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Indigenous Opportunities – School Cleaners Penrith & Surrounding Suburbs

Penrith, NEW South Wales Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

Partnered with Broadspectrum and the Australian Government, The Indigenous Employment Parity Initiative is assisting Broadspectrum to increase their Indigenous employment in our local communities by helping build long-lasting careers for our mob within the Newcastle, Upper Hunter, Central Coast, and Western Sydney Regions.

About the role:

Reporting directly through to the Cleaning Supervisor you will provide a high quality of Cleaning Services to the Public Schools, TAFE Colleges and Government Buildings in the Newcastle, Central Coast, Upper Hunter and Western/Northern Sydney regions.

We are currently seeking Cleaners around Penrith and its Surrounding Suburbs, which include:  

  • Blaxland
  • Doonside
  • Emu Plains
  • St Marys
  • Wentworth falls
  • South Penrith

The suitable applicant must have a current driver’s licence and reliable transport must be able to pass a National Police Check, Pre-Employment Medical (including drug & alcohol testing) and obtain a paid Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Hours of work consist of either early morning (4-8.30am) or afternoon (2.30-6 pm) subject to change. Shifts are either morning, afternoon or a combination of both.

Key duties will include:

  • Mopping, sweeping, dusting, and vacuuming, you will need to be able to complete various duties under strict timelines
  • Deliver excellent communication and customer service.
  • Maintenance of stock supplies and orders

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience and knowledge working within a cleaning and/or customer service environment.
  • Good communication and time management skills.
  • An eye for detail and being proactive.
  • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Certificate II/III in Cleaning Services (preferred but not essential).

Benefits:

In return, this position offers competitive wages, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for ongoing permanent work.

If this exciting opportunity is for you, please click on the “APPLY” button.

This is an Indigenous- identified position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (according to Section 14 (d) of the Anti-discrimination act. 

Broadspectrum respectfully acknowledges Indigenous Australians both past and present as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we work.

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing Diversity and Creating Inclusion is a key component of our Talent Management Strategy. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success, creating a high-performance business.

Position Reference Number: 106090

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Business Analyst – Clerk Grade 7/8 – Business And Reporting Unit; Policy Planning And Programs – Central Sydney – Ongoing – Aboriginal & Non-Aboriginal Talent Pool

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

ABOUT THE ROLE

 

We are looking for a candidate who can support the Senior Business Analyst through timely and accurate responses to ad hoc data requests and preparing interactive reports that facilitate service monitoring and decision making. 

 

We are looking for a candidate that can communicate with report users by providing interpretation and analysis of the data whilst demonstrating a sound understanding of any limitations of the data. 

 

ABOUT YOU 

  

The successful applicant will have a tertiary qualification in statistics, or behavioural or social sciences or relevant work experience.

 

Demonstrate experience in providing accurate and timely reports; advanced skills in the use of Excel; familiar with SQL; have strong verbal and written communication skills and able to build effective working relationships with report users at all levels. 

 

The successful applicant will be self-motivated and work well under pressure in a dynamic and changing environment.

 

  

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Solicitor In Charge – Legal Officer Grade V – Sutherland (Ongoing) Aboriginal & Non-Aboriginal Combined Recruitment – 00007K7F

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

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ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

Lead and manage the day to day activities of the Regional Office to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources and delivery of high quality services that meet the needs of the clients and community.

 

Develop key relationships with internal and external stakeholders including the private profession, legal assistance providers and the courts. Conduct a legal practice as other priorities permit.

 

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
 

• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW 

 

• Ability to provide a valid Practising Certificate upon commencement 

 

• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check

 

• Australian or NZ citizenship or Australian Permanent Resident is an essential requirement of applying for an Ongoing role

 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.

Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.

Applicants are requested to attach:

• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)

• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:

 

1. Identify the two biggest challenges you would face in this role and your strategies for overcoming them.

 

2. How would you effectively monitor service delivery for the whole of the Sutherland Legal Aid office?

The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.

This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.

 

Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.

 

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.

 

ABORIGINAL AND NON ABORIGINAL COMBINED RECRUITMENT

 

This recruitment is open to Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal applicants. In the pre-screening questions you will need to provide information on whether you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Aboriginality is defined by descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such.

