Jobs Australia Enterprises Ltd

Overview

Jobs Australia Enterprises Ltd is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities and fostering inclusive communities across Australia. Established in 1989, it has a rich history spanning over three decades, with a mission to positively impact people through employment, learning, and community-building initiatives.

History and Milestones

The organisation was founded with its first office in Armidale. Key milestones include its role in the development of BackTrack in 2006, now expanded into the Tracker Network. Recent initiatives include the establishment of the Sapphire Academy of Sport in 2018, the opening of Allawah Cottage in 2022, and the launch of FlatTrack in 2023.

Programs and Services

Jobs Australia Enterprises Ltd operates in several key sectors to support its mission:

• General Labour Hire: Provides tailored staffing solutions to meet the needs of businesses.
• Employment Mediation Services (EMS): Offers fee-for-service Human Resources and Industrial Relations advice.
• Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme: Has been a PALM Approved Employer since 2010, facilitating workforce mobility across Australia.
• Disability Employment Services (DES): Assists individuals with disabilities in finding sustainable employment.

Additionally, it operates various social enterprises, including:

• Sapphire Academy of Sport: Fosters wellbeing through physical fitness and teamwork.
• Allawah Cottage: Provides support services for individuals affected by domestic violence.
• FlatTrack: Engages youth in meaningful activities for personal and professional growth.
• Learner Driver Mentor Programme: Supports participant independence by creating safer roads.

Beneficiaries and Impact

The organisation primarily serves adults from rural, regional, and remote communities, as well as those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Its focus is on empowering individuals with the skills, confidence, and resources needed to achieve their career aspirations and improve their personal circumstances, while providing employers with innovative staffing solutions.

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