Jobs Coach

Join a team that’s making a difference in the Glenorchy community!The Glenorchy Jobs Hub is dedicated to connecting local people with local jobs. We’re looking for a motivated and community-minded Job Coach to support individuals in their training, career readiness, and journey to sustainable employment.In this rewarding position, you’ll provide hands-on support to job seekers and strengthen connections with local employers. You’ll play a key role in building employment pathways, coordinating workforce development activities, and ensuring positive, lasting employment outcomes for our community.Key responsibilities:Develop and maintain strong relationships with local employers and job seekers.Match job seekers to suitable vacancies and provide tailored employment advice.Coordinate training and workforce development initiatives that respond to local needs.Engage with employers to understand their workforce requirements and promote Jobs Hub services.Maintain accurate and up-to-date job seeker information within our CRM system.Provide post-placement and on-the-job support to both job seekers and employers.Collaborate with the Jobs Hub Coordinator to identify trends, opportunities, and community needs.Represent the Jobs Hub at community events, meetings, and networking opportunities.Work closely with local Employment Service Providers to identify and connect suitable candidates.About you:You’re a people-focused professional with a passion for helping others succeed. You bring a proactive approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.What you'll bring:To be successful in this role, you will have:Proven experience in recruitment, employment services, or a related field.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet targets and deadlines.Sound knowledge of unemployment issues and proven strategies for supporting job seekers into sustainable work.A flexible, resilient, and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.Position details:Fixed term until 30 September 2027Full time – 76 hours per fortnightWhat's in it for you:Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice, providing a great work culture and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.Enjoy a regular rostered day off every fortnight (full-time roles only).15% Superannuation.Annual salary increases.A motivated team that supports each other, values innovation, celebrates success and has a bit of fun along the way.Ongoing training and career development opportunities.Access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025Our commitment to community:Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.How to apply:To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.Your application must include:A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria, applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills, experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.A current RésuméCover letter (optional)Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 26 July 2026For further information on this position, contact Carmen Walpole, Coordinator Jobs Hub on (03) 6216 6800.Position Description - Jobs Coach AUD Glenorchy 7010

Jobs Coach

Join a team that’s making a difference in the Glenorchy community!

The Glenorchy Jobs Hub is dedicated to connecting local people with local jobs. We’re looking for a motivated and community-minded Job Coach to support individuals in their training, career readiness, and journey to sustainable employment.

In this rewarding position, you’ll provide hands-on support to job seekers and strengthen connections with local employers. You’ll play a key role in building employment pathways, coordinating workforce development activities, and ensuring positive, lasting employment outcomes for our community.

Key responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with local employers and job seekers.
  • Match job seekers to suitable vacancies and provide tailored employment advice.
  • Coordinate training and workforce development initiatives that respond to local needs.
  • Engage with employers to understand their workforce requirements and promote Jobs Hub services.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date job seeker information within our CRM system.
  • Provide post-placement and on-the-job support to both job seekers and employers.
  • Collaborate with the Jobs Hub Coordinator to identify trends, opportunities, and community needs.
  • Represent the Jobs Hub at community events, meetings, and networking opportunities.
  • Work closely with local Employment Service Providers to identify and connect suitable candidates.

    About you:

    You’re a people-focused professional with a passion for helping others succeed. You bring a proactive approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

    What you'll bring:

    To be successful in this role, you will have:

    • Proven experience in recruitment, employment services, or a related field.
    • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.
    • Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet targets and deadlines.
    • Sound knowledge of unemployment issues and proven strategies for supporting job seekers into sustainable work.
    • A flexible, resilient, and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

      Position details:

      • Fixed term until 30 September 2027
      • Full time – 76 hours per fortnight

      What's in it for you:

      • Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice, providing a great work culture and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
      • Enjoy a regular rostered day off every fortnight (full-time roles only).
      • 15% Superannuation.
      • Annual salary increases.
      • A motivated team that supports each other, values innovation, celebrates success and has a bit of fun along the way.
      • Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
      • Access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
      • Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

      Our commitment to community:

      Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

      How to apply:

      To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

      Your application must include:

      • A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria, applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills, experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.
      • A current Résumé
      • Cover letter (optional)

      Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

      Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 26 July 2026

      For further information on this position, contact Carmen Walpole, Coordinator Jobs Hub on (03) 6216 6800.