Job Description

As our Indigenous & Diversity Mentor you will support, empower, and coach our apprentices and trainees, including (but not limited to) indigenous status and women working in non-traditional trades.

As a people-person, you will build and leverage strong relationships to maximise successful outcomes, by:

- Providing one-on-one mentoring and support to apprentices and trainees from diverse backgrounds or with barriers to employment and training.
- Building genuine, trusted relationships grounded in cultural understanding and respect.
- Sharing knowledge, promoting understanding, and contributing to programs that support reconciliation and belonging across Zeal Futures and with Host Employers.
- Run peer group sessions to build confidence, strengthen identity, and achieve goals, championing the Zeal Futures Diversity and Inclusion strategy and programs.
- Promote the Group Training concept and the services of Zeal Futures with a view to creating further employment and training opportunities.

This fast-paced role that involves travel across NSW as you build meaningful, purpose-driven relationships with our apprentices and trainees.

What you’ll Get in Return

- Qualified Growth: Access ongoing development programs to sharpen your skills and advance your career.
- Meaningful Work: Make a lasting impact on apprentices and trainees’ lives and careers while working with a trusted and award-winning not-for-profit organisation.
- Wellbeing Support:



Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and discounted gym, retail, and lifestyle perks with our partner Flare.
- Health & Financial Benefits: Enjoy corporate health insurance rates with NIB and discounted loans with CommBank.
- Recognition & Rewards: Your efforts will be celebrated through our comprehensive reward and recognition program, including shout-outs, annual staff awards, and service milestone acknowledgments.

What you’ll bring to the table

To be successful in this role, you must be a people person who does not mind striking up a conversation. You are warm, empathetic, and pragmatic, striving to achieve the best outcome for our apprentices and trainees. You will also:

- Have a passion for coaching and guiding, having previous experience as a mentor.
- Build strong relationships built on trust.
- Be adept at meeting and managing expectations of multiple stakeholders across a range of communities.
- Hold a formal qualification and/or relevant equivalent experience.

A background in vocational education would be advantageous but not essential.

Zeal Futures are committed to equal employment opportunities, ethical practices, and the principles of cultural diversity. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from indigenous backgrounds, women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities and mature aged people.

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📌 Indigenous & Diversity Mentor: Empower Apprentices (Camden Council)
🏢 Zeal Futures Pty
📍 Camden Council