About the Company

genU is short for Generation You. Because whatever generation you belong to, whether you’re young, old, or somewhere in between, what unites us is the belief that neither disability nor ageing are disadvantages to be endured but challenges to be met boldly, achievements to be had and adventures in the making.

genU has been 60 years in the making. Bringing together the best of two trusted and respected organisations, Karingal and St Laurence, genU builds on this experience, adding a new ambition: to become the leader in what we do.

About the Role

The Food Services Department operates at Costa House, a 120 bed residential aged care facility located in Lara. We form part of the Aged and Community Care Division and seek to improve the quality of life for Aging Victorians and their families and carers.

The Food Services Department produces quality meals on site using fresh seasonal ingredients. We operate every day of the year from 7.00am – 7.30pm over two shifts.

Food Services Assistants help prepare and deliver meals to our residents in a professional and customer focused manner. You will work closely with Care and Nursing staff to ensure the dietary preferences and needs of our residents are met while maintaining the highest food safety standards.

About You

To be successful in the position you will:

• Hold a current Food Handlers Certificate
• Have a strong knowledge of safe food handling practices
• Strong oral communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Effective time management, organisational skill and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills

To obtain further information regarding this position please contact Paul Hosie on (03) 5220 8443.

For a copy of the position description please click on the below link:

GenU Food Services Assistant PD.pdf

About the Company

genU is short for Generation You. Because whatever generation you belong to, whether you’re young, old, or somewhere in between, what unites us is the belief that neither disability nor ageing are disadvantages to be endured but challenges to be met boldly, achievements to be had and adventures in the making.

genU has been 60 years in the making. Bringing together the best of two trusted and respected organisations, Karingal and St Laurence, genU builds on this experience, adding a new ambition: to become the leader in what we do.

About the Role

The Food & Domestic Services Department operates at Costa House, a 120 bed residential aged care facility located in Lara. We form part of the Aged and Community Care Division and seek to improve the quality of life for Aging Victorians and their families and carers.

Domestic Services Assistants are responsible for performing residential/client focused, general cleaning and laundry duties across different areas in our 120 bed Aged Care Residence. This includes vacuuming, dusting and general cleaning of rooms, ensuites and surrounding living areas.

• Labelling, collecting, processing, washing, drying, ironing and return of resident’s personal laundry in accordance with Costa House procedures and resident preferences
• Clean resident’s rooms, public and staff areas in Costa House including offices and amenities in accordance to policy and procedures
• Maintain knowledge of the storage of chemicals, waste management, commercial washing machines, clothes dryers and irons and report and faults/damage to Food & Domestic Services Manager and Maintenance

About You

To be successful in the position you will:

• Have experience in domestic services
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Effective time management, organisation skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to attend compulsory training

To obtain further information regarding this position please contact Paul Hosie on (03) 5220 8443

For a copy of the position description please click on the below link:

 Domestic Services Assistant PD July 2018.pdf

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - ADMINISTRATION AND BUSINESS SUPPORT

We are seeking expressions of interest from strong administration and business support candidates, for upcoming roles based in the Western Suburbs and Geelong.

About DFP Recruitment
DFP Recruitment Services is one of Australia's leading recruitment companies. Established in 1981, DFP has developed a reputation for delivering specialist services combined with ethics, integrity and professionalism.

Our Opportunities
We work with a range of clients including a number of Government agencies and are currently seeking expressions of interest from experienced Administration and Business Support candidates for upcoming full time, temporary assignments ranging from 3 - 18 months. Our clients are open to extending assignments for candidates who share their values, show initiative, possess a strong worth ethic and are adaptable in ever changing work environments.

Our assignments would suit candidates who have backgrounds in -

• Administration and Business Support
• Office Management
• Community and Case Work
• Marketing and Communications (Internal and External)
• Executive Assistance
• Human Resources and Recruitment

We are interested in hearing from candidates at all levels, from those who are relatively new (minimum of 1-2 years experience is essential) to their field all the way up to those at Executive level.

About You
In addition to the above experience, you will have -

• Hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency (essential)
• Availability to start within a four week notice period
• Strong proficiency in using MS Excel, MS Word and have strong data entry skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and the ability to communicate with people from varying backgrounds
• The ability to pass a police and government entry level check
• Experience dealing with sensitive information and having sensitive conversations
• Ability to form strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Government experience is advantageous but not essential

If you meet the above criteria, we want to hear from you!

Please hit APPLY NOW to express your interest including your resume and a cover letter highlighting your skills, experience, availability and the type of role that would be of interest to you.

