Get Job Ready with Workforce Australia

Find work, build confidence, and stay supported into employment.

Through Workforce Australia, Community Solutions provides free, personalised employment support to help you get job-ready, find work, and stay employed. You don’t have to do this on your own.

We know that looking for a job can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re just getting started, returning to work, or needing extra support along the way, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.

Workforce Australia is available to eligible jobseekers receiving Services Australia (Centrelink) income support with mutual obligation requirements.

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Contact us to find out how we can support you.

What Is Workforce Australia?

Workforce Australia is an Australian Government employment service that supports people to:

  • Prepare for work
  • Find a job
  • Stay employed

The service is free, practical, and focused on connecting you with real job opportunities in your local community.

What This Means for You

  • No cost if eligible
    Workforce Australia is funded by the Australian Government.
  • Personalised support
    One-on-one mentoring and a clear Job Plan tailored to your goals.
  • Real job opportunities
    Connections with local employers, recruiters, and industries.
  • Job-ready help
    Support with resumes, interview preparation, training, licences, tickets, and work essentials.
  • Ongoing support
    Check-ins after you start work and help meeting your requirements.

How We’ll Support You

We start by getting to know you, your strengths, your experience, and what you want to achieve. Together, we’ll create a plan that works for you.

Your journey may include:

  1. Create your Job Plan
    Your mentor will take the time to understand your goals and any challenges you’re facing. Together, you’ll map out a clear pathway to work.
  2. Get job-ready
    Support with training, tickets, interview clothing, tools, and preparation so you feel confident applying for jobs.
  3. Connect you to work
    We match you with real opportunities through our employer networks and local connections.
  4. Stay supported
    Our support continues after you start work, helping you settle into your role and stay on track.

We work closely with recruitment and labour hire companies, registered training organisations, employers, and local industries. These connections open up job opportunities in your local area and across Australia.

Real People. Real Jobs.

For more than 25 years, Community Solutions has supported people across Australia into rewarding employment.

We deliver Workforce Australia services in partnership with CoAct, as part of a national employment network supporting people in more than 1,000 communities.

This means you benefit from strong local support, backed by a wider network of employers, training providers, and industry connections.

Am I Eligible?

You may be eligible for Workforce Australia support if you are receiving income support and need help finding work.

Ask yourself:

  • Are you receiving a Services Australia (Centrelink) income support?
  • Are you under Age Pension age (67)?
  • Do you need support to find or keep a job?

If you answered yes to any of these, you may be eligible for Workforce Australia services.

Your Choice of Provider

Everyone’s experience is different. If you are referred through Workforce Australia and feel you would be better supported by Community Solutions, you have the right to request a transfer.

We believe support works best when you feel comfortable, heard, and supported by your provider. If you’d like to talk about transferring to Community Solutions, contact us and we can guide you through the process.

CoAct Connect + Community Solutions

Community Solutions is a member of CoAct, a pioneering not-for-profit that helps people across Australia find jobs.

 

Your Goals. Your Plan. Your Future.

Everyone’s pathway to employment looks different.

Whether you need help building confidence, getting job-ready, finding the right opportunity, or staying employed, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

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