Real Futures has mutually respectful relationships with Aboriginal Elders, Traditional Owners, employers, Government and service providers.

The WA State Manager is responsible for the leadership and performance of Real Futures Western Australian portfolio, ensuring high-quality service delivery, strong contractual performance, financial sustainability and positive outcomes for Aspirants, employers and communities.

This position plays a key role in strengthening community relationships, maintaining sound governance, fostering culturally responsive service delivery and supporting continuous improvement across the portfolio.

Your ability to turn vision into reality is the attribute that will separate you from everyone else.

Applicants for this position must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and be accepted in the community as such. This position relates to Section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Chance Act 1984 (WA), where Aboriginality is considered a genuine occupational qualification for this position.

What will you be doing?

- Lead the WA portfolio, including employment, skills, training and community programs
- Ensure contractual commitments, service standards and organisational objectives are achieved across all service locations
- Accountable for achieving approved budget, revenue and performance targets across the WA portfolio
- Monitor financial and operational performance and implement timely corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with legislation, funding agreements, contractual requirements and organisational policies




- Build and maintain trusted relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations and stakeholders
- Drive consistent operational standards and service quality across all programs and locations
- Provide accurate and timely reporting to the CEO on operational performance, financial results, workforce capability and risk
- Lead, coach and support Program Managers to achieve operational, contractual, financial and service delivery outcomes

About you

- Demonstrated success leading multi-site operations through managers within complex service delivery environment
- Significant leadership experience within employment services, community services, human services or similarly regulated sector
- Strong understanding of government-funded programs, contractual performance requirements and compliance obligations
- Experience building effective relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations and stakeholders
- Understands financial drivers, resource management and performance improvement in a service delivery environment

Being a part of the Real Futures team, you will be provided with a wide range of benefits including:

- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Rewarding and supportive culture
- Birthday leave and diversity leave
- Free Employee Assistance Program




- Access to novated car leasing
- Engage Wellbeing and Recognition Centre (Move, Munch, Money and Mind)

To be considered:

- Have full working rights in Australia
- Have a current driver’s licence and a comprehensively insured vehicle
- Complete an Australia History Criminal Check
- Have a current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain a Working with Children Check before employment
- Ability to work Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5:00pm

Please note that people with a criminal record are not automatically barred from applying for this position, rather the relevance will be considered as it applies to our industry.

About AKG:

With more than 200 locations and a team of 1,500+ dedicated professionals, AKG is one of Australia's leading providers of employment, training and health services. Each year, we support over 50,000 Australians to find meaningful employment, build new skills, and improve their health and wellbeing.

As part of the AKG Group, we work alongside people from all backgrounds and life stages, helping them overcome barriers, unlock opportunities, and achieve their goals. Our work creates real, lasting impact in communities across Australia.

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of an organisation where your work directly empowers others to thrive, AKG offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career with purpose.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact our talent team via email ••••@akgaustralia.com.au.

📌 WA State Manager (ATSI Identified Role) (Belmont)
🏢 Real Futures
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