By submitting an application you agree to our Privacy and Information Collection Policy located at www.dfp.com.au

About your new role:

Working as an energetic and highly organised Administration Officer you will be working for an independent statutory agency who are renowned for their implementation of new procedures and best practice approach to supporting people with disability. This high profile government organisation plays an integral role in the community, determining funding, linking participants and providers. Located in Geelong with limited guidance you will be required to produce high quality of work within tight deadlines. You will work collaboratively within the compensation team with a focus on gathering information from participants, liasing with third parties in order to make informed decisions and determining compensation recoveries to participant plans.

Please note that all successful candidates must hold Permanent Residency and will be required to undertake a National Criminal History check along with appropriate Working with Children check.

Duties:

• Seeking information on the compensation available or previously received by participants
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders including - participants, informal supports, statutory bodies, insurance schemes and legal practitioners
• Organising, analysing and validating information in relation to compensation matters
• Collating information to support the calculation of compensation reduction amounts in accordance with policies and procedures
• Maintaining spreadsheets and databases detailing the progress of work and providing weekly reports

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working in high level Administration and/or Insurance, Law or Compensation Claims 
• Previous experience in the community, allied health and/or the disability sector
• An ability to respond to and prioritise competing and often urgent requests in a calm and efficient manner
• Confidence in building relationships with and working with a wide range of different people
• Have adaptable and strong communication skills both verbal and written
• An ability to work across teams and adapt quickly to a changing environment 
• A can do attitude and high attention to detail
• Experience in a compensation legal, insurance or claims related industries would also be highly regarded

Benefits:

• Work with a well recognised Government Department
• Extensive training provided
• Great hourly rate - $41.64 per hour + superannuation
• Brilliant team culture with a great hourly rate
• 6 Month position with a potential extension
• Ability to grow and develop your experience in the Public Sector

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply now" button and upload your resume - no selection criteria is required. 

About your new role:

Working as an energetic and highly organised Complaints Officer you will be working for an independent statutory agency who support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians. You will work as part of a small team to provide administrative assistance to support the business management of the Complaints and National Internal Review teams. Located in Geelong and/or Corio you will work collaboratively with a great team in order to support participants and their families ensuring that they are informed and have access to the full range of information regarding the agency.

Please note that all successful candidates must hold Permanent Residency and will be required to undertake a National Criminal History check along with appropriate Working with Children check.

Duties:

• High level of assistance with reporting and data entry requirements
• Assist with the recruitment process within the Complaints team and assist with additional onboarding requirements
• Work under the direction to provide administrative support within the Business Management team.
• Provide information and support to external and internal stakeholders
• Manage the Complaints register with documented interactions
• Scheduling and diary management, travel bookings as well as additional data entry responsibilities

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working in Reception, Customer Service and/or Administrative based roles
• Experience in the community, allied health and/or the disability sector
• An ability to respond to and prioritise competing and often urgent requests in a calm and efficient manner
• Confidence in building relationships with and working with a wide range of different people
• Have adaptable and strong communication skills both verbal and written
• An ability to work across teams and adapt quickly to a changing environment 
• A can do attitude and high attention to detail
• Experience working in State or Federal government would also be highly regarded

Benefits:

• Work with a well recognised Government Department
• Extensive training provided
• Brilliant team culture with a great hourly rate - $36.45 per hour + superannuation
• 3 Month position with potential extensions
• Ability to grow and develop your experience in the Public Sector

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply now" button and upload your resume - no selection criteria is required. 

Head Stockman / Cropping Operations FULL TIME Subheading

A mixed enterprise sheep and cropping farm requires an experienced stockman and machinery operator for our 3000ha farm

The successful applicant must have experience with both sheep and cropping operations

Main duties will include:

Livestock handling

Tractor operations

Truck Driving - HC a must, MC an advantage

We are looking for someone who has excellent communication & record keeping skills. Must be self-directed, motivated & honest.

Applications close 15th March

Please forward resume & references to email below

Area: NEWLINE Shelford, VICTORIA Ph: NEWLINE 0439376680 Email: NEWLINE peeltrading02@gmail.com

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - ADMINISTRATION AND BUSINESS SUPPORT

We are seeking expressions of interest from strong administration and business support candidates, for upcoming roles based in the Western Suburbs and Geelong.

About DFP Recruitment
DFP Recruitment Services is one of Australia’s leading recruitment companies. Established in 1981, DFP has developed a reputation for delivering specialist services combined with ethics, integrity and professionalism.

Our Opportunities
We work with a range of clients including a number of Government agencies and are currently seeking expressions of interest from experienced Administration and Business Support candidates for upcoming full time, temporary assignments ranging from 3 – 18 months. Our clients are open to extending assignments for candidates who share their values, show initiative, possess a strong worth ethic and are adaptable in ever changing work environments.

