peace of mind. No hourly surprises, no hidden costs — just clear pricing that helps you plan and manage your cash flow effectively while getting the support your business needs to grow.

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Because you don’t need corporate fluff — you need practical help

We know trades. We know HR. And we know you don’t have time for a 50-page policy manual. We’ll give you what you need, in plain English, so you can focus on the job while your business runs smoother in the background.

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  • Not at all. The moment you’ve got even one person working for you, you’ve got HR responsibilities. We strip away the corporate nonsense and give you just what you need — practical tools and systems that actually work for small and medium trade businesses.

  • Because the way you manage people is the difference between being stuck on the tools forever and running a business that grows. With the right HR systems, you’ll keep good workers, reduce headaches, and free up more time for yourself.

  • That’s the best time to start. Good HR foundations early make it easier to grow later. Plus, even with a handful of workers, clear systems can make your life easier right away.

  • Less than losing a good worker or dealing with a bad hire. We’ve designed our services to be affordable for trade businesses and deliver way more value than they cost.

    We work on a fixed-fee basis, so you’ll always know exactly what you’re paying — no hidden extras, no surprise invoices. That means you can plan ahead and manage your cash flow with confidence while getting the HR support your business needs. We’ll walk you through packages that fit your size and goals.