About MEGT
At MEGT, we are a proud Australian not-for-profit that’s helped over one million people kickstart amazing careers since 1982!
Our purpose is to inspire individuals and empower businesses and communities to create life changing opportunities through lifelong learning and meaningful employment for all.
The MEGT Difference
We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and understand the importance of work life balance. Here are some of our meaningful benefits to support you and your career at MEGT:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Fully maintained company car
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Know someone great? Refer them and earn a $500 MEGT My Benefits voucher
- Generous leave entitlements, including 3 paid Christmas close-down days
- Exclusive discounts on private health insurance (HCF, Bupa, Medibank)
- Corporate travel rates for personal use
- Option to buy or cash out annual leave
- Salary packaging available (non-PBI)
- Ongoing development with study support
- Employee Assistance Program (includes Nurse on Call)
- Retail and entertainment discounts
- Pro-rata long service leave after 7 years
The Opportunity
Based from our Ultimo office, you’ll play a key role in mentoring MEGT apprentices and trainees while managing host employer relationships and supporting long-term, meaningful employment outcomes.
Reporting to the State Service Delivery Manager, this varied role combines mentoring, case management, providing support and guidance to young people, with a focus on both their physical and psychological safety, while working with employers on continuous improvement initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conduct regular site visits to provide mentoring and support to apprentices/trainees
- Identify and address any issues or barriers affecting training or employment progress
- Coordinate with RTOs and employers to ensure training plans are on track
- Facilitating the rotations of trainees to alternative host employers where required.
- Ensuring appropriate administration support is provided to Apprentices/Trainees.
- Ensure the safety of apprentices/trainees from induction to completion, including by performing WHS checks and assist with injury management/return-to-work plans
- Build and maintain strong relationships with host employers
- Source new host businesses and generate opportunities for apprentices
- Promote MEGT services to industry partners and stakeholders
About you
You’re a proactive, empathetic, and solutions-focused professional who thrives on helping others succeed. You’ll bring:
- Strong mentoring, customer service or case management experience
- Familiarity with the VET sector (highly regarded)
- Experience in the trades and/or business administration and/or IT Industries, or working with apprentices/trainees (advantageous)
- Business development or account management experience
- Strong digital literacy across Microsoft Suite and CRM platforms
- Sound understanding of WHS requirements
- Confidence in engaging with diverse stakeholders
- Passion for youth engagement and supporting long-term employment outcomes
- A current driver licence
MEGT is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm as we have zero tolerance of racism, discrimination, harm, or abuse. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which includes a National Police Check, State/Territory Working with Children Check, reference checks, verify your right to work in Australia and confirmation of qualifications.
The MEGT Commitment
At MEGT, people are at the heart of everything we do, and we believe that investing in our people drives our success.
Our values—United, Savvy, Trailblazers, and Thrive—guide our culture and the way we work.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Child Safe Organisation, committed to a safe, inclusive, and diverse workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including women, First Nations People, veterans, individuals with disability, and people from minority groups, to find their ME with MEGT. Learn more about our commitment here.
How to Apply
Ready to find your ME with MEGT?
If you need support with your application, would prefer to apply in another format, require assistance in applying or have questions about the role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] or call 1300 634 863.
