_{20th January, 2026}

SF People is working with a new entrant in the Employment Services sector who is delivering the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) contract (replacing the previous DES or Disability Employment Services program). The organisation is a specialist provider under the new IEA contract.

We are currently recruiting for an Employment Consultant for the Gold Coast region for their Southport site. This is a chance to join this organisation to deliver the IEA contract and work amongst a fresh, newly created team and newly opened offices. You will work alongside experienced leaders while delivering the contract and supporting clients. 
  
This is a permanent opportunity with the ability to start quickly after the recruitment process for the successful candidate. 

Previous experience working in DES (Disability Employment Services) or other Employment Services programs or within government funded contracts is preferable. 
 
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Employment Consultant role is involved in the hands-on case management and service delivery of the federal government contracted Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) service. 

The role will involve servicing clients and customers from a dedicated site, case management and ongoing support of clients, individual and group coaching and mentoring, creating referral networks, client engagement, marketing and community engagement, and ensuring effective and efficient delivery of services.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience working within the Employment Services sector will be highly regarded – ideally within DES or complementary programs – however experience from other Employment Services programs, Vocational Rehab, Allied Health or transferable skills from complementary sectors will also be considered. 
• Case management, coaching and mentoring skills to work one-on-one with individuals or with groups of clients to conduct appointments, coaching, interventions, and group activities.
• Experience working with people to assist them better their life experiences with a focus on employment through further training and education, work trials and employment opportunities. 
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to run sessions and appointments to schedule.
• Keen organisational and communication skills, creating a welcoming, supportive and empowering environment for clients.
• Capable of being attentive, timely, and accurate with administrative tasks. 
• The ability to work towards regular KPIs, targets and/or deadlines. 
• The ability to work autonomously within a team environment.  

  
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This is a full-time permanent roles based at Southport. 
• Salary for the role will be negotiable based on the successful candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and fit for the role.
• Salary package is made up of base salary + super.
• Please inquire about flexible working arrangements if this is something you are looking for.

TO APPLY:

• Apply directly via the application button on this page.
• We will review applications as they come in and we are looking to interview and fill these roles quickly!
• If you have any immediate queries, please contact Sally on 0417 350 619 or sally@sfpeople.com.au.

  
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