  

For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal network, career development opportunities and support systems please email aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au

 

FURTHER INFORMATION

• Ongoing opportunity at Sutherland (35HPW)
• Enquiries: Rob Hoyles on (02) 9219 5620 or email: robert.hoyles@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
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Watchroom Operator – Wagga Wagga (Forest Hill)

Wagga Wagga, NEW South Wales Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

Our Rescue & Fire Fighting (RFF) services currently extend from stations in WA, SA, VIC, NSW and QLD. Due to the evolving nature of this contract, we are currently employing a Watchroom Operator in our Fire and Rescue operations at Defence Base Wagga Wagga NSW. This role can be a career as a Watch room operator working within the Emergency Services and Defence Industry or the first step into a career as a Firefighter.

Responsibilities:
•    To maintain an effective operational readiness in accordance with the relevant policies and guidelines of Broadspectrum.
•    Respond fire crews to incidents as required at the applicable fire station and maintain support and communications where required to the Incident Controller.
•    Assist the OIC of the Fire Station to ensure that all relevant administrative duties associated with the operational aspect of the fire station are performed.
•    Participate in the Fire Station training and development plan.
 Mandatory Requirements:
You must hold or be able to RPL the following:
•    PUAFIR215       Prevent Injury
•    PUAOPE002B   Operate Communications Equipment
•    PUATEA001B   Work in a Team
•    PUACOM001C  Communicate in the Workplace
•    PUATEA002B   Work Autonomously
Highly Desirable:
•    Previous experience in some form of communications room.
Other Requirements:
•    A strong focus on team orientation
•    You must be an Australian Citizen and able to maintain a Department of Defence Security Clearance.
Benefits:
•    Be part of a long-term defence contract.
•    Competitive remuneration package.

 

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and create a high-performance business.  Broadspectrum has an ongoing commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our Elevated Reconciliation Action Plan.  
 
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

Position Reference Number: 109007 

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Driver

Melbourne, Victoria Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

Broadspectrum is an operations, maintenance and construction services organisation, operating globally in the resources, energy, industrial, infrastructure, rail, property and defence sectors. This is a diverse and growing business offering the training, opportunities and support you need to begin and build a successful career.

We are currently looking to engage qualified drivers for a part time permanent/casual position working 2-3 days per week. This position will see you based at Laverton Defence Base Site within the Stores & Transport team. 

Key Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

  • Driving Defence Members to and from appointments locally or in Melbourne (tasks are typically around 4 hours long)
  • Vehicle operator maintenance including cleaning, inspecting, basic fault finding, minor repairs and tyre wheel changing on all vehicles licensed and qualified to operate
  • Conduct non-technical inspections on fleet vehicles.
  • Carrying out mailing duties (sorting, distribution & delivery between bases)
  • Basic paperwork and filing

Requirements:

  • A valid Taxi Directorate
  • Minimum of VIC Driving Licence (unrestricted)
  • MR Licence (HC or HR desirable)
  • Well presented with good customer service skills
  • Knowledge of Melbourne Metro Area

 

Benefits
This is your chance to experience the safe, rewarding and performance driven culture you deserve and provide work/life balance in a casual role

Please visit the Careers section of our website or Click “APPLY” to forward your application CV, along with copies of your trade qualifications and proof of Citizenship.The incumbent to this role must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance up to the level of Negative Vetting Level 1 (Secret) and be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical including a drug & alcohol test. As a result of this requirement the incumbent must be an Australian Citizen

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing Diversity and Creating Inclusion is a key component of our Talent Management Strategy. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success, creating a high-performance business. For more information about us, visit www.broadspectrum.com

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and create a high-performance business.  Broadspectrum has an ongoing commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our Elevated Reconciliation Action Plan.  
 
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

Position Reference Number: 108970 

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HR Professionals

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory Government vacancies

The Opportunities
 
The National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) is looking to reimagine HR and we need your skills, experience and forward thinking to help us grow our team of Human Resources (HR) professionals.
 
