Job Description

Our purpose is to make skills, education and employment accessible to every person, so they can create their own world of unbounded possibilities.

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About The BUSY Group...

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Help Australia's Service Personnel Build Their Next Chapter

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Each year, thousands of Australian Defence Force members begin a new chapter beyond military service. As a Career Transition Specialist with The BUSY Group, you'll help them translate their experience into meaningful civilian careers.

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You'll empower members to recognise the value of their skills, explore new opportunities, and navigate career change with confidence and purpose.

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This is more than a career coaching role. It is an opportunity to guide and support people who have dedicated themselves to serving Australia, helping shape their next chapter.

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What You'll Be Doing

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- Work one-on-one with transitioning ADF members to identify transferable skills, build confidence, and explore civilian career opportunities.
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- Support participants with resumes, job search strategies, interview preparation, and career planning.
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Creating Meaningful Pathways

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- Guide individuals towards education, training, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), and vocational pathways aligned to their goals.
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- Help participants explore a range of post service pathways including retirement, volunteering and study.
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- Help participants discover opportunities they may never have previously considered.
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Building Community Connections

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- Develop relationships with employers, training providers, industry bodies, and community networks.
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- Create pathways to employment and positive outcomes for Defence members and their families.
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This role is permanent full time,



office based in Canberra.

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Employee Benefits:

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- 4additionalpaid annual leave days – 1 My BUSY Day and 3 days at Christmas
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- Clear pathways for internal advancement
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- Dedicated training budget for personal and professional growth
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- BUSY Benefits program-Paid parental Leave, retaildiscounts
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- Enjoy work that genuinelyimpactslives
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- Employee Assistance Programwith Sonder Wellbeing App
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Who We're Looking For

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We're seeking people who are passionate about helping others succeed. Experience may include:

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- Career coaching
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- Employment services
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- Recruitment and talent acquisition
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- Vocational education and training
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- Human resources
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- Defence or veteran support services
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- Australian Defence Force
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Whether through skilled experience or lived Defence experience, you'll bring empathy, credibility, and a genuine desire to support others.

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Role Qualifications & Experience

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One of the following:

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- Five years' experience in the employment services industry or a community service sector such as career coaching, employment services, recruitment, or vocational education; OR
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- A minimum of 4 years of full-time ADF service within the previous five years.
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Former ADF members and partners are strongly encouraged to apply.



Your understanding of military culture and transition challenges can make a lasting difference to those following a similar path.

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Skills & Mindset

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- High emotional intelligence and active listening skills.
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- Ability to support individuals navigating significant life changes.
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- Understanding of the local employment market, industry sectors, or vocational pathways.
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- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Program & Compliance Essentials

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- Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance, National Police Check, and relevant Working with Children and/or Vulnerable People Checks.
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- Valid Open Driver's Licence.
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Ready to Help Shape the Futures of Those Who Served?

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If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team committed to supporting Defence personnel, strengthening communities, and creating meaningful employment outcomes across Australia.

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This role will actively commence recruitment from the date of advertisement. The closing date of this ad is dependent on the appointment of the role.

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The BUSY Group is an organisation that prioritises the safeguarding of children and all vulnerable people by actively adopting strategies that embed a culture of zero tolerance for abuse of any kind. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including criminal history and relevant working with children checks.

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The BUSY Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from First Nations People, veterans, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

📌 Career Transition Specialist (Canberra)
🏢 BUSY At Work
📍 Canberra