Unsurprisingly, The Personnel Group considers The Sustainable Gardener a Canberra Community Champion. Founder and Chief Executive Officer Warren Aitken says The Sustainable Gardener has built a loyal following across the ACT, with customers impressed with the quality of work and the organisation’s employment philosophy. “One of the purposes of our business is to gainfully employ … Read more
When Patrick came to The Personnel Group he was keen to find work in the gardening/landscaping industry. Workplace support consultant Sarah worked closely with employers across our ACT network and although he performed well across several job trials and interviews no permanent positions followed. It was time to think outside the box. Together, Sarah and … Read more
We’re often inspired by people and organisations making positive contributions in their communities. Among them is Roundabout Canberra, which provides baby and children’s items to families in need. Carissa Minahan, The Personnel Group’s Braddon-based ParentsNext Client Development Consultant, says they have offered valuable, practical support for some of her ParentsNext participants. “I can’t speak highly … Read more
Congratulations Molly. We hope you enjoy your new Gift Card. The Wollongong student won a $100 JB Hi-Fi Gift Card after visiting The Personnel Group’s site at the recent Illawarra Careers Expo. Molly’s name was randomly chosen after she successfully answered our quiz questions and went into the draw we ran during the expo. We … Read more
Unplanned time away from her retail job because of illness gave Brianna the opportunity to re-asses her career goals. With support from The Personnel Group Employment Consultant Sandra Andronicos, Brianna set about exploring new options. One that really appealed was an office administration traineeship. “I hadn’t worked in admin before, I finished school and then … Read more
Cian “Pickles” – the first participant in The Personnel Group’s Shared Experience program to move into work placement – is on track to secure paid employment with Lone Star Rib House and Brews, Orange. “He is taking orders, clearing tables, he’s a happy front of house staff member,” Lone Star franchisee Belinda says. “If he … Read more
The Personnel Group is collaborating with Albury Wodonga Regional FoodShare to provide community pantry vouchers across multiple locations in Albury-Wodonga. FoodShare vouchers are available from The Personnel Group’s offices at 318 Urana Road, Lavington, 539-541 Kiewa Street, Albury, and the corner of Hume and Lawrence Streets, Wodonga. The Personnel Group CEO John Gibbons says the … Read more
Having a job means everything to Scott. For six months he’s been a steel labourer with the Australian Reel Company in Marong, Victoria. “Working is great, I feel happier and my family is proud of me,” Scott says. Australian Reel Company office manager Bridie Brennan says Scott has really settled into his role. “He gets … Read more
The Personnel Group’s new Chief Executive Officer, John Gibbons, firmly believes that when given the opportunity, disadvantaged jobseekers quickly prove themselves to be great employees. John takes the helm of The Personnel Group this month, and with 13 years’ industry experience behind him, he plans to deliver his vision across a number of areas including: … Read more
Over the past 36 years we – The Personnel Group – have assisted thousands of people with a disability, mental health condition or at risk of long-term unemployment find meaningful and sustained employment in the open jobs market. At present, the Government’s Disability Employment Service delivery model is under review and reform, and we welcome … Read more