02/06/2026
Talent shortages don't disappear when markets slow down.
They shift.
And in Adelaide's property sector, growth is creating even more pressure on already stretched talent pipelines.
Peta Seaman, Managing Director at Edge Recruitment, spoke with Simone Christensen, Human Resources Business Partner at Unity Housing Company, about what Adelaide's property boom means for employers, workforce planning, and the competition for talent across the sector.
As Simone put it, “We need more people, there is less people.” That pressure is forcing employers to think beyond the usual hiring channels.
One theme stood out: organisations can no longer rely on established talent pools to meet demand.
So what should employers be paying attention to?
• Retention becomes more critical as private sector competition drives salaries higher.
• Long-term talent pipelines matter more than short-term hiring activity.
• Employers willing to hire for attitude and capability, then invest in upskilling, will have a wider talent pool to draw from.
For employers navigating growth, skills shortages, and increasing competition for talent, this is a conversation worth watching.
