What others are saying

“The Proven Group ran our recruitment process for a new General Manager at the Sport Club and were fantastic to work with.  We had a very tight timeframe to select our new GM prior to Christmas and the team at The Proven Group seamlessly worked though advertising, vetting and short-listing candidates for interview.  I’m sure we would not have ended up with the strong field of candidates to choose from, nor the outcome we were after, if we had not engaged The Proven Group.”

- Ewen Nevett (NBSC)

"We used Jemma in the Recruit Smarter team to assist in our recruitment processes and couldn’t speak more highly of the experience. Our role was tricky to fill, in a niche market, but she went above and beyond. We were so grateful for the support, guidance, reassurance and clear communication she provided throughout!  ""

- Ashleigh Dalton (Connected Kids Allied Health)

"Thank you for your support, encouragement and your professional documentation, as I feel these were all major components to achieving this goal.  I would recommend your service to anyone who requires assistance with applying for any position, especially when addressing key selection criteria. I just cannot thank you enough!"

Heather (Ballarat-Nurse)

"The Proven Group has helped our accounting firm find two fabulous receptionists in two separate locations who have both fitted in perfectly to the business both in terms of personality and work level/aptitude. Both times the process was smooth, fast and effective and meant we could focus on continued operations while the Proven Group did the hard yards. Great Work ladies - highly recommended!"

Tracey H

"I just wanted to thank you for all of your assistance and for making this process so simple and easy. I have submitted our Business Excellence Award Applications, so fingers crossed! You were a great help and offered very useful advice so I do appreciate it immensely."  

Building Company (Ballarat)

"I just wanted to say how impressed I was with your professionalism, service and quality of your recruitment services.  We were very happy with the candidate you chose after interviewing them considering the high quality number of applicants.  Well done - Keep up the good work!"

Janice Real Estate Industry

"Our company recently utilised the services of The Proven Group.  It was the first time we had used a recruitment agency as we are a small engineering company based in Melbourne.  The weekly updates we received were fantastic as we were kept informed every step of the way!  The Proven Group found us the perfect candidate and we couldn't be happier!!"

James Engineering Industry

"I definitely recommend The Proven Group, they are fantastic, all their staff are great, they knew how fussy we were with our vacant position (receptionist) and they really delivered. We could not be happier."

Bill Real Estate Industry

"The Proven Group are awesome to work with. They are incredibly organised, flexible in working hours, easy to communicate with, and above all responsive to our specific needs. When we need staff we know who to call. " 

Jenny Manufacturing Industry

“Working with The Proven Group was the best decision I’ve made in years. My resume was nothing short of perfect, and I saw immediate results. I was invited to interviews quickly and accepted a job offer soon after.”

Cess - Sales Professional

“Thank you so much, Carmel. Your support made all the difference and I was successful in my job application. I couldn’t have done it without your guidance.”

Sue - Allied Health, Ballarat

“Thank you again for your help. The resume and application support was exactly what I was looking for. I felt confident submitting my application.”

Vera - Ballarat

Thanks again Carmel for all your expertise with my resume and latest cover letter. Not to mention the short notice I always put you under! I was successful with the Job Application, and very humbled to join what is a small and unique team, in such a challenging and specialised role, and your work has always allowed for my success, in all my Job Applications & Interviews. I was approached by this Team, and the amazing Clinicians with whom I hold in such high esteem and had previously worked with, throughout my career I have come to the realisation that a job finds you, and not the other way around! Thank you again for everything."

- Sue (Allied Health Services) Ballarat

"Hi Carmel, I want to thank you so much for assisting me with updating my resume as it's fantastic. Thank you for listening and taking on board my requirements and incorporating everything into the resume. I really appreciate it. It's exactly what I was looking for. I had spoken with another writer before speaking with you but they didn't seem to get what I was saying, whereas you nailed it! I will definitely be recommending you to anyone looking for their resumes and cover letters to be updated as you have provided a personable and professional service. Thanks again."

