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Work with Us

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Employment Opportunities

As an employer, Merriwa seek to recruit and select suitable employees of all abilities to reach their full potential in a positive work environment, while delivering quality products and services to our clients and customers.

We understand that every employee we recruit has different abilities and we welcome, accept and celebrate that diversity within our workforce.

Supported Employment

We are one of the leading Australian Disability Enterprises (ADE) nationally, building the standards of what supported employment and an integrated workplace should be like.

We offer the best care and service when it comes to employment by caring about each person that joins our growing family – including you! For some people, we might be their life-long employer. But for others, we’re the stepping stone between starting out in the workforce and working in open employment.

Each employment journey is unique and we’re here every step of the way for people with disability in our community. Find out more about our opportunities for Supported Employment below.

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Do you have a passion for supporting and motivating people to reach their full potential? Teachers, Coaches, Trainers, Mentors – this could be you!

  • Full Time position based in Wangaratta
  • Engaging and fulfilling work environment
  • Attractive salary plus NFP tax benefits
  • Team Culture built on Empathy, Respect, Inclusion and Empowerment

Merriwa is committed to developing the life skills of people with disability. We are a social enterprise that provides meaningful work in an environment of inclusion and empowerment. We operate businesses in the packaging, engineered wood products, nursery and garden, and community services sectors. Our customers consist of small to large well-known retail and manufacturing businesses that provide goods and services nationally.

About the role:

The Support Officer role is to provide workplace support to Merriwa’s NDIS participants, and to assist them in achieving their goals as set out in their NDIS plans. The Support Officer role supports participants to reach their full potential through attainment and development of skills and abilities while at work; while positively contributing to a work environment that places significant value on personal growth, respect, dignity and diversity.

As a Support Officer your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

  • Excellent knowledge and experience in both verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and deliver positive change utilising the principles of continuous improvement.
  • Ability to liaise with staff at every level of the organisation.
  • Develop and foster positive team relationships and provide professional advice and assistance to the business as required in relation to employment services for participants.
  • Such professional advice and assistance should be developed from qualifications, and current knowledge of best practice standards.
  • Use a collaborative approach to work with NDIS participants to undertake the development, implementation, monitoring and review of their Support in Employment NDIS goals.
  • Training will be a key focus of the role, with weekly progress updates required in the employee’s journal notes.
  • Work with the NDIS participant’s external support networks, to create positive opportunities for the employee whilst at work.
  • Professional attitude and appearance, warm and friendly approach

Mandatory Checks and Qualifications:

Upon successful hire, the below requirements will be required:

  • NDIS Worker Screener Check (essential)
  • Working with Children Check (essential)
  • Certificate III or higher in Disability Support, Allied Health or Social Work, or relevant field (desired)

Applications close on Friday 8 November 2024.

Please note that the application process may close earlier should a successful candidate be sourced.

In your application you will need to submit a covering letter, provide a current resume, identifying why you are the best candidate for the role.

Applications can be emailed to: [email protected]

For a confidential discussion or to obtain a Position Description for the role please contact HR on 0419 656 426 or visit our website www.merriwa.org.au.

Casual Production Workers

 

    • Casual Position based at our Wodonga site
    • Short term opportunity through to 2025
    • Engaging and fulfilling work environment
    • Team Culture built on Empathy, Respect, Inclusion and Empowerment

An exciting opportunity has become available to join the Merriwa Team!

Are you looking for a short-term casual employment opportunity? We have up to full time hours available for the right candidates!   

Merriwa is committed to developing the life skills of people with disability. We are a social enterprise that provides meaningful work in an environment of inclusion and empowerment. We operate businesses in the packaging, engineered wood products, nursery and garden, and community services sectors. Our customers consist of small to large well know retail and manufacturing businesses providing goods and services nationally.

About the role:

The Production Operator role is a hands-on role that contributes to the successful operation of our Packaging division. You will be required to work as part of a team, ensuring that packaging priorities and requirements are being achieved in a safe manner.

As a Production Worker, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

    • Positively contribute to a work environment that embraces diversity, all abilities employees, and where team members feel respected and have purpose.
    • Conduct self in an appropriate manner respecting the rights of others.
    • Contribute to the delivery of a safe and healthy working environment through adherence to Merriwa’s OH&S policies and procedures and taking reasonable care for self and others.
    • Maintain compliance with all company policies, legislation and service standards.
    • Under direct supervision, perform duties applicable to this grade of responsibility, either individually or in a team environment.
    • Complete production operations in a timely manner to ensure the daily production schedule is met.
    • Ensure workstations are appropriately set up for a designated job and are continuously supplied with materials to eliminate down-time.
    • Ensure that a clean and tidy work area is maintained and is responsible for appropriate housekeeping standards.

 

Mandatory Checks and Qualifications:

  • NDIS Worker Screener Check (the cost of this will be covered by Merriwa)

 

Applications close on Sunday 6 October 2024.

 

Please note that the application process may close earlier should a successful candidate be sourced.

 

In your application you will need to submit a covering letter, provide a current resume, identifying why you are the best candidate for the role.

Applications can be emailed to: [email protected]

For a confidential discussion or to obtain a Position Description for the role please contact: HR Manager – Natalie Milgate on 0419 656 426 or visit our website www.merriwa.org.au.

Contact Us

We’re always looking for team members that align with our values and guiding principles of leadership. If you’re thinking of a future with Merriwa, please contact our HR team.

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