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A strong contractor onboarding process doesn\u2019t need to be slow or painful. In fact, when it\u2019s done properly inside SiteConnect, onboarding contractors becomes faster, more consistent and far easier to manage at scale.<\/p>\n

This guide walks through the simple process of onboarding a contractor using the SiteConnect desktop<\/strong> platform<\/strong>. It shows\u00a0how to move from initial setup to site-ready approval – without endless emails, spreadsheets or rework.<\/p>\n

If you want contractor onboarding that reduces risk, ensures compliance and<\/em> keeps projects moving, this is where to start.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Add the contractor to SiteConnect<\/h2>\n

Every contractor onboarding process begins with the creation of a central contractor profile. This profile acts as the single source of truth for all key information, including worker details, pre\u2011qualification requirements, company and site documents, site assignments and overall compliance status. It\u2019s the foundation that keeps everything organised, consistent and easy to manage throughout the contractor\u2019s lifecycle.<\/span><\/p>\n

In SiteConnect, contractors can be added in two ways:<\/p>\n