Our assignments would suit candidates who have backgrounds in –

• Administration and Business Support
• Office Management
• Community and Case Work
• Marketing and Communications (Internal and External)
• Executive Assistance
• Human Resources and Recruitment

We are interested in hearing from candidates at all levels, from those who are relatively new (minimum of 1-2 years experience is essential) to their field all the way up to those at Executive level.

About You
In addition to the above experience, you will have -

• Hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency (essential)
• Availability to start within a four week notice period
• Strong proficiency in using MS Excel, MS Word and have strong data entry skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and the ability to communicate with people from varying backgrounds
• The ability to pass a police and government entry level check
• Experience dealing with sensitive information and having sensitive conversations
• Ability to form strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Government experience is advantageous but not essential 

If you meet the above criteria, we want to hear from you!

Please hit APPLY NOW to express your interest including your resume and a cover letter highlighting your skills, experience, availability and the type of role that would be of interest to you.

LC Water is looking for an experienced structural/mechanical draftsperson to work within the Project Team at our Geelong office

The applicant must:

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  Have a minimum of 5 years experience in design drafting of structural/mechanical installations, including equipment layouts, process pipework and valving system arrangements and building structures
• Be familiar with and able to read Process and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs)
  
• Be experienced in the use of Solidworks and AutoCad drafting systems
  
• Have sound English communication skills
  
• Be prepared to attend sites away from the office for several days at a time, from time to time
  
• Be a self starter with an ability to work well with design engineers and other draftspersons and provide opinion on design matters
  
• Be able to prepare documentation for manufacturing and tendering purposes
  

In addtition to the above, experience in the water and wastewater treatment industries is preferred, and any further engineering or project management capabilities will be well regarded.

The position is a full-time position based on a 40 hour week, with statutory holiday, carer's leave and superannuation provisions.

An attractive salary will be negotiated with the successful candidate

Applications for the position will remain open until 31st March, 2019 and must include a full CV, with at least 3 referees.

Multipurpose Officer/Plant Operator - Apollo Bay

Council has an exciting opportunity for a Multipurpose Officer/Plant Operator to join its Services and Operations team in Apollo Bay.

As a member of the Service and Operations team you will carry out a wide range of tasks on Council’s roads, bridges and road reserves, as well as on Council-owned and managed land, with an emphasis on safety, quality and budget requirements to meet corporate values and standards.

How to Apply

Click the APPLY button below to submit your application via Councils Website.

Applications closing on 14 March 2019, 04:00 PM

Economic Development & Tourism Coordinator

As an Economic Development & Tourism Coordinator you will be required to identify and lead strategic economic development and tourism service planning and activities that meet the changing, emerging and diverse needs of Colac Otway Shire through service planning, coordination, information and partnerships.

You will also develop and implement Council’s economic development and tourism related strategies and projects. Work in partnership with business and the community to maximise participation in economic development and tourism programs and opportunities in accordance with Council’s policies. Undertake research, co-ordinate marketing and promotion of economic development and tourism in a manner that will attract business to and create employment opportunities in the Colac Otway Shire and participate in all Economic Development and Tourism department planning and project activity.

How to Apply

Click the APPLY button below to submit your application via Councils Website.

Applications closing on 19 March 2019, 04:00 PM

• Do you have experience working with small businesses and can solve problems in innovative ways?
• Interested in using your influencing and relationship management skills to build the confidence of businesses to hire a more diverse workforce?

The Diversity Field Officer Service, led by the Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO) works to support small and medium sized businesses (5

We are seeking to recruit a Diversity Field Officer with exceptional interpersonal skills to join our existing team.

Working within a small team, you will identify and canvas new businesses to join the service, work with each business to identify barriers and opportunities to increase accessibility and employment pathways, and develop a customised set of recommendations with practical steps to increase the inclusion of people with disability. 

The ideal applicant will:

• Have excellent relationship management, influencing and negotiation skills with at least five years’ commercial sector experience
• Be a creative problem solver who can ask all of the right questions and gather information to develop customised solutions for each business
• Genuinely value the inclusion of people with disability within the open workforce

For more information, PD, and how to apply, please visit this link. 

YOUR NEW COMPANY

My client is a locally owned construction company that has been servicing the community for over 30 years.

