Places available on free Jobs Pathway Program

Participants can apply now to be a part of a free three-week jobs training program organised by the Fraser Coast Regional Council’s Hervey Bay Jobs Ready Program in Main Street.

The Jobs Pathways Program aims to enhance participants job readiness by boosting confidence to help participants gain and retain jobs.

It focuses on improving job seeking skills, writing resumes and application letters, interview skills and how to apply in person and online.

“There is also a strong connection with local employers,” Councillor Jade Wellings said.

“Participants will be taken on site visits to familiarise themselves with some of the industries looking for workers, and guest speakers.

“They also will have access to regional career opportunities being offered through the free online jobs network set up by the Fraser Coast Regional Council.

“Employers and job seekers can use the free online job matching platform which is tailored to the local job market.

“While the Fraser Coast has one of the highest unemployment rates in the State, feedback from the business community indicates many are planning to offer new jobs in the near future.”

The Jobs Pathways Program is free, runs for three weeks, three days per week – Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 9am – 2pm. Participants will be provided with a light breakfast and lunch.

“The first program started this week,” Cr Wellings said.

“We urge people interested in attending the next program to sign up now to avoid disappointment, as only 20 participants can be accepted for each program.”

The Jobs Pathways Program will run until May 2023.

For more information and to apply contact by email jobs.hub@frasercoast.qld.gov.au or call Jordan Morris on 0476 395 466, Louise Brownlie on 0447 404 782 or Pauline Rees 0476 871 202.

The program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services to upskill, build job readiness and provide intensive support to unemployed people aged 35 years and under.