Posted By Linda Crossland-Clarke Good idea. Linda

Posted By Adam Apologies for sticking this response on this thread, but the original one was removed whilst I was writing up my comment - I also think that what I have to say is relevant to this posting as well. Not wanting to stick up for the agency that posted the ad that has just been removed, but as a recruiter myself, can I ask the question if members really do object to Recruiters posting ads? I know some members object to the notice board being used for 'agency ads', so I don't post my job ads on this site. However I struggle to see the difference between recruiters advertising jobs and H&S Consultancies posting blanket calls for candidates on the site. Furthermore if I have a job that is of interest to IOSH members/site visitors, surely posting an ad for the job is of benefit to everyone: Candidate - gets the job they want Client - gets the candidate they want Website - gets the additional traffic I hope this posting doesn't overstep the mark between comment and promotion, but if, as this thread suggests, an additional 'Careers Forum' is set up, the site administrators may wish to consider a slight rethink over policy. Kind Regards Adam

Posted By HSE Adam, I agree with you in the fact that I do not see the difference between 'H&S Consultancies posting blanket calls for candidates on the site' (as you say) and agencies posting ad's. I do object however to agencies who do not follow the guidelines that everyone else does and post their ad's which are a breach to the acceptable user guidelines. It annoys me how certain people / agencies feel that they are different somehow and are ok to post ad's when the rest of us adhere to the correct procedures. I do think that it would be a good idea for a seperate forum where agencies can post ad's, even if it is at a cost, and this is something that I have asked IOSH. Hopefully something can get sorted in the future.

Posted By Graham Hardcastle I am relatively new to IOSH, and ever since I have been using the site have always thought...... They should have two more forums, one for both sides of the field (Positions available, and People available). This would save so much time for everybody.

Posted By HSE Robert, I imagine that quite a few people would still advertise in SHP for a couple of reasons. Firstly, not everyone who reads SHP might visit this website all the time so therefore you could potentially be missing out on good candidates. Secondly, SHP is also a good way to raise awareness of your agency to both candidates and clients so again it is still a valuable source.

Posted By Martyn Hendrie Without wishing to step into a lions den I do not agree that there is no difference between an agency and a consultancy posting. In the case of the agency they are payed a fee to find suitable candidates for someone else to employ. As such they are using the forum to gain commercial advantage. In the case of a consultancy looking to employ (either on the books or freelance) they are not receiving a finders fee and will be responsible for paying (by whichever means) successful candidates. In these circumstances they are no different to any other employer.

Posted By Angela Wheatcroft Thank you all for your suggestions. There are some good ones here and the thread raises some important issues re the differing needs of consultants, recruiters and candidates. As appreciated, changing the discussion forums will have financial implications, so any prospective change needs to be reviewed in line with other major changes already planned for the website in the next 12 months. You know we're aware of the issues and will now take it to the appropriate people for research and decision. Best regards, Angela Web Manager