Employment Consultant

Overview

Allied Health Australia is recruiting an Employment Consultant for its Pinnacle Rehab team in St Leonards, New South Wales. The organisation is a workplace rehabilitation provider focused on helping injured workers recover well and return to work with confidence and independence.

The business places strong emphasis on staff growth, structured onboarding, and a supportive team environment. The role suits a people-focused professional who enjoys helping clients move into suitable employment while building relationships with employers and other stakeholders.

Workplace culture and benefits

• Recognised as a certified Great Place to Work, with a ranking of #2 among healthcare and social assistance workplaces in Australia, and also recognised as a Best Workplace for Women.
• Clear induction and a personalised onboarding plan.
• Flexible scheduling, including the ability to organise appointments, office days, and work-from-home time.
• Supportive, collaborative, and enjoyable team atmosphere.
• Competitive pay with an achievable bonus structure.
• Travel costs reimbursed at $0.99 per kilometre, including tolls and parking.
• Onboarding support through a buddy system, plus weekly and monthly team meetings.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Work equipment provided, including a laptop and iPhone.
• Seasonal social events during the year and an annual company-wide celebration.
• Opportunity to join the Emerging Leaders Program for career growth.
• Employee Assistance Programs for wellbeing support.
• Social entertainment budgets to strengthen team connection.
• Flexible working arrangements supported through an unplug agreement.
• Paid parental leave to support family needs.
• Learning and development through group supervision, quarterly formal professional development, and monthly learning sessions.

Role summary

In this position, you will manage a client portfolio made up of people who are looking for work as part of their rehabilitation journey. The job involves travelling across hubs within your region for face-to-face meetings, while attending the office once a month for team catch-ups.

Key duties

• Support clients as they prepare to re-enter employment.
• Reach out to employers to discuss staffing needs, incentives, job trials, and placements.
• Help clients create and refine their resumes.
• Deliver job-search training using the relevant training modules.
• Assist with career planning and matching candidates to suitable roles.
• Build and maintain local relationships with prospective employers.
• Provide follow-up support after placement.

Candidate profile

The employer is seeking a warm, proactive, and solutions-focused professional with a caring approach and the motivation to help others secure meaningful work. You should be comfortable working independently, as well as contributing positively within a team.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar position.
• Background in recruitment or in helping people with barriers to employment find new work.
• Access to a car and a valid driver’s licence.
• Strong time management skills and close attention to detail.
• Confidence in building productive stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and collaborate effectively with others.
• Strong telephone manner and the ability to network with potential employers.
• Police check, or willingness to obtain one before starting.

Equal opportunity statement

The employer welcomes applicants from all cultures, ages, religions, and genders, and is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Application note

Applications close on 26 July 2026.