Our purpose is to make skills, education and employment accessible to every person, so they can create their own world of unbounded possibilities.
About BUSY...
BUSY At Work is part of The BUSY Group, a not-for-profit organisation. Presenting nearly 50 years' experience in skilling solutions and services to employers and businesses, job seekers and students, through apprenticeship support services, employment, education support programs, and vocational training.
About the Role
Working within our
Transition to Work
contract, you'll be on the front line
selling potential, opening doors, and creating real job outcomes
for young people. This is not a desk bound role it's about
hustle, heart, and follow-through
.
But where this role really shines?
Employer engagement.
You'll be the person who
won't take no for an answer
, confidently
pitching motivated young people to employers
, reverse-marketing candidates with limited experience but huge potential. You know how to sell attitude over experience and
turn "maybe" into "when can they start?"
You will:
MOTIVATE, EMPOWER & CHAMPION
young people throughout their employment journey
Actively
source job opportunities
through cold-calling, networking, and relationship-building with local employers
Convince employers
to give youth a chance — highlighting reliability, eagerness to learn, and cultural fit
Match participants to vacancies and
create opportunities where none existed
Build strong partnerships with stakeholders and community organisations to unlock pathways to work
Track outcomes, follow up relentlessly, and celebrate every win — big or small
Work closely with small groups of young people to build their confidence, strengthen their employability skills, and support their transition into meaningful future pathways
This is a
full-time,



fixed-term role until 30 June ****,
based in Townsville.
CHAMPION OUR CLIENTS.
BE THE PERSON WHO BELIEVES IN THEM — AND SELLS THEIR POTENTIAL — TODAY.
Market-competitive salary
circa $77k + Super + Bonus
3 additional paid annual leave days – Christmas closure
Explicit pathways for internal advancement
Dedicated training budget for personal and professional growth
BUSY Benefits program-Paid parental Leave, retaildiscountsand access to Fitness Passport
Enjoy work that genuinelyimpactslives
Employee Assistance Programwith Sonder Wellbeing App
A bit about you...
A natural relationship-builder who thrives on connecting with young people, employers, and community partners.
Demonstrated excellence in customer service and problem-solving skills.
Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage caseloads, workplace visits, and crisis interventions while maintaining accurate records.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, adaptable to diverse audiences.
Ability to obtain a Blue Card and National Police Check with no disclosable outcomes.
Next steps...
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.
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.
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.
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📌 Placement Specialist (Townsville)
🏢 The BUSY Group
📍 Townsville