UPP HR

23/03/2026

Retention isn’t just about pay rises.

Recent survey data (thanks people2people) shows employees value:
- training and development
- recognition
- wellbeing and flexibility

The businesses that win the talent game are those that grow their people as much as they grow their revenue. At UPP HR, we help leaders design retention strategies that align with culture, values and future business goals.

Don’t be one of the many employers we see try to implement retention initiatives that unfortunately don’t hit the mark with their teams. Save yourself the heartache and time, talk to us, better yet, to to your teams and find out what they want. And if they don’t know, help them understand what can be possible.

18/03/2026

An employee exit is more than paperwork.

Handled poorly, negative reviews, lost trust, team disengagement.

Handled well, advocacy and reputation. An attraction strategy you didn’t realise was possible.

Do employee exits impact brand reputation?

03/02/2026

Your engagement problem probably isn’t your people.

- Only 21% of employees globally are engaged
- Manager engagement is falling fast
- And 70% of team engagement comes down to the manager.

In Australia and NZ:
- Nearly half of employees feel daily stress
- 42% are watching for another job

Most managers were never trained to manage, yet we expect them to hold teams together.

Engagement isn’t about pizza Fridays.

It’s about confident leaders, clear expectations and support that actually works.

If your team feels flat or stretched, this might be your sign to rethink your HR approach.

29/01/2026

Got a team member not pulling their weight?

Feel like you’ve tried everything, and they’re still not ‘getting it’?

It might be time for them to move on, but before you make any quick decisions, because where we see business owners getting it wrong, check 👉 procedural fairness.

Something the Fair Work Commission looks for in every case they see.

Not sure what that means in practice, save yourself a headache, give us a call.

You may have a valid reason to terminate an employee’s employment, but worried about a claim?

We help business owners navigate these tricky situations. Drop us a DM, we’re here to support you!

👉 Check out the blog on our website: Why Valid Terminations Still Lead to Unfair Dismissal Claims

https://upphr.com.au/the-one-thing-you-must-do-before-firing-that-problem-employee-hint-its-not-what-you-think

20/01/2026

Your people are your competitive advantage.
Full stop.

Support them well.

Lead them confidently.

Build a workplace that actually works.

That’s not soft HR, that’s smart business.

15/01/2026

Trust isn’t a “nice to have”, it’s the glue that holds teams together.

When trust is strong:
✔️ Conversations flow
✔️ People speak up
✔️ Mistakes get fixed (not hidden)

So how do you actually build it?

Not with grand gestures, but with small, consistent actions:
- Do what you say you’ll do
- Be clear (even when it’s uncomfortable)
- Admit when you get it wrong
- Back your people publicly
- Stop micromanaging
- Listen more than you speak

Trust doesn’t appear overnight, but when leaders commit to these behaviours, teams rise.

If you’re ready to build a culture where trust isn’t questioned, let’s talk!

🔗 Check out our full blog on our website

https://upphr.com.au/building-trust-in-teams

19/12/2025

This year, our small but mighty team came together to give 10 bags for the Share the Dignity Drive 🤍

At UPP HR, one of our core values is Impact. It’s about giving back, considering the ripple effect of what we do, and being deliberate with our actions.

supports women, girls and people who menstruate by providing access to essential period products and practical support, helping ensure dignity, safety and choice for those experiencing hardship across Australia.

A huge thank you to every individual who donated. Your generosity helped turn good intentions into real, practical support where it’s needed most.

We’re incredibly proud to be part of this movement and would love for you to join us next year as we continue to grow the impact, together ✨

16/12/2025

🚧 HIRING NOW | BRISBANE CBD 🚧

We’re recruiting experienced, site-based construction professionals for a major 2–3 year project near the Brisbane CBD.

If you’re good at what you do and want to work with a no-BS, growing company that backs their people, these ones are worth a look 👇

Roles include:
• External / Landscape Foreman
• Defects Foreman
• Finishing Foreman (Fit Out)
• Lead Finish Foreman (Services / C&P)
• Façade Foreman
• Structural Foreman (Verticals & Horizontals)
• Logistics Manager
• Safety Advisor
• Senior Safety Advisor ($220k–$250k)

✔️ Permanent roles
✔️ Competitive pay (genuinely reflects experience)
✔️ Experienced Site Manager who hires experts, then lets them do their thing
✔️ White Card required
👉 Apply via the link in bio
📩 Or contact Sarah at UPP HR: 0433 618 336 or [email protected]
🤝 Know someone? Tag them or share this post, referrals welcome!

10/10/2025

09/10/2025

In today’s fast-paced work environment, building meaningful connections with your team can often take a backseat.

However, one of the most effective ways to foster engagement, productivity, and trust is through regular one-to-one conversations with your people.

It might seem impossible at the time, but I guarantee you it will save time and frustrations down the track. It will also…

1. Improve communication and feedback loops
2. Address issues early and create safer work environments 
3. Enhance performance and productivity
4. Strengthen working relationships
5. Boost engagement and retention

07/10/2025

HR strategy is key to a successful business. Our client knows this and we were so happy to help out.