Outplacement and Retrenchment Support Services

Advising employees that they are to be retrenched is tough for all concerned. The retrenchment process needs to be handled in a very sensitive manner. This is where a professionally managed outplacement program can be of great assistance to both the employee and the employer.

Since 1992, Shell Personnel has been providing tailored outplacement services to the educational and medical sectors. The services are adapted to the circumstances of the individual. 

We develop programs that can incorporate the following:

• Employer support on the day of retrenchment - advice on how to deliver the news, handling reactions, dealing with potential problems
• Initial counselling designed and conducted to enable the employee to come to terms with the emotional trauma of retrenchment.
• Skills assessment and evaluation.
• Personality profiling - designed to provide self-understanding for informed career choices
• Access to career advice from specialist recruitment consultants who focus on the educational and medical sectors, as well as other industry sectors
• Training in job search, interview techniques and presentation skills
• Resume and cover letter preparation
• Access to workstations at our Box Hill office with computers, internet, printing and photocopy facilities

Our primary aim is to provide practical support to the individual in a caring and supportive environment. We also seek to strengthen their self-confidence prior to tackling the job market.

Outplacement fees are dependant upon the level of service provided. We will be pleased to discuss your requirements and provide a quotation.