PROFESSIONAL RESUME WRITING AND SELECTION CRITERIA SERVICES
Resume Writing Services
Writing an effective resume is a skill that requires a specific mastery of the written word, as well as a sound knowledge of the recruitment process.
Select Resumes provides the resume writing services necessary to help you land that interview. Since your resume is the first point of contact you have with your future employer, a professionally written and formatted resume is an excellent tool to progress your career.
Further to our resume writing services, we also offer a range of career services, including:
- Selection Criteria Writing
- Cover Letter Writing
- LinkedIn Profile Writing
- Interview Skills Training
Resume Writing Services
Our resume writing services are delivered with a commitment to 100% customer satisfaction and a genuine desire to help our clients achieve their career goals. With 10 years of experience providing career services to Australia, we offer the following benefits:
1. An Experienced Team of Resume Writers
Our resume writers have a wealth of experience tailoring resumes for specific roles and industries, and perfectly highlighting the skills and achievements of our clients. With a contemporary understanding of the job market, our writers will work with you to create a resume that gains the attention of employers.
2. Skilled at Optimising Resumes
Due to the large number of applications for most roles and the increasing use of software to review resumes, it is necessary to have a well formatted, keyword optimised resume. When resumes do reach hiring managers they may spend just 10 seconds scanning the resume before making a decision. Our writers are skilled at using keywords and accessible formatting to enable your resume to make the cut.
3. Experienced at Showcasing Achievements
Using the effective STAR format to successfully communicate your achievements, we understand that employers are looking for examples of the benefits you have delivered in previous roles. STAR stands for Situation, Task, Action and Result – an easy and succinct method to explain the outcomes you have achieved throughout your career.
4. Professional Resume Designs
With over 100 industry-specific and general resume templates designed by professional graphic designers, we have a resume design to suit every application. Ranging from professional and corporate to eye-catching and colourful, we understand that your resume should be tailored for personal preference and effectiveness. We ensure all resumes are easy to read, well-structured, and organised to enable a perfect reader’s journey.
5. Commitment to Quality Assurance
Our unique, multi-step process is designed to guarantee that multiple staff review every resume to ensure any typos or formatting errors are eliminated. We understand that all humans make errors sometimes, so by having multiple people check each document before they are sent, we are able to guarantee the quality of our services.
Our Resume Services
Professional Resume Writing
Select Resumes has the key experience to provide professional resume writing services that will set you apart from your peers. Working professional to executive level, our Consultants have proven industry experience that will benefit you in any job application. Select Resumes offers a fully interchangeable, cover letter with every resume, you can tailor your cover letter and your resume for each position you apply for. READ MORE
Public Sector Resume Writing
Opportunities within the Public Sector are highly sought after. Excellent pay rates and increased benefits provide enough incentive to provoke many Australians to pursue jobs in the Public Sector. Making sure you have a strong skill set outlined is a must, as is ensuring you display the requirements of the position. Select Resumes provide expert advice on the creation of your public sector resume. READ MORE
Executive Resume Writing
Our experienced executive Resume Writers will increase the probability of you gaining your next executive-level interview and position. Our executive-level process includes thorough vetting and intelligent thought process to ensure the best possible Writer is selected to work with you on your application. Our Quality Assurance Manager is also available for all senior level revisions if required; this service is part of our 30-day revision process. READ MORE
Nursing Resume Writing
Select Resumes have the ability to deliver quality professional resumes for those candidates looking to begin or advance their careers in the health sector. Whether you are a nurse, doctor, midwife or any other allied health professional, our expert resume writers will help you further your career with a world-class resume, cover letter and selection criteria if required. READ MORE
Teaching Resume Writing
When applying for a teaching or other role in the education industry, it can take some time to put together an eye-catching application package! Whether you are a newly graduated teacher or looking to gain promotion to a leadership role, the competition can be tough! You must showcase your credentials, skills, and experience in just the right manner and the thought of doing so can be off-putting for most, meaning you may be missing out on those dream roles! READ MORE
Graduate Resume Writing
As a Graduate, it can be difficult to achieve the job you want in the field of your newly found expertise. Competitive job markets and increasing amounts of students means there are fewer opportunities than ever. Making sure you stand out amongst the crowd is a must. Working with our experienced team you will learn key insights into the job market, ensuring you are well in front of the pack. READ MORE
