Workforce Solutions Consultant – Illawarra and Shoalhaven
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The Personnel Group is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting individuals and communities across Australia since 1986. Originally focused on helping people with disabilities transition into open employment, the organisation has expanded its services to include Employment, Health, Training, and Community support through a wraparound model. Operating under sub-brands like MP Recruitment and Aspire Support Services, it serves metro, regional, and rural areas. Despite its growth, The Personnel Group remains committed to its founding values of relationship-building, equity, and inclusion, aiming to create a fairer and more equal world through innovation and integrated services.
We are looking for a passionate and strategic Workforce Solutions Consultant to support Australian businesses in building inclusive workforces. Operating across your allocated region, you'll connect employers with job-ready candidates, promote inclusive hiring practices, and lead local engagement initiatives that create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability.
This is a full-time role based in Dapto. Travel across the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions will be required to support employer engagement and community events.
Key Responsibilities
* Engage with employers to identify workforce needs and promote inclusive hiring
* Source vacancies and reverse market job-ready customers into industries of choice
* Refer suitable opportunities to MP Recruitment for labour hire, permanent, and executive roles
* Job carve and customise roles to suit individual customer capabilities
* Support employment sustainability through collaboration with internal and external supports
* Provide strategic input to the IEA team on employer engagement best practices
* Develop and implement local Employer Engagement Strategies
* Manage and grow the Community Champions Program, including employer-hosted events
* Facilitate career exploration, work experience, and industry taster opportunities
* Deliver place-based and office-based servicing across regions
* Represent MP Recruitment/Personnel Employment with professionalism and a solutions-focused approach
* Adhere to Personnel Group policies and procedures
What You'll Bring
* Strong understanding of inclusive employment practices and workplace accessibility
* Experience in employer engagement, recruitment, sales, or business development
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
* Ability to match job-ready customers to meaningful career opportunities
* Strong administrative, digital literacy (Microsoft Office/CRM), and event coordination skills
* Passion for creating inclusive workplaces and supporting community employment outcomes
* Compliance-ready: Police Check, Working with Children Check (as required)
* Current Driver's Licence
Why work with us?
Benefits
At Personnel Group, we prioritize your growth and well-being in a supportive atmosphere. With flexible work options, you can customize your schedule to suit your needs. Our diverse and inclusive environment values different perspectives and backgrounds, promoting a culture of equality and respect. Working at the Personnel Group you will enjoy the following benefits:
* Dedicated Induction and Onboarding time
* Flexible work options
* Major retailer discounts
* Health insurance and household expense benefits
* Health and Wellbeing app
* Not-for-profit salary packaging
* Birthday leave (Conditions apply)
* Smartphone and laptop provided
* Relocation opportunities: City, Sea, Mountains, Country
* Accredited training opportunities
* Employee Assistance Program: career, family, financial, and health counselling
Application Process
To apply, submit your resume, evidence of relevant qualifications and a cover letter detailing your interest and suitability. Applications close Wednesday 17th September 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for pre-screening and possibly formal interviews before the closing date.
Additional Information
Preferred candidates must complete an online psychometric assessment and compliance checks, including NDIS workers clearance, National Police, and Working with Children checks. A driver's license is preferred. For a position description or more information about the role, please email our People and Culture team on ****@personnelgroup.com.au
The Personnel Group is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from people who have a disability, are LGBTIQA+, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent.
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