Economic & Employment

Job & education opportunities

EXTERNAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES

WA Main Roads - Civil Engineering Aboriginal Pathways Program

Main Roads is committed to supporting and developing Aboriginal people who have a keen interest in Civil Engineering. While on the Pathway Program you will complete a Certificate III in Engineering – Technical at North Metro TAFE and be supported by Main Roads during your studies.

Mercedes College - Aboriginal Liaison Officer

Mercedes College is hiring for an Aboriginal Liaison Officer (ALO). This position will have direct engagement with the Aboriginal students and their families within the College community. They are dedicated to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere for the students and will serve as a primary contact for Aboriginal families.

Applications close 9.00am Monday 9 September 2024.

WA Department of Justice - Aboriginal Traineeship Program

Commencing in January 2025 – The program offers a 12-month fixed term contract with the Department of Justice.

The program allows candidates to gain working experience whilst earning their Certificate III in Government.

Apply online via this link: http://www.justice.wa.gov.au/traineeship

Applications are open and close on 6 September 2024.

Rio Tinto 2025 Apprenticeships

VTEC Karratha

MIB Projects - Work Readiness Program

MIB Projects is inviting Banjima people to join their mining work readiness program. Participants will receive training on various mining machinery and be provided with the opportunity to acquire a HR license.

To participate, candidates must hold a C class drivers’ licence, successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening, and demonstrate a strong desire to enter the mining industry.

For more information and to apply, please contact Chris at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Perth Football Club - Casual Bar Staff

Perth Football Club is currently seeking Banjima individuals with an RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) to join their team for casual bar work in the Perth Metropolitan area. To enquire, please reach out to Jill Green by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

If you do not have an RSA, you can find more information here: https://www.ahawa.asn.au/training/responsible-service-of-alcohol-rsa/

Fortescue Apprenticeships

Fortescue are now seeking EOI's for apprenticeships in:

Mineral Resources Indigenous Employment Opportunities

This is an Expression of Interest for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates interested in a career with MinRes. The opportunities with MinRes are varied with entry level pathways as well as opportunities for skilled workers in both Perth and FIFO roles.

Job Portals

Shire of Ashburton Employment Opportunities

Indigenous Employment Australia Job Register

Qantas - Indigenous Careers

Internships and Traineeships are available.

Main Roads WA- Aboriginal Engagement

FMG Job Portal

Rio Tinto Job Portal

Shire of East Pilbara Employment Opportunities

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Madalah - Tertiary and Secondary Schooling Scholarships

Madalah provide opportunities for Indigenous students from remote and regional communities to attend Western Australia’s leading boarding schools and universities from around Australia.

Applications for 2025 Secondary Scholarships are now open and will close on Friday 26th July 2024 at 5pm.
Applications for 2024 Tertiary Scholarships are now closed and will re-open for 2025 on Tuesday 1st October 2024.

Russell Woolf Memorial Scholarship - Graduate Diploma of Broadcasting

Edith Cowan University Invites Applications for the $10,000 Russell Woolf Memorial Scholarship

Edith Cowan University (ECU) has proudly announced the opening of applications for the Russell Woolf Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship, valued at $10,000, is tailored for individuals from Indigenous or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, as well as those from marginalised groups, admitted to the highly acclaimed Graduate Diploma of Broadcasting.

The scholarship, in honour of the late Russell Woolf, seeks to amplify diverse voices within the media industry. Russell Woolf, celebrated for his illustrious career in media, notably at the Australia Broadcasting Corporation, left an indelible mark on the industry.

“Russell cared deeply about encouraging diverse voices, especially from First Nations’ backgrounds. His family and I are thrilled to offer someone else the opportunity to enter the industry he loved,” Russell’s wife Kylie Ashenbrenner said.

"Russell completed a previous version of our programme when he was a mature aged student,” Course Coordinator Andrea Burns said.

“Each year he would come back and speak to the students. Russell always emphasised the privilege of being a broadcaster," she recalled.

"The Russell Woolf Memorial Scholarship embodies our commitment to fostering diversity in the media landscape," remarked Burns. “Current world events reinforce the need for a strong media. We’re looking for applicants who share our dedication to amplifying diverse narratives."

Prospective applicants for the Russell Woolf Memorial Scholarship can apply here: https://lnkd.in/gx4qPWfB

For more information, feel free to get in touch with me This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 0409 996 113

Flinders University Indigenous Commerce Scholarship

The scholarship will assist Indigenous students studying the Bachelor of Business, Business Economics or Commerce at Flinders University.