Kimberley Group Training (KGT) is recruiting for an enthusiastic Employment Specialist to join our team in Kununurra!

This role is an opportunity to help grow local skills, strengthen the regional workforce, and make a lasting difference in the community.

As an Employment Specialist, you’ll be the trusted solutions provider for apprentices, trainees, and host businesses working closely with them to remove barriers, tackle challenges, and create success stories. You’ll play a key role in supporting people while also assisting local businesses to develop their workforce, drive growth, and contribute to a stronger regional economy.

In this client facing role, building genuine relationships is essential. You’ll be approachable, ready to listen, and committed to supporting people and businesses every step of the way. You’ll also contribute to KGT’s business growth by actively identifying opportunities, promoting our services, and expanding our network of host businesses across the Kimberley — with a strong focus on increasing placements, building numbers, and driving sustainable business development.

Your work will directly contribute to stronger outcomes for Kununurra and the region, not only through workforce development but also by helping businesses thrive and supporting KGT’s long term growth. Alongside this, you’ll ensure compliance with group training standards and complete the administrative tasks that keep everything running smoothly.

Why Join Kimberley Group Training (KGT)?

At KGT, we’re proud to play a vital role in building skills and supporting the Kimberley community. We offer a supportive and rewarding workplace with a strong community focus. Enjoy a range of benefits including:

5 weeks annual leave.

Salary packaging opportunities.

Access to a company vehicle with private use (within policy)– covering fuel within WA, insurance, and maintenance.

Accommodation support could be offered, subject to availability and needs.

What You'll be Doing

As an Employment Specialist, you’ll manage a caseload of apprentices and trainees across a range of industries by:

Building strong relationships with both them and host businesses to ensure successful training outcomes.

Providing ongoing mentoring and support throughout the duration of each apprenticeship or traineeship.

Monitoring training, supervision, and development in the workplace to support timely completions.

Coordinating onboarding processes and managing all required documentation for Australian Apprenticeship registration.

Collaborating with Registered Training Organisations and other key stakeholders.

Supporting host businesses with employment related administration, HR and workplace guidance.

Actively promoting KGT’s services to employers, identifying business opportunities, and driving new placements to support organisational growth.

Travelling across the region to provide on-site support, grow networks, and build positive, lasting partnerships.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for a passionate and organised individual who brings:

An understanding of the Australian Apprenticeship system and Group Training arrangements.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to a range of audiences.

Previous experience in a mentoring, education, employment services, or business development role.

Confidence in promoting services, building relationships, and contributing to business growth.

Strong administrative skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

A proactive, community-minded attitude and genuine desire to support others.

A willingness to travel regionally as required.

Someone who is highly organised and enjoys a mix of field based client engagement and office based administration work.

Experience in employment relations, human resources, workforce development, or sales (desirable).

What You'll Need to Be Eligible

A current driver's licence (essential for field travel).

A current National Police Check and Working with Children's Card (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).

Confidence using Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems and processes quickly