Westgate Community Initiatives Group Ltd. (WCIG) is an established, not for profit organisation that is committed to creating practical responses to unemployment and disadvantage across Melbourne and Geelong. Our mission is to empower people to achieve a meaningful role in society.

Our Transition to Work (TtW) program delivers tailored employment and education support to young people aged 15-24, who are at risk of long-term unemployment in the North-Western Melbourne/Barwon Employment Regions. We work towards the same, purpose-led goal of improving lives through dignity and choice. 

The result of this mindset speaks for itself: due to ongoing program growth, we have two new opportunities for experienced Site Managers to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. One position will be overseeing Broadmeadows and the other will be managing our sites in Craigieburn and Sunbury.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, this is a strategic management position that has responsibility for the daily operations and leadership of the TtW initiatives at their site. Previous experience working within the Employment/Youth sector is essential. Applicants must be familiar with the region and be able to connect with employers and young people in the North-Western Melbourne Employment Region.

Applications strictly close 5pm on Tuesday, 14 November 2023.

What we offer:

• Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) with industry leading salary levels that increase by 2.5% each year for the life of the agreement
• Above Award personal, compassionate and maternity leave schemes
• Paid Christmas closure leave
• Free Employee Assistance Program for all employees
• Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year of your salary tax free + up to an additional $2,650 per year tax free for entertainment expenses)
• Flexible working hours and arrangements for work-life balance, including work from home dependent on operational requirements and RDOs
• Option of purchasing additional two weeks of annual leave 
• Emphasis on staff training and professional development
• Mobile phone and laptop provided

 The role:

• Build a high performing culture by developing the potential of your team through coaching and mentoring
• Meeting and exceeding site KPIs, contractual obligations and organisational objectives
• Driving business development to grow your network and direct registrations, and facilitate successful placements
• Strategic approach to planning, implementing, monitoring and reviewing all aspects of service delivery per contract guidelines to achieve optimal participant outcomes at your site
• Financial literacy is essential, as you will assist in budget review and forecasting to ensure financial viability of the program
• Actively engage with key community and employer stakeholders to form strategic partnerships
• Liaise with community-based organisations and government departments to identify current gaps and needs, and identify potential growth areas
• Implementing a TtW service model that focusses on a strengths-based approach to case management supports 
• Foster and support mentoring opportunities for young people and employers
• Manage audit requirements and implement corrective actions as needed to meet compliance frameworks and standards

 About you:

• Qualifications and relevant management experience in Youth Work, Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Community/Employment Services (DES, jobactive, Workforce Australia Services) or related discipline are essential
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage a high performing team is required 
• Current driver’s licence and Working with Children’s Check card (or ability to obtain one prior to commencement) is essential
• Understanding and cultural sensitivity towards people from CALD and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds will be highly regarded
• Extensive knowledge of the local labour market and issues that affect participant engagement with education and employment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for developing and strengthening relationships with new and existing partner organisations
• Demonstrated ability to recognise risks and implement contingency measures to alleviate them

If you are interested in working with us, please submit a copy of both your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability. Applications without a cover letter are unlikely to proceed further. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible if you are interested. Applications strictly close 5pm on Tuesday, 14 November 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Carmen Wong – HR Specialist on 03 9689 3437. 

Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, we regret only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. This listing will be removed once the position has been filled.

WCIG does not accept unsolicited applications or phone calls from recruitment agencies. 

WCIG is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and supports the creation of working conditions to ensure that all employees have an equal chance to seek and obtain employment, promotion and training. WCIG encourages applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders and/or those with a disability.  Only Australian citizens, permanent residents or people who have the right to work in Australia may apply.

Our organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance of child abuse. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police records and reference checks (as we see fit) to ensure that we are recruiting the appropriately qualified and experienced people.