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Published: 2014

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781922056801

Labour mobility is one of the core elements of a well-functioning labour market and is a relatively common phenomenon in Australia. The Australian economy, during its various cycles, often experiences both labour and skills shortages. This study reinforces that labour mobility itself is linked to those cycles, in that in a slow labour market a person may move for stable employment, while in a buoyant economy employers use incentives to influence mobility. With the Australian mining industry now experiencing a downturn after a very strong peak, it is imperative that more is understood about what encourages or impedes mobility. This research synthesises existing literature on labour mobility in order to better understand who moves and why. A qualitative analysis completes the study by capturing the views of labour hire and recruitment firms as well as employers and others with a direct interest in recruitment and workforce planning in both the mining and construction industries. [About the research]