Employment Consultant

IntoJobs; Emerald; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Company laptop

Wellbeing program

Wellbeing initiatives

Long service leave

Team environment

Job summary

IntoJobs in Australia is seeking an Employment Consultant to support participants in the Workforce Australia program. You will work one‑on‑one with a caseload, providing tailored, people‑centred support to help them overcome barriers and secure meaningful employment.

The role balances outcomes with relationships and administrative duties in a fast‑paced setting. You’ll motivate, engage and support individuals while building strong ties with employers and delivering post‑placement assistance.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience supporting people from varied socio‑economic backgrounds.
• Results‑focused mindset and comfort working towards targets.
• Strong organisation, administration and reporting skills.
• Flexibility to manage competing priorities in a changing environment.
• Experience in employment services, recruitment, community services or a related field (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Motivating and empowering job seekers to build skills, confidence and work readiness.
• Identifying and addressing barriers to employment.
• Creating tailored service and support plans.
• Connecting participants with suitable, sustainable employment opportunities.
• Building strong relationships with local and national employers.
• Providing post‑placement support to job seekers and employers.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Caseload management

Organisation & admin

Reporting skills

Flexibility

Tools

MS Office

Database skills

Job description

Help people change their lives through meaningful work

Do you believe employment can be life‑changing?

Are you motivated by helping people overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve sustainable work outcomes?

IntoJobs, part of the IntoWork Group, is seeking a passionate Employment Consultant to support participants in the Workforce Australia program to move into fulfilling, long‑term employment.

This is a hands‑on, people‑focused role where no two days are the same – and where your work genuinely makes a difference.

About the Role

As an Employment Consultant, you’ll work one‑on‑one with a caseload of participants, providing tailored, people‑centred support to help them overcome barriers and achieve meaningful employment outcomes.

Your success will come from your ability to motivate, engage and support individuals while balancing outcomes, relationships and administration in a fast‑paced environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Motivating and empowering job seekers to build skills, confidence and work readiness
• Identifying and addressing barriers to employment
• Creating tailored service and support plans
• Connecting participants with suitable, sustainable employment opportunities
• Building strong relationships with local and national employers
• Providing post‑placement support to job seekers and employers

About You

You’re organised, empathetic and results‑focused, with a genuine passion for helping people succeed.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders
• Experience supporting people from varied socio‑economic backgrounds
• A results‑focused mindset and comfort working towards targets
• Strong organisation, administration and reporting skills
• Flexibility to manage competing priorities in a changing environment
• Experience in employment services, recruitment, community services or a related field (desirable, not essential)
• Intermediate MS Office and database skills
• A current driver’s licence (where travel is required)

About Us

IntoJobs exists to enable people and businesses to realise their potential through education, training and employment. We are committed to building stronger communities by creating sustainable workforce opportunities and delivering community‑based support services.

What We Offer

• Career development and progression in a purpose‑driven organisation
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Program (mental health, financial, legal and nutrition support)
• Access to IntoWork wellbeing initiatives
• 13 weeks long service leave, milestone recognition and service rewards
• A supportive team environment where your work truly matters

Our Commitment

IntoJobs and the IntoWork Group are committed to inclusion and equity and proudly support National Reconciliation through our Reconciliation Action Plan.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re looking to grow your career while changing lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and able to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.