- Vera (Ballarat)

"So good news, I have been accepted and start my new job next month. All thanks to you pretty much. I can't thank you enough for your encouragement and support along the way, super professional and excellent at your job!! So thanks heaps. I'll still keep in touch and will let you know when I complete more training so you can update my resume. Thanks again. Wouldn't have been able to do it without you"

- Sam(Ballarat)

"Hi Carmel, So much has happened since we last spoke and I meant to get in touch with you sooner. I had quite a few instant replies on applications using my new documents and after a month and 5 interviews through the company, I am happy to say that I have started my new position. I'm three weeks into my training and loving it so far. Thank you again for your help. I will definitely continue to recommend your services. I am grateful."

- Patrick (Sydney, NSW)Hospitality and Operations Management

"Hi Carmel, I got the management job at Ballarat Health Services! Yay thank you so much for your help. After many failed applications, with your help, I got myself the best job first try! I cannot thank you enough and I will be highly recommending your services to my family and friends. Yippee"

-Tristan(Ballarat)

"Thank you for helping me with my job application I was successful in getting an interview & a position! "

Kali (Ballarat) Graduate Nurse Program

"Thank you for your support, encouragement and your professional documentation, as I feel these were all major components to achieving this goal.  I would recommend your service to anyone who requires assistance with applying for any position, especially when addressing key selection criteria. I just cannot thank you enough!"

Heather (Ballarat) Nurse

"As a publicist with international experience, I had to look for a professional who can organise my resume and inject my personality to make sure it can be appealing and targeted to the Australian market. Carmel was recommended to me by 5 colleagues who had spoke highly of her professional and proven experience and reliable service. I am now ready to secure another job and thanks to her, I have already been shortlisted for a job."

Karen (Queensland)

“Great news — I’ve been accepted and will be starting my new role soon. Thank you for your support throughout the process.”

Sam (Ballarat)

"Hi Belinda and Carmel,

I just wanted to reach out and let you both know what a great help with all her knowledge and care, that Fiona Wakeling was, in getting us through  a very traumatic time with an employee

I felt very secure at all times that Fiona had covered every base and her professionalism in confronting our now, ex employee was brilliant.I will have no hesitation in referring your company for any HR needs."

- Kim A1 Trees

“We engaged The Proven Group for HR and Occupational Health & Safety support, and the results were immediate. They helped us move key issues forward, improve safety practices, and strengthen our internal systems.”

- Leon Nash

"Steel Frame Solutions has recently undergone a period of growth and restructure, we empowered and presented new opportunities for staff to fill leadership roles. All identified staff were new to leading teams and Lisa Wiking at the Proven Group was instrumental in giving entry level training for Team Leading and Customer Service coaching.

Our staff learned to run effective meetings, set KPI’s and enforce values aligned to the business and more specifically – their team. Each member was able to learn, practice and implement strategies including the Performance Equation, which enabled the staff to fully understand their roles and responsibilities while giving Team Leaders a framework to refer to as their experience and confidence increased.

After a few short months, my time has opened to focus on the Operational side of the business as the emerging Team Leaders continue to implement new process’ and strategies to look after their areas. A small investment of time was required, and the effort Lisa went to ensuring the success of the individuals through the program meant its success. I urge all managers to refresh with the participant members to confirm continuity of understanding and language used to guarantee the objectives of the training program."

- Dael Griffiths (Steel Frame Solutions)

"I found this course to be very valuable. Understanding the difference between leadership and management. Understanding my own DISC profile. Running effective team meetings and much more. The program is practical and the reinforcement of putting things on an action plan to ensure you use the skills you are learning is fantastic. "

- Stephanie

“The DISC Workshop and profiling received very positive feedback from our team. It provided great insight into communication styles and strengthened how we work together.”

- Lisa (HR Coordinator, Ballarat)