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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are the most commonly asked questions about WestJobs, from both Jobseekers and Advertisers.

If your query is not answered here, please click here to contact WestJobs.


Jobseekers FAQ's
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How much does it cost to post my resume on WestJobs?

A. Absolutely nothing. Posting your resume on WestJobs is free for all jobseekers.
 

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Why should I post my resume on WestJobs?

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It is estimated that as many as 70-80% of job vacancies may not be advertised. Posting your resume on WestJobs allows employers and recruiters to proactively search your resume and contact you if they have a position available. This means you simply post your resume on WestJobs, then wait for the jobs to find you!
  

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If my resume is online for all to see how do I protect my privacy?

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WestJobs is as paranoid as you are about your privacy! Your resume will be displayed online but your name and contact details will not be displayed. Employers and recruiters can only contact you by requesting your contact details through the WestJobs website. You can accept or decline any request - so you have total control over who sees your personal details and your resume. 
  

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Can I tell if anyone has looked at my resume?

A. Yes you can. Simply by logging into your WestJobs account you can see how many people have clicked on your resume. This feature can be great for your ego!
 

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Does WestJobs keep track of all requests for my resume?

A. Yes. All requests for your resume, including details of the company requesting it, are stored in your WestJobs account and you can log in and see them anytime.
 

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Can I apply for a job on WestJobs like I can on other employment sites?

A. Yes you can. You can search and apply for jobs anytime. Of course a key difference is that WestJobs has more WA job ads than any other jobsboard in Australia! You do not need to have your resume on WestJobs to be able to search and apply for jobs.
 

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Can I track and manage my job applications online?

A. Yes you can. You can log in and see what jobs you have applied for and when. You can also create your own personal notes about your applications in your secure WestJobs account. For example you can enter your thoughts on a job interview, a phone call you made or received etc.
 

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Can I see the status of my job application online? 

A. Yes you can. Employers and recruiters can update the status of your application through WestJobs and you can log in and see this anytime in your WestJobs account. This feature means you will never be in the dark about your job application.
 
Q. Will I find "duplicate" job ads on WestJobs?
A. Hopefully not. WestJobs gets its job ads from many different sources, and ads which have been posted on more than one site may be picked up more than once. WestJobs has software to remove most duplicate ads, however some ads may appear to be "duplicates", but often have a different source, or have some slight differences in data or text. In those cases WestJobs will import them and display them as separate ads.
 

Advertisers FAQ's

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How much does it cost to post a job ad on  WestJobs

A. Jobs can be posted by employers or recruiters for as little as $14 for 45-day postings. For full pricing details click here.
 

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How long does a job ad stay "live" on WestJobs?
A. On WestJobs, job ads stay live for 45 days, or until you decide to remove it. Most jobsboards only have 30 day postings, so 45 days gives you a 50% bonus!
 

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How much does it cost to search the resume database?

A. Searching the resume database is free. For privacy purposes, you pay only for the contact details of any candidates you may select. For full pricing details click here.
 

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How do I contact a jobseeker from the resume database?

A. To contact someone on the resume database you simply need to purchase a WestJobs Job Pack Membership. For pricing details please click here.
 

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Do I need a separate sign in, if I am both a Jobseeker and an Advertiser?

A. Yes, you do. The reason for this is that each has its own home page when siigned in, with different functionality. It is unlikely you will be both and Advertiser and a Jobseeker, but not impossible. If you are, you will need to register a different email address for each account.
 

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Are the details of people who have applied to my job ads stored online?

A. Yes. Details of jobseekers who have applied to your job ads are emailed to you, and are also stored online in your secure WestJobs account. This ensures that you have a full record of applicants and applicant resumes.
 

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Can I manage my job applicants online?

A. Yes you can. You can search for applicants, view applicants by job, create notes against applicants, update applicant status fields, send automatic acknowledgement emails to applicants, and much more - all in your secure WestJobs account.
 

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Can I screen applicants as they apply?

A. Yes you can. With the purchase of any WestJobs Job Pack Membership, you can create screening questions on all of your job ads. Applicants are then ranked and sorted according to how they answer your screening questions.
 

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Is there an Employer/Recruiter (Advertiser) Directory?

A. Yes, WestJobs has a fully searchable and comprehensive Advertiser Directory (click here to view). Advertisers who purchase a WestJobs Job Pack Membership can list their organisation's details in this directory FREE of charge. Visitors to WestJobs can then read a profile on your organisation, visit your website, apply to jobs and more.
 

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Can I include corporate branding on my job postings ?

A. Yes. On WestJobs we encourage you to upload your company logo to appear on your job ads.This makes your ads stand out as well as giving a vibrant look and feel to the WestJobs website.
 

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We have a lot of job ads. Can we automatically load them onto WestJobs?

A. Yes - we provide a web service for anyone wanting to automatically load jobs direct onto WestJobs. It is a once-only setup process and only takes a few hours to configure. Once in place your jobs will feed straight into WestJobs from your recruitment system or website. Click here to contact WestJobs for more information.