Job seekers
The South Coast of Victoria Local Jobs Program supports people across the region who are exploring employment options, changing careers or looking to develop their skills.
We connect you with local opportunities, share practical information about the labour market and work with community partners to help you move toward your goals.
Whether you’re entering the workforce, returning after a break or planning your next step, we provide the support and connections to help you get there.
How we support you
Connecting you with local employers
We create opportunities for you to meet businesses that are hiring and learn about real job pathways in the region.
Designing and delivering local events and workshops
We create tailored events that explore regional industries, helping you build confidence, strengthen networks and open doors to new opportunities.
Sharing local labour market insights
We provide clear, accessible information about job trends, growing industries and current opportunities to support your decision-making.
Listening to your experiences
We gather feedback from people looking for work to ensure our Local Jobs Plan reflects the needs, strengths and aspirations of our community.
Supporting career transitions
If you’re changing industries, returning to work, or navigating a shift in your career, we connect you with services and programs that can help.
Highlighting training and funding opportunities
We share information about Federal and State initiatives that can support your skill development, training or employment pathway.
View eventsSupport for retrenched workers
An on-the-ground transition support network made up of representatives from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations national, state and territory offices and employment facilitators, assists retrenched workers to find a new job as soon as possible. The network helps employers though the retrenchment process, including how they can meet their obligations and provide their workers with the support they need. This network works closely with Services Australia as well as state and territory governments.
Retrenched workers or employers who would like information about the support available can call the Employment Services Information Line on 1800 805 260 or email retrenchment@dewr.gov.au
Retrenched workers and their partners have immediate access to tailored employment services under the Early Access Initiative and can directly register with a Workforce Australia provider.
Workforce Australia employment services providers will assist you to re-enter the workforce as soon as possible. They will help you look for alternative work and provide you with information about job opportunities in your area. This may include:
- an initial, face to face interview to explain the services on offer
- help with your résumé and job applications, interview skills and presentation techniques
- advice on searching for a job, various career options and employment programs
- information about job vacancies and access to job search facilities offered by Services Australia and Workforce Australia Employment Services Provider, including the Workforce Australia website
- local employment opportunities, advice about skills shortage areas and information about training opportunities, and
- access to an interpreter if required.
More information on assistance is available through the following resources Workforce Australia
If you would like details for local supports, please contact Angela Williams, Job Coordinator South Coast of Victoria on Angela.Williams@localjobs.org.au
Contact us
Looking for work or recruiting for your business?
Contact your local Job Coordinator — we’re here to help.
