Regional Manager - Workforce Australia

Verto; Dubbo; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company Vehicle with private leaseback

Salary packaging up to $18,550

5 weeks annual leave

Company-funded qualifications

Internal leadership and career growth

Salary continuance insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Descripción de la vacante

VERTO is seeking a senior leader to establish and oversee the Workforce Australia program across the Far West Orana Employment Region from Dubbo. The role drives program delivery, contract compliance and the performance of a multi-site team.

You will lead 3 Team Leaders and 14 Employment Consultants across 9 VERTO sites, travel as required, and apply strong government-funded employment services expertise to achieve outcomes for participants and stakeholders.

Formación

• Proven leadership experience in employment services or government-funded programs.
• Strong business acumen and financial management skills.
• Ability to mentor high-performance teams and deliver outcomes for stakeholders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Workforce Australia or similar programs.
• Excellent people leadership and relationship-building skills.

Responsabilidades

• Establish and ensure the ongoing success of the Workforce Australia program across the Far West Orana region.
• Lead a high-performing team: 3 Team Leaders and 14 Employment Consultants across 9 VERTO sites.
• Ensure contractually compliant service delivery and strong operational management.
• Travel across the Far West Orana region as required to support regional delivery.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

People leadership

Financial management

Educación

Business/Management qualification

Descripción del empleo

Full-time position based in Dubbo servicing the Far West Orana Employment Region.

(Alternative base locations across the region may be considered for the right candidate)

About the program

Workforce Australia is the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations’ employment services program that supports people to build their skills, overcome barriers and move towards meaningful, sustainable employment. Through personalised support, participants can access employment assistance, training and development opportunities, work experience and connections to local services that help them become job-ready and achieve their employment goals.

About the role

This pivotal role is responsible for establishing and ensuring the ongoing success of the Workforce Australia program across the Far West Orana Employment Region. You will lead a high-performing team consisting of 3 Team Leaders and 14 Employment Consultant servicing 9 VERTO sites and manage operational requirements to deliver a high-performing, contractually compliant service. A strong understanding of the Workforce Australia program or government-funded employment services is essential.

What we offer

• Company Vehiclewith private leaseback option
• Salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Company-funded qualifications and professional development
• Internal leadership and career progression opportunities
• Salary continuance insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

About you

• Proven business acumen, including sound program and financial management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and a track record of achievement within the employment services industry.
• Expertise in managing and mentoring high-performance teams, delivering quality outcomes for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of government-funded employment services programs, ideally including Workforce Australia.
• Exceptional people and leadership skills, fostering a positive, outcome-driven team culture aligned with VERTO’s values and People Plan.
• Innovative relationship-building skills, thriving in a performance-driven and compliance-focused environment.
• Experience in a similar senior role, managing a comparable portfolio size.
• Relevant qualifications in business, management, or a related field.
• Flexibility to travel, primarily throughout the Far West Orana Region.

About us

VERTO is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been transforming lives and strengthening communities for more than 40 years. These services include:

• Employment Services
• Training and Education
• Indigenous Services
• Community services
• Tenants Advice & Advocacy
• Financial Counselling

VERTO is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for children, young people and vulnerable people. All VERTO team members share responsibility for maintaining a culture of safety, respect and inclusion. We welcome requests for reasonable adjustments to support participation throughout the recruitment process.

Applications will close: The selection process will commence upon the receipt of applications & will close at 9am Friday the 4th of December 2026 or prior, if a suitable candidate is found.