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Community Engagement and Career Consultant

  • 493342
  • Melbourne
  • Apprentice Connect Provider
  • Parental Leave Contract

About MEGT 

 
MEGT is an Australian not-for-profit business which has created great job outcomes for more than one million Australians since 1982 

 
Our purpose is to inspire people and enable businesses and communities to create life changing, lifelong learning and employment for all. People are the foundation of our business and the reason we do what we do. We know that investing in people is what grows our business and are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work
 

MEGT is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and Child Safe Organisation. We have a culture that values safety, diversity, and inclusion and encourage all applicants, including minorities, genders, protected veterans, First Nations People and individuals with disability to find their ME with MEGT. You can read more about MEGT and our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace here https://www.megt.com.au/about-us 

 

The MEGT Difference 

 
At MEGT as a Great Place to Work, we understand the importance of work life balance and offer meaningful benefits to support you and your career at MEGT: 

 

  • Flexible working arrangements 
  • Fully maintained company car 
  • We offer 14 weeks paid parental leave and continued support through our partnership with Circle In  
  • Generous leave entitlements including 3 days paid close down leave over Christmas  
  • Access exclusive discounts on private health insurance through our partnerships with HCF, Bupa, and Medibank! 
  • Opportunity to buy additional annual leave or cash out annual leave  
  • Access to salary packaging options (no PBI) 
  • Inclusive, supported and continuous growth development through study support   
  • Employee Assistance Program for staff and family members including a Nurse on Call service 
  • Retail and entertainment discounts across leading brands 
  • Pro-rata long service leave after seven years 

 

The Opportunity 

 

Based from Ringwood, this is your opportunity to join our Apprentice Connect Provider division and work with Australia’s largest single provider.  

  

Reporting to the Field Operations Manager the Community Engagement and Career Consultant (CECC) will be responsible for engaging with secondary schools across eastern Victoria to promote apprenticeships, including Australian School-based Apprenticeships (ASbAs), as valuable pathways to learning. This role involves assisting students in identifying suitable VET and employment pathways while working in alignment with the School Engagement Plan to meet the expectations set by Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR). 

 

The CECC will also lead marketing and promotional efforts to raise awareness of apprenticeship opportunities among apprentices, employers, schools, and career advisors within their region. This position will work collaboratively with the state field operations teams and other divisional teams to recognise opportunities to increase commencements and contribute to continuous improvement in terms of business performance and quality. 

 

This is a Parental Leave Cover till 10th January 2026

  

MEGT's core values United, Savvy, Trailblazers, and Thrive are at the heart of this role, guiding everything we do!  

 

About you 

 

You will be an ambitious, driven self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships. 

 

As the successful candidate, you will ideally demonstrate the following skills and qualities: 

 

  • Experience or understanding of the Support Services Program, VET sector, employment pathways, and contemporary recruitment methodologies is essential. 

  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. 

  • Relevant qualifications or experience in career advice, career development, or recruitment services are highly regarded. 

  • Professional presentation with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders. 

  • Confident in representing MEGT with knowledge and professionalism. 

  • Ability to identify and pursue business growth opportunities. 

  • Sound decision-making skills and the ability to analyse complex situations and find effective solutions. 

  • High computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office Suite. 

  • Organised and detail-oriented, with a commitment to compliance with policies and guidelines. 

  • Quick to acquire knowledge of new programs and systems. 

  • Flexible and adaptable to a changing work environment. 

  • Current driver’s licence and ability to travel  

 

MEGT is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm as we have zero tolerance of racism, discrimination, harm, or abuse. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which includes a National Police Check, State/Territory Working with Children Check, reference checks, verify your right to work in Australia and confirmation of qualifications. 

 

How to Apply 

 

We want to make finding your ME with MEGT accessible and inclusive.  

If you are interested in this opportunity and want to have a career at a Great Place to Work, we encourage you to submit your application by clicking the apply button. If you would prefer to apply in another format or mode, or require any assistance, additional support, or have questions about this role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@megt.com.au or on 1300 634 863. 

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