Empowering People

12/01/2023

It’s not just about a new job

The best time to discuss your values and career options is when you are happily employed.

Perhaps you are looking to progress in your current organisation, benchmark your position in the market or maybe you are looking to map out your career path in a more socially responsible, collaborative, empowering team. Whatever your question; we are here to help you define your values and the lifestyle that you want and then to support you to achieve.

We can pass on the lessons learnt from thousands of people we have met over the years.

Reaching out to CTC is free and confidential.

Career Mentor

Free and confidential career discussion around what drives; energises and de-energises you, your values, your lifestyle and family aspirations, your appetite for travel and career progression. Life is a balance and it is important to regularly ensure you are on the right path to achieve the right balance. The more you understand what you want from life and the more you discuss and communicate this the more likely you are to achieve it.

We are here to help empower you to manage your manager and to find the right environment for you and your family. Together we are more connected.

Market Information

It’s not about a new job but rather a friendly voice on the phone or a relaxing coffee or drink. We are here to answer any questions you might have… what are companies doing for the environment? which companies are shortlisted to win a project? what should your salary be? Or perhaps a discussion on industry trends & developments for the future. We love meeting people and sharing ideas.

Fullfill your potential

“I know where I want to work and have lots of friends working there, why do I need CTC?”

Our business model is based on relationships with company decision-makers, we can go straight to them to discuss your situation. This gives you the following benefits:

More control: If you apply to a company you are effectively saying you want to work there. Our approach is to highlight that you are really happy where you are, that you aren’t actively looking but that you might be interested in making contact in the future to understand what your career might look like with them. If you start on these terms and decide to stay where you are then you aren’t letting anyone down.
More honest feedback: We are here to help you learn and develop, employers give us the “real” feedback.
More opportunities: Have you considered every potential opportunity to suit your aspirations or just settled on somewhere better than your current role?
Less hassle: We chase up meetings, feedback, negotiate offers, and coordinate the process.
Experienced “sounding board”: discuss how various opportunities suit your values, ethics and objectives.

This is a free and totally confidential service. We are here to support your best interests at all times.

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Testimonials

"Lovely Kellie,
Thank you so much for your help and efforts. You go over and beyond for all your candidates and I'm so glad I met you in my process of finding my new work home. Please keep in touch and I wish you all the best.
Continue being a superstar!"

Accounts Manager

"I have always found Chris to be highly ethical and genuine in my dealings with him. I would happily consider dealing with him in the future when the need arises. I have always found Chris to be highly ethical and genuine in my dealings with him. I would happily consider dealing with him in the future when the need arises."

Process Manager

I have just completed my first week with the amazing team at... I wanted to send you a quick email to say thank you for recommending me and for your involvement in the process. I am ecstatic to have been offered this role, but regardless of the outcome, I wanted to thank you for making the whole process so seamless and welcoming. You are a true asset.

Event Coordinator

I just wanted to take a minute to touch base and share with you my sincerest appreciation for absolutely everything you have done in helping me find a suitable position in Adelaide.

I think I mentioned to you early on that I had spoken with another recruiter before you, who I felt wrote me off a little and put me in the “too-hard basket” because I was overseas and hadn’t worked in Adelaide before. Something that I have felt from the beginning is your unwavering willingness to help, not only me but (my partner) as well, despite the complexities around our situation.

You offered me a huge sense of comfort at every stage of the process and your advice, insight and transparency about the Adelaide market is something that I have found hugely valuable. I cannot express enough just how much it meant to have someone to talk to openly and frankly about what I was thinking. Without doubt, you have gone above and beyond anything I would have expected.

Associate Architect

"I also want to take this opportunity to thank you. Especially for sharing your insights on how this opportunity could increase my long-term net value, rather than repeating similar roles / paths really excites me. What you said totally makes sense and resonates with me."

Architectural Technician / Experienced Graduate

“Just thanking you for your professional conduct in securing me this position. I really appreciate your efforts. As far as recruiting agencies go, you stand out by a long shot!”

Principal Structural Engineer

"Chris has been an extremely valuable contact over the years. He's readily available for a chat and often provides valuable insights and solutions to our problems. Thanks Chris and here's looking forward to an exciting 2014! Chris has been an extremely valuable contact over the years. He's readily available for a chat and often provides valuable insights and solutions to our problems. Thanks Chris and here's looking forward to an exciting future!"

Quantity Surveyor – Director

“Staff at CTC have vast 'up to date' information and knowledge in the Engineering field. This significantly impacts in helping candidates choose the right career paths and developments. Co-ordinations and follow ups are also incredibly well timed and organised!”

Three-Year Structural Engineer

"As a graduate, fresh out of uni, it can be overwhelming trying to find a company that has the expertise to help forge the career you want – it is difficult getting to know the industry from the outside. Chris Tan Consulting provided a wealth of industry knowledge and an unbiased opinion to help steer me towards a company that is exactly what I wanted."

Civil Engineer

"Chris has his ear to the ground, understands our profession and one of the best recruiters I have come across"

Quantity Surveyor – Director