Blue Tongue develops workforce solutions for heavy haul transport to help you improve workplace culture and control labour costs.
Services We Provide to Heavy Haul Transport
Heavy Commercial Mechanic (on-highway) International Talent Program
Blue Tongue has two decades of experience in sourcing, selecting, and employing specialist technical trades from around the world to help heavy haul transport Clients overcome Heavy Commercial Mechanic (on-highway) shortages.
In us, Clients have a true partner. They can leverage our decades of experience in international talent sourcing as we manage everything from Heavy Commercial Mechanic (on-highway) hiring to relocation of global talent, and then offer continued workforce management support for the duration of the Program.
Clients have seen huge advantages from our International Talent Program such as improved workforce retention, culture, and loyalty. And because we invest all upfront costs ourselves, Clients can take on skilled international talent with virtually no risk.
Blue Tongue has reinvented the way to solve critical Heavy Commercial Mechanic (on-highway) skills shortages in the heavy haul transport industry.
- We work closely with heavy haul transport Clients to plan, design, and project manage a custom, innovative Program addressing long-term critical Heavy Commercial Mechanic (on-highway) workforce challenges.
- We invest significant funds ensuring technicians are up to date with industry standards and skills before they start with our heavy haul transport Clients.
- We undertake extensive market research and testing with candidates before inviting them to join our Programs, ensuring they are the right fit for our heavy haul transport Clients.
- We have tested and honed our Programs over decades, ensuring that our heavy haul transport Clients get unrivaled results.
Frequently Asked Questions
By sourcing and sponsoring top international talent, we help businesses reduce their reliance on expensive subcontractors and labour hire. This transition to an in-house workforce not only lowers costs but also boosts efficiency and long-term workforce stability.
Our program focuses on building strong retention by carefully selecting technicians who align with the business’s long-term needs and providing them with ongoing support. By handling the upfront costs and complexities of recruitment and management, Blue Tongue mitigates risks for businesses, enabling them to grow sustainably while managing labour expenses more effectively. With nearly 1,000 international placements since 2005, our program has consistently delivered results that help heavy haul transport operations thrive.
What kind of ongoing support does Blue Tongue provide after the international talent has been hired?
Blue Tongue provides comprehensive ongoing support after international talent has been hired to ensure a smooth transition and long-term success. Our support begins with a thorough onboarding process, which includes setting up personal needs for the technicians as they settle into Canada, as well as coordinating Client-specific inductions and site visits to ensure they are fully prepared for their roles.
Beyond the initial onboarding, we continue to manage the performance and wellbeing of our employees throughout the duration of the contract. This ongoing support helps ensure that technicians are productive and aligned with Client expectations. After the contract period, we assist with the transition of technicians to become full-time, direct employees of the Client, ensuring seamless integration into the workforce for long-term success.
Blue Tongue improves workforce performance in heavy haul transport operations by ensuring that every technician is fully equipped with the skills, knowledge, and support to succeed from day one. Through effective onboarding, training (if needed), and performance management, we help technicians integrate seamlessly into the team and maintain high levels of productivity. Our focus on retention and loyalty ensures a more stable workforce, reducing turnover and the associated costs of hiring and training new staff. This approach drives long-term performance improvements, fostering a skilled, efficient, and motivated team that delivers consistent results.
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