YOUR NEW ROLE
As the Administration Officer-Receptionist for this team you will integral part in the smooth and efficient running of the office, by providing high quality clerical support to the all staff covering tasks such as

• Process incoming insurance claims/projects
• Contact clients/representatives and arrange suitable time for a Building Consultant/Estimator to attend
• Diary Management for all staff including Builders
• Manage filing/records systems
• Follow-up and assist other staff in meeting client KPIs (in particular preparation/ submission of reports/quotations)
• Produce/type documents and correspondence (assessors’ reports, quotations, invoices, etc.) using knowledge of standard formats
• Proof-reading of reports/quotations
• Preparation of Contracts
• Preparation/submission/processing of Domestic Building Insurance
• Contract Management
• Operate telephone/intercom system, telephone answering machine, facsimile machine, photocopier, guillotine, micro/personal computer, printing devices attached to personal computer, Dictaphone equipment, adding machines, eftpos machine and calculator

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

As the ideal candidate, you will have demonstrated high level administration experience as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong finance skills and a proven ability to organise and prioritise. You will be a team player and be motivated to go above and beyond showing exceptional initiative and a proactive demeanour. Prior experience in a similar role will be an advantage.

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN
This role is a permanent role, working in an exciting Geelong owned Building company.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO NOW
To register your interest in this position please click "Apply". *Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in a role where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage people from a diverse background to apply.

Your new company

With a dedicated presence in Geelong for over 10 years, Hays are the preferred choice to Federal, State and Local Government organisations as well as employers across the Retail, Education, NFP, Manufacturing and Utility sectors in Geelong, Ballarat, Horsham, Warrnambool and Western Victoria.

Your new role
Due to movement and development our Geelong based client are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join the team immediately. It will be a fast paced environment working within a close-knit team, reporting to the Finance Manager.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in these roles, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role processing high volumes of invoices on a daily basis
• Experience in FMCG
• Previous experience in accurate general ledger entries and maintenance
• Experience with Multiple bank reconciliations in AUD and foreign currency
• Payroll experience will also be advantageous
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with an ability to meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and work autonomously with limited guidance

What you'll get in return

Full-time hours with a competitive hourly rate + Super, with the possibility to go perm for the right candidate.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV via our secure portal.

If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you’re looking for a new position in Accounts Payable, please contact Ryan Twose at Hays Geelong on (03) 5226 8000 or ryan.twose@hays.com.au

Geelong Based | Full-time

Have you just completed or will complete your IT degree – majoring in Computer Science or Software Development or similar Information systems degree in 2018-19?

This opportunity will suit those interested in Software Consulting, Testing or Programming!

If working with an Industry leading product & the latest technologies such as smartphone and tablets appeals to you, then read on!

Positions are Full-time, Monday to Friday and Geelong based. Carelink+ is our product and is the leading product in the Community Care Industry. We service over 140 Community Care providers across all states. Begin a journey through our organisation over the next 12-18 months and be rewarded with a permanent ongoing role with us. This opportunity will expose you to different teams, different management styles and valuable hands on experience. The successful applicant will rotate through the following areas to ensure a solid foundation from which to launch your career:

• Customer Support
• Programming and development
• Quality assurance and testing
• Implementation Consulting

Our Customer Support team, provide first and second level issue resolution via ongoing support and troubleshooting assistance to customers on a daily basis as well as training services to ensure a consistent, quality outcome. This rotation includes intensive product training, database basics, exposure to triage, investigation, email communication and other processes. As well as deployment of features and SQL scripts to customers. You are supported by a team of experts in problem resolution.

Our Solutions team, design and develop our Carelink suite of products. There is a variety of work from research tasks, proof of concept, new product development, enhancement, maintenance and assisting with support. Changes to software are completed from specifications in accordance with design standards. Our technology strategy is modernising our products to cloud, web and mobile – as suited to the user and their needs. The technologies we use includes; Angular, Ionic, C#, SQL Server, SQLite, WPF and Crystal Reports. The current portfolio includes software designed for the web that is responsive across all devices, a mobile app and a desktop app. You will be working with a team of experienced software developers to assist and provide guidance

Our Quality Assurance team, build and execute test plans for all software changes and package our software for release to customers. Testing includes validation against specification to ensure the software meets customer expectations and is industry leading. Test types include system, smoke, regression, release packaging and working with customers in beta testing. They document test results, setup and maintain test environments, including automated testing. This rotation includes working with tools such as Jira, TestRail and MS SQL Server

Our Customer Consulting team provide experienced consultants to go on site to undertake a diagnostic review of how our product can best be implemented in a customer’s environment and develop project plans to achieve these outcomes. They review product features in use on a customer’s site and determine if they are being used effectively and whether there are options that the organisation could use to be more efficient and effective. They also, review and clean data for customers, give advice on how to best structure their data and overall best business practices. During this rotation you are exposed to the various industries in which we operate and learn an appreciation of how our product benefits our customers.

The successful Graduates will gain valuable work-life experiences within a supportive and friendly environment, develop a solid career foundation, identify their strengths and equip them to work in any area of the business.
There really isn’t a downside!
Interested?