So, you’ve come across a job at Western Power that’s right up your alley. First thing is to sort out your application, which can often be the hardest part. What do you include to ensure you get your application over the line for first round interviews?
If you’re thinking about applying for a job at Western Power, here are some helpful tips straight from the source.
Sure, you probably already have a CV you’ve used in the past. And it would be easy enough to just send it in as is, but our advice is not to cut corners. Take time to review your resume against the job you’re applying for. Tailor your CV according to the job description and the skillsets we’re after. Take time to research Western Power’s values and how they may align with you.
Make sure to keep your resume succinct. Imagine how many CVs recruiters look at daily, they don’t typically read a whole CV in its entirety. So, make sure you put your most recent experiences at the start and leave your educational/vocational qualifications until the end – unless it’s essential to the role you’re applying for. Depending on what type of template you use, this information could also be placed down the left-hand side of the page, away from the ‘guts’ of your resume.
We look for the following:
So, where possible you should include this.
It's also a good idea to use bullet points to make it easy to scan and read your information.
To further validate your capabilities, you should clearly demonstrate what you’ve achieved and put real metrics behind it to back up what you’ve said. Numbers – be it in dollars or percentages stand out and build credibility. It shows that you’ve spent time tracking your performance. Depending on the type of work you do, this may vary but some measures to consider include:
First impressions count, and generally the first thing we read is your cover letter – so make it personal. Let your personality shine through while also highlighting why we should hire you. This is an opportunity to showcase the traits that make you the perfect candidate, which you haven’t directly included in your CV.
An application with spelling mistakes and errors doesn’t look great – especially if you claim you have excellent attention to detail. Make sure you proofread your application carefully and get someone else to check it too. A fresh set of eyes can often pick up on mistakes that you have missed.
And lastly, don’t wait until the very last minute to submit your application. The earlier you get it in before the closing date, the more time the recruiter will have to review your application.
Now it’s over to you. Good luck!