Seasonal Worker Liaison Officer
Seasonal Worker Liaison Officer
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Job Description
MADEC is an approved employer under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme an initiative of the Australian Government. This program provides relief to people experiencing poverty and disadvantage from Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste by providing employment opportunities with Australian employers in selected industries/ also has the dual benefit of providing employers with a reliable return workforce sourced to assist in meeting unmet labour demands when there is not enough local Australian labour to meet seasonal demand.
Description
About the Role
You will be the workers key point of contact and will provide care and support to ensure they assimilate into their local environment the workplace and to build skills required for independent living in a new country. Each day will be different but your core responsibilities will include:
- Addressing worker enquiries which will be varied and assisting workers to build skills to resolve their concerns independently;
- Building trust and strong relationships with worker to ensure any matters of concern are understood and addressed;
- Assisting workers with access to services required (eg; medical);
- Acting as a communication conduit between workers our client (the host employer) and MADEC; and
- Identifying any risks to worker wellbeing and escalate as required.
This is a casual role and the hours offered will vary given the seasonal nature of the industry however you can expect to work an average of approximately 25 hours per week and these hours will increase during the peak season. You will be required to be flexible with your working hours and available for out of hours work including in turn can offer flexibility with your working arrangements so that it works both ways!
Skills And Experiences
About You
- You will reside in the Tully Innisfail Tablelands or Lakeland regions and be familiar with the local area as you will travel to see workers and Host employers throughout the area and surrounds
- You will have excellent communication skills and a passion for getting the best out of relationships through a person-centred approach to your work
- You will have a genuine desire to help others along with patience and cultural sensitivity to assist in ensuring you build effective connections with our workers
- You will hold a valid drivers licence so that you can provide on the ground support to workers
Please note a police check and valid working rights are a pre-requisite as unfortunately sponsorship is not offered for this position.
What is in it for you
- Tax-free entertainment expense benefits available
- Check thepotential tax savings you might be entitled toif you were to take up our Salary Packaging benefitby completing the calculator here you will be surprised at the increase in your take-home amount!
- Provision of tool of trade vehicle
- Discounts to well-known brands & more
- Extensive end-to-end onboarding
- Supportive national team
- 24/7 access to an innovative holistic employee assistance program that supports your emotional mental financial and physical health.
Does this rewarding role sound like something you could see yourself doing If so do not hesitate toAPPLY NOW! Should you require further information please contact or visit our webpage www. page to find a copy of the Position Description for this role.
Joining MADEC means you will join a team of dedicated passionate genuine and responsible professionals who are all driven by the same vision and that is to improve the lives of those in need.
Be a part of MADEC
Our approach to diversity is simple: its about embracing everyone. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds ages nationalities abilities and cultures to help deliver upon MADECs purpose and drive our success. We adhere to the National Principles for Child Safety and require all team members to be committed to child safety and well-being.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Gig