We procure a number of HR services through a shared service arrangement, and deliver a range of services in-house. We are looking to fill vacancies (ongoing and non-ongoing) across the following functions:
 

  • Employment Conditions (Industrial & Workplace Relations)
  • Recruitment & Entry Level Programs
  • Senior HR Generalists

 
We have a broad range of important projects for you to contribute to this year and beyond:
 

  • Negotiating and implementing the Agency’s first enterprise agreement
  • Managing workplace matters within regions across the whole of Australia, including decentralisation activities
  • Developing strategic recruitment advice and embedding workforce planning
  • Developing a best practice leadership continuum for all staff
  • Contributing to the culture of the Agency through workforce strategies around attendance, and wellbeing, developing a performance management framework, learning and development initiatives and career conversations.

 
As a new Agency the NIAA is fast paced, agile and looking to expand our expertise to align with our emerging HR priorities.  
 
We are seeking candidates with strong attention to detail who are capable of delivering practical, accurate and often complex advice, while being innovative and thinking outside the box.
 
Our HR team support a large, geographically disperse Agency, with an on the ground presence in every Australian state and Territory.
 
Our Ideal Candidates
 
To be successful, you will demonstrate technical expertise and have in-depth knowledge of relevant employment frameworks and legislation in your area or areas of professional expertise.  You will need to be comfortable with influencing and negotiating, and be adept at building relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. As a new agency we work in a dynamic and fast paced environment, our ideal candidates must be people who are business focused and can deliver under pressure to meet tight timeframes, manage competing priorities and respond quickly and flexibly to change.
 
As the lead Commonwealth Agency for Indigenous Australians, you will need to have an appreciation, awareness and understanding of issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities and be commitment to developing your ongoing cultural competency.
 
 
Key candidate capabilities for each classification include, but are not limited to:  
 
APS Level 4:

  • Provide professional HR advice that is accurate and in line with relevant legislation
  • Research and contribute to HR policies, talking points and projects
  • Have good attention to detail and be capable of providing advice to staff and stakeholders both internally and externally

 
APS Level 5:

  • Ability to exercise good judgement and risk management skills, identifying and escalating key issues as necessary
  • Capability to provide input into strategic HR work and provide advice on HR matters of a moderate complexity
  • Have strong written and verbal communications skills, and be confident and capable in contributing to executive briefs, researching and developing HR policies

 
APS Level 6:

  • Ability to exercise excellent judgement and risk management skills and operate under limited direction
  • Capability to design and lead on larger scale strategic HR solutions and initiatives
  • Be capable of providing advice on often complex and difficult HR matters.
  • Have strong written and verbal communications skills, and be confident in writing executive briefs, including senate estimates briefing, developing and leading policy reviews and design.

 
Our ideal candidates should be passionate about contributing to a positive, enthusiastic and driven HR and broader Corporate Services team.
 
Candidates with a tertiary qualification/s in Human Resources and related fields or those with AHRI HR certification are strongly encouraged to apply.  
 
We are committed to and encourage professional and capability development including on the job and external training, mentoring and coaching.  We work closely across agencies and collaborate on best practice and new ideas. 
 
Eligibility:
 
To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application. 

The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level.

How to Apply
 
If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Submit an online application by Wednesday, 11 March 2020 at 11:30PM AEDT. No late applications will be accepted.
 
As part of your application you will need to provide:
 

  • Your resume/CV, including two referees
  • A one page pitch letter telling us how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications makes you the best person for the job – this includes addressing cultural competency.

 
 

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ASSOCIATE LECTURER IN RURAL PLACEMENT EDUCATION

Wangaratta, Vic, Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: 0050249

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Wangaratta, Vic

Division/Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department/School: Melbourne Medical School

Salary: $72,083 – $97,812 (Level A)

Role & Superannuation rate: Academic – Part time – 17% super

Join the Going Rural Health team to develop and deliver education in rural health for university students undertaking rural placements, and the staff who support them. In this role, you will develop, deliver, facilitate and evaluate education and training for staff and students from diverse health disciplines.

For full details and to apply: http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/902400/associate-lecturer-in-rural-placement-education

Applications close: 22 Mar 2020 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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Capenter – Woomera

woomera, South Australia Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

Broadspectrum is an operations, maintenance and construction services organisation, operating globally in the resources, energy, industrial, infrastructure, rail, property and defence sectors. This is a diverse and growing business offering the training, opportunities and support you need to begin and build a successful career.

