Job Opportunity: Coordinator Employment Services (Roster – fly or drive in/out)
Location: Balgo, Western Australia, 6770
Benefits: Housing + vehicle use + paid R&R & 8 weeks annual leave per year
Are you passionate about supporting job seekers, strengthening remote communities, and leading high-impact employment services? Join Job Pathways as a Coordinator Employment Services and play a key role supporting job seekers, managing community projects, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Learn more about us: https://jobpathways.org.au/
About the Role:
As a Coordinator Employment Services, you will lead the delivery of integrated case management, community project coordination, and site operations across remote Job Pathways locations. Working on a rotational roster, you’ll provide hands-on leadership while supporting job seekers into meaningful employment and strengthening relationships with Aboriginal communities, employers, and local stakeholders.
Your work will include:
- Conducting strengths-based, culturally safe assessments.
- Developing personalised Job Plans and supporting job seekers to become job-ready.
- Coordinating community-based projects that support skill development and community priorities.
- Leading remote site operations and supporting culturally diverse teams.
- Building strong relationships with community leaders, employers, and partner organisations.
- Ensuring compliance with contractual, reporting, and safety requirements.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:
• Housing: Private, fully maintained accommodation with free rent & utilities
• R&R Every 6 Weeks: Paid travel & accommodation to get out of town and work in either Kununurra or Halls Creek for 2 weeks.
• Pool Vehicle Provided: For both work and reasonable personal use.
• Lifestyle: Experience the Kimberley’s remote beauty and rich Aboriginal culture.
• Impact: Work that directly improves employment pathways and strengthens communities.
• 5 weeks annual leave, Salary sacrificing, Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance & Access to Confidential Employee Assistance Program
Roster Overview
This position follows an 8-cycle rotational roster across 48 weeks, providing a balance of remote community work, time in Kununurra, and dedicated rest periods.
Each cycle includes:
- 4 weeks on-site in Balgo, working closely with community, staff, and job seekers
- 2 weeks off-site
- Off-site time alternates between:
- 2 weeks working in Kununurra, then
- 1 week in Kununurra + 1 week at home (R&R)
- Annual Leave: Equivalent to 8 weeks of leave annually, when combined with R&R cycles
Flights are fully covered, and accommodation and vehicle use are provided while in Balgo and Kununurra.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in remote or regional communities (preferably Aboriginal communities).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness.
- Case management or project delivery experience (or both).
- Flexibility, resilience, and a genuine commitment to community impact.
Other Requirements:
- Current C Class driver’s licence.
- Ability to travel by road or air and stay in remote communities.
- National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- WA Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
Salary & Benefits
- $105,000 per annum + superannuation
- Salary packaging options
- $300 annual health & wellbeing allowance (after probation)
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Relocation assistance available
- Flights, accommodation, and vehicle provided while on roster
- Equivalent of 8 weeks annual leave per year
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a difference and lead meaningful employment outcomes in remote communities, we want to hear from you!
To apply: Send your cover letter and resume to hr@jobpathways.org.au
To request a copy of the position description, email the same address.
Job Pathways may fill the position prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
Note: Housing is provided while in Balgo and Kununurra during rostered periods.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and provide evidence (passport, birth certificate, or visa).
A valid National Police Clearance (within 12 months) is required.
