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Jobs Ready Program

The Jobs Ready Program is run by the Fraser Coast Regional Council and funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. 

It includes the Jobs Pathways Program designed to upskill, build job readiness and provide intensive support to unemployed people; and Business Managers Program to assist business owners recruit and retain staff.

Jobs Pathways Programs

The Jobs Pathways Program provides participants with practical skills to successfully gain and retain employment. 

  • The Jobs Pathways Program aim to boost confidence and job readiness in a supportive learning environment. 

    It is FREE and runs for 4 weeks on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 9am – 2pm.  A light breakfast and lunch is provided.

    Participants can expect a varied schedule, including learning techniques in:

    • Increasing job seeking skills
    • Resume writing
    • Writing letters of application
    • Interview skills
    • Applying for jobs in person and online
    • Increased confidence
    • Knowing how to get a job and how to keep a job

    The program can help familiarise participants with industries via site visits and guest speakers, as well as highlight career opportunities in the region.

    COURSE INFORMATION 
    Prior to signing up you must attend an information session to obtain insight into the program. Courses are limited to 20 participants each. Successful applicants will be selected from the pre-course information session.

    LOCATION: Hervey Bay (1/65 Main St, Pialba) and Maryborough (320 Kent St, Maryborough)

    PROGRAM DATES

    Program number Information session date Program start date Program end date
    Jobs Pathways #27 Hervey Bay
    Wednesday, 26 March 2025
    10am or 1pm    		 1 April 2025
    (Tuesday to Thursday
    for 4 weeks)    		 24 April 2025
    Jobs Pathways #28
         		 Maryborough
    Wednesday, 30 April 2025
    10am or 1pm    		 6 May 2025
    (Tuesday to Thursday
    for 4 weeks)    		 29 May 2025
    Jobs Pathways #29 Hervey Bay
    Wednesday, 18 June 2025
    10am or 1pm    		 24 June 2025
    (Tuesday to Thursday
    for 4 weeks)    		 17 July 2025
    Jobs Pathways #30 Maryborough
    Wednesday, 23 July 2025
    10am or 1pm    		 29 July 2025
    (Tuesday to Thursday
    for 4 weeks)    		 21 August 2025
    Jobs Pathways #31 Hervey Bay
    Wednesday, 3 September 2025
    10am or 1pm    		 9 September 2025
    (Tuesday to Thursday
    for 4 weeks)    		 2 October 2025
    Jobs Pathways #32 Maryborough
    Wednesday, 8 October 2025
    10am or 1pm    		 14 October 2025
    (Tuesday to Thursday
    for 4 weeks)    		 6 November 2025
    Jobs Pathways #33 Hervey Bay
    Wednesday, 12 November 2025
    10am or 1pm    		 18 November 2025
    (Tuesday to Thursday
    for 4 weeks)    		 11 December 2025

    Information Session Registration

    For more information, call the program manager Mat on 0409 044 150.

Business Managers Program

Learn key tips for hiring and retaining casual staff, navigating legal obligations, and making the most of your workforce.

  • Dates for the next Business Managers Program are currently unavailable. 

    For more information call the program manager Mat on 0409 044 150.

Fraser Coast Jobs Hub

Check out the Fraser Coast Jobs Hub!

If you are a local job seeker, you can sign up to the online portal for free to view local jobs and much more.

VISIT JOBS HUB

Save the date: The next Industry and Careers Showcase will be held on 4 June, 2025 at the Maryborough Showgrounds. 

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