Company Description
Sodexo provides a range of services at remote locations across Australia, servicing both on-shore and off-shore sites, in difficult and challenging environments. At Sodexo, our Energy & Resources sector serves four global markets: Mining, Offshore & Marine, Onshore Energy, and Engineering & Construction Projects. Our growing team of employees is dedicated to improving productivity, building meaningful client relationships, reducing on-site problems and improving quality of life.
Job Description
The Indigenous Mentor Liaison Officer is responsible for providing comprehensive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees at Sodexo, both onshore and offshore. The role is dedicated to fostering the development, retention, and success of Indigenous employees by offering guidance, cultural support, and career development assistance across various locations, including remote and offshore sites.
Key responsibilities include facilitating mentorship for program participants through regular yarns, psycho-social support, career planning, and referrals to appropriate support services. The position will also ensure culturally safe and inclusive environments, whether onshore or offshore, by maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and promoting the goals and objectives of Sodexo’s Reconciliation Action Plan.
Education
• Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
Experience
• Achievement of or progress towards qualifications in Human Resources, business, Australian Indigenous
cultural studies or a similar discipline.
• Recruitment skills and experience working within a human resources environment.
• Knowledge of the Mining and Resources industry and remote catering and facilities management.
• Experience providing psycho-social support whilst maintaining professional boundaries. (Highly Desirable)
Offshore experience desirable
Knowledge & Skills
• A demonstrated understanding of Australian Indigenous cultures and Australian Indigenous community
groups.
• Good networks with Indigenous individuals, communities, organisations and support services.
• A professional, nurturing and understanding manner and an ability to provide support and assistance to
Indigenous employees.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
• Police Clearance.
• Knowledge of the mining and resources industry and remote catering and facilities management.
How to apply?
If you are interested in joining the Sodexo team and meet the minimum criteria outlined above, please apply with your resume detailing relevant employment experience and availability.
Additional Information
Why choose Sodexo?
Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands in Australia. Our hospitality all-rounders play a key role in keeping our sites functioning and well-maintained for village residents' safety, comfort, and well-being. We are committed to providing opportunities for service attendants who are as passionate about excellent service as we are.
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. With us, you belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. We are always looking for people to join our team and help us create a lasting impact on individuals, society, and the planet.
At Sodexo, we are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all applicants regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion and beliefs and people with disabilities. We are an inclusive workplace and are committed to reconciliation through our Reconciliation Action Plans and working with communities across Australia.
We offer a competitive salary, training, upskilling and career development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!
