When you strategically convert a temporary worker to a permanent employee, you not only reduce recruitment costs but also increase retention and job happiness. But how exactly do you go about this?
1. Identify the 'cultural fit' from day one
At TRIXXO JOBS we believe you can learn skills, but attitude and values cannot. The interim period is the perfect time to observe whether the interim worker matches the company culture.
- Our eXXpertise: Look beyond weekly performance. Does the employee show initiative? How does he interact with the permanent team? A candidate who quickly picks up on the unwritten rules of the workplace is a long-term candidate.
2. Use KPIs as a growth compass, not a control tool
Set clear expectations from the start. Strategic conversion starts with transparency.
- Data-driven decision-making: Measure not only outputs (such as units produced or calls handled), but also qualitative KPIs such as learning curve and problem-solving ability. Schedule a formal evaluation moment after month one and month three. At TRIXXO JOBS, we recommend explicitly sounding out the interim worker's ambitions at these moments. Nothing motivates a talent more than the prospect of a permanent contract.
3. The 70% moment: strike before the competition does
Don't wait until the interim period is about to end to open the conversation about a permanent contract.
- Strategic timing:As soon as an interim worker is functioning 70% autonomously and the "click" with the team is visible, it is time to express the intention for a permanent hire. This creates psychological security and loyalty. Good workers in the Belgian labour market do not go unnoticed for long; by acting in time, you prevent your hired talent from transferring to a competitor.
4. Onboarding does not stop at signing a contract
The move from interim to permanent contract should be celebrated as a full-fledged hire.
- Sustainable match: Make sure the transition is accompanied by an appropriate onboarding process focused on the long term. Consider training budgets, career guidance and integration into the pension plan. This confirms that you are investing in the people behind the employee.
The power of the human click
Converting a temporary worker to a permanent employee is the ultimate confirmation of a successful match. At TRIXXO JOBS, we do not see interim as an end station, but as a qualitative preliminary process. By strategically looking at talent and switching at the right times, you build a stable team that is ready for tomorrow's success.