Mining Resume Writing
Our ‘Senior or Experienced’ professional mining resume service is catered for those in higher, more complex, or senior roles, we will talk to you about which one of our professional mining resume writers will be most suited to your experience. When it comes to creating an ‘Entry Level’ mining resume, our specialist mining resume service can cater for you too. READ MORE
Blue Collar Resume Writing
There are demands for skilled workers and experienced supervisors to help build the next stage of our expanding infrastructure. The opportunities and lifestyle that come with these positions are highly desirable. In this changing economy, job security is a must so securing a position within a stable company is what everyone wants. It is getting harder and harder to rely on simple word of mouth to secure a new position as there are so many people in the same boat. READ MORE
Our Career Services
Selection Criteria Writing
Public Sector positions require a Key Selection Criteria (KSC) to be written as part of the application process. The selection criteria statement is essentially about the key skills, education and experience needed to perform the position in question. Commonly selection criteria applications contain 5 – 8 scenarios to demonstrate in your response. A KSC is also a good example of candidates written communication skills. It is essential your selection criteria is of the highest standard if you wish to attract serious consideration for your application. READ MORE
LinkedIn Profile Writing
Select Resumes provides a professional LinkedIn Profile Writing service to give you the best chance to leave a positive impression. The profile we create gives your potential employer an opportunity to read a clear rundown of your career history, as well as a look at your key skills, recommendations from co-workers and managers, certifications, interests, volunteer work and connections. READ MORE
Interview Skills Coaching
The key benefit of Select Resumes interview skills coaching is improved verbal communication ability. Overall, you will gain increased self-confidence. Interview skills coaching will continue to deliver benefits throughout your career, in meetings, presentations, negotiations and general business communication. READ MORE
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Five step resume writing process
Our five-stage process works to make sure your resume is carefully researched, written and designed. We ensure your document is edited and approved by multiple members of our team so that you receive the best resume possible.
1. Consultation
One of our experienced writers will get in touch with you for an in-depth phone consultation in order to discuss your career history, skills and achievements along with your short-term and long-term career goals.
2. Writing
Your writer will then create a highly professional and persuasive resume and cover letter from the information they have gathered from you via your phone consultation and email.
3. Editing
The writer then sends your resume and cover letter to our editing team to ensure that the punctuation, spelling and grammar and general presentation of your information is flawless.
4. Design
The completed and proofread draft is then sent to our graphic designer, who will create a unique and professional design in alignment with your preferences and required specifications.
5. A 30 day guarantee period applies to all jobs
During this time you can request any revisions or amendments to any part of the writing, editing and design process.
Our writers are experienced in writing resumes for a range of industries, including:
- Building and Construction
- Arts and Communication
- Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Business Management and Administration
- Education and Training
- Finance
- IT
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
- HR
- Government and Public Services
- Healthcare
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Law, Corrections and Security
- Manufacturing
- Sales and Marketing
- Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
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Our Case Studies
Manufacturing worker seeks mining role
Manufacturing process worker seeks mining operational role to diversify his skills and obtain career progression opportunities. Select Resumes helps him showcase his capabilities. ...
Multi-Skilled Plant Operator Cover Letter and Resume
The client has extensive experience as a multi-skilled Plant Operator in a number of different fields, such as railway development and pipeline construction. After completion of a large-scale pipeline project, the client was seeking to apply for similar positions within his organisation....
Case Study – Executive Assistant / Coordination Officer
Upon receiving this order for an executive-level statement of claims, I immediately noticed that it would be a challenging document to complete, as it required addressing a substantial amount of information within a one-page document. The client had been previously working as a Finance Manager for a large company and was looking to transition to a public-sector role. ...
Case Study – Park and Garden Attendant – Resume, Cover Letter and Selection Criteria
The client had been working for a Council as a Park and Garden Attendant since May 2018 on a contract basis and had the chance to apply for a permanent position that had been made available on an internal basis only. The client had a diverse range of experience, including sales and leadership positions, but their passion lies in horticulture, and so he was very eager to secure this position. ...
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