Employment Consultant - Bendigo

CVGT; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax‑free salary packaging benefits

Enhanced leave benefits

Portable Long Service Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Perkbox employee discounts

Career progression opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

CVGT Employment in Victoria is seeking an Employment Consultant to guide participants through every stage of their employment journey, from coaching to applications and interviews. You’ll connect job seekers with opportunities, support resume preparation, and work with employers to identify placements.

Successful candidates bring experience in employment services or recruitment, strong case management skills, and a pragmatic, results‑driven approach.

Qualifications

• Background in employment services, training, or recruitment is desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrated capability in case management, including needs assessment, goal setting and progress tracking toward employment outcomes.
• Ability to build relationships with employers and stakeholders to identify opportunities and support placements.
• Results‑driven and adaptable in a KPI‑focused environment with strong digital literacy.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships, understand individual goals, and provide tailored coaching to help participants overcome barriers and achieve sustainable employment.
• Deliver practical support with resumes, applications, and interviews to strengthen confidence and employability.
• Proactively engage employers, reverse market participants, and identify suitable job opportunities.
• Manage a caseload effectively, providing consistent, personalised support throughout the employment journey.
• Maintain accurate records and manage complex administration, ensuring full compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Case management

Employer relationships

Results‑driven

Digital platforms

Stakeholder management

Job description

AtCVGT Employment, we believe meaningful work transforms lives. Since 1983, we’ve been connecting people to opportunity, supporting businesses with capable talent, and strengthening the communities we serve. As a not-for-profit, for-purpose organisation with over 100 locations across Victoria, NSW, and Tasmania, we’re proud to champion inclusive employment pathways.

As an Employment Consultant in the Workforce Australia program, you’ll play a hands‑on role in guiding participants through every stage of their employment journey. You’ll be the bridge between potential and possibility - helping individuals overcome barriers, discover their strengths, and secure meaningful, long term employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build trusted relationships, understand individual goals, and provide tailored coaching to help participants overcome barriers and achieve sustainable employment.
• Deliver practical support with resumes, applications, and interviews to strengthen confidence and employability.
• Proactively engage employers, reverse market participants, and identify suitable job opportunities.
• Manage a caseload effectively, providing consistent, personalised support throughout the employment journey.
• Maintain accurate records and manage complex administration, ensuring full compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Bring

A background in employment services, training, or recruitment is desirable, but not essential. We’re looking for someone who brings the right mindset and strengths across the following areas:

• Demonstrated capability in case management, including assessing needs, setting goals, and supporting progress toward employment outcomes.
• Proven ability to build relationships with employers and stakeholders, identify opportunities, and support job placements.
• Results‑driven and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, KPI‑focused environment.
• Highly proficient across digital platforms, with the ability to manage and navigate multiple systems efficiently.
• Full work rights in Australia, with the ability to obtain a National Police Check and Working withChildrenCheck.

Why You’ll Love Working at CVGT

You'll join a team that genuinely cares - for each other, our participants, and our communities. We work together to create an environment where everyone can contribute and belong.

• Boost your take‑home pay with tax free salary packaging benefits, including up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses, and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Enjoy enhanced leave benefits, including paid time off over Christmas.
• Portable Long Service Leave, enabling eligible employees to accrue long service benefits across the community services industry.
• Feel supported every day through our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing initiatives, and Perkbox employee discounts.
• Grow your career with ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.
• Be part of an inclusive workplace, proudly recognised as a Diversity Council of Australia Inclusive Employer (2025–2026).

Applications close on 20 November2026. Applications will be assessed as they are received. CVGT Employment reserves the right to close this advertisement prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.