Broadspectrum are seeking expressions of interest from experienced and qualified Capenter to deliver services throughout South Australia on our long term Defence Base Services contract.

This position will see you based at the Woomera Defence Precinct, in an ongoing, full time position within the Estate Upkeep team

 
We are seeking Trade Qualified Carpenters with experience in maintenance and joinery to undertake a range of maintenance activities including preventative maintenance and planned works.  Further you will:

 

  • Conduct maintenance tasks and repair work on buildings
  • Complete work orders and verify tasks in accordance with defence requirements
  • Entry of work orders into the defence MILIS system
  • Report and qualify detected equipment faults to supervisors
  • Responsible for costing of small works
  • Assist the Maintenance Manager with job timing, work scheduling, work instructions and job plans in conjunction with technical services.

 
Skills and Experience

  • Trade Certificate in Carpentry
  • Hold a Valid Australian Drivers Licence
  • Be experienced within facilities and commercial maintenance
  • You must be able to obtain an ADF Clearance

 
Benefits
This is your chance to experience the safe, rewarding and performance driven culture you deserve.

Please note that the successful applicant will be required to reside in the Woomera Township in order to satisfy the requirements of the role.

Defence housing will be made available to the successful applicant at a subsidised rate.
 

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and create a high-performance business.  Broadspectrum has an ongoing commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our Elevated Reconciliation Action Plan.  
 
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

Position Reference Number: 109305 

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MELBOURNE INDIGENOUS PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 2020

The University of Melbourne,, Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: 000003

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Multiple Locations


Picture yourself at The University of Melbourne in 2020!

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

About the program

MIPEP is a two-year employment development opportunity for Indigenous Australians. Participants will receive on-the-job training for various systems and processes as well as completion of a nationally recognized Diploma in Business in the first year.

For more information about MIPEP, visit:  https://murrupbarak.unimelb.edu.au/#employment

To be successful in this role you will:

– Be enthusiastic and committed about developing your career at the University of Melbourne

–  Enjoy working as part of a team

–  Have effective written and verbal communication skills

–  Hold strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

–  Maximise your benefits through our Salary Packaging scheme

–  Flexible family friendly policies, providing generous leave and working conditions

–  The opportunity to work in a culturally rich environment

–  A substantial discount to eligible staff and their immediate families in undertaking further studies at the University of Melbourne

To find out more, go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits  

Culture

The University is a vibrant campus. We have well-established clubs and networks giving the opportunity to engage and collaborate with other staff around the University. We strive to create an environment where staff and students promote culturally inclusive behaviour and activities, ensure cultural differences are heard and explored, and actively seek to learn from other cultures.

Reconciliation

Throughout its reconciliation journey, the University of Melbourne has maintained a strong track record of following through with its RAP commitments and building meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. To find out more about reconciliation at the University of Melbourne see https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation

To view the Position Description, see the University advertisement here:
http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/902586/melbourne-indigenous-professional-employment-program-2020

How to apply

Please do not apply via the University website. Applications are being managed externally by AFL SportsReady. For more information about the duties and responsibilities, selection criteria and recruitment process, please see the AFL SportsReady job board:
https://aflsportsready.com.au/jobs-board/melbourne-indigenous-professional-employment-program/

Advertised: 18 Mar 2020 12:00 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 03 Apr 2020 5:00 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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Senior Project Officer – Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Program – Clerk Grade 9/10 – Policy Planning and Programs – Central Sydney – Ongoing – Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Combined Recruitment

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

~~Work Life Balance
•Attractive Salary
•Job Security

 

 

ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
 Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

ABOUT THE ROLE

 

The role of Senior Project Officer provides high level advice and support to the Manager, WDVCAP and WDVCAP-funded services in relation to domestic and family violence issues, policies and reform initiatives, and program management.

 

ABOUT YOU

 

The successful applicant will be a motivated and committed team member, able to deliver work to a high standard in tight timeframes and to collaborate with a range of stakeholders. The successful applicant will also have a detailed understanding of domestic and family violence and the domestic and family violence service system in NSW.

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check      

                  

• Australian or NZ citizenship or Australian Permanent Resident is an essential requirement of applying for an Ongoing role

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