Student Job Search Guide - Prepared by Careers Counsellors - The Gordon
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Contents Services we provide 4 Geelong fast facts 5 Job search tips 6 Sample of resume – 1 7 Sample of resume – 2 9 Blank resume 10 Sample of application letter 12 Key selection criteria 13 Sample responses 14 Useful internet sites 15 thegordon.edu.au TAFE 3044 07164 26 Jul 2019 Page 2 | Student Job Search Guide
Careers Counsellors Services we provide Not sure……. what to do? Where your course is leading to? Where to start looking for a job? We can help! Careers (current and What you need to do Come future students) • Careers counselling and advice • Bring any relevant documents eg. resume and • Course advice and application assistance (including VTAC) • Do some research beforehand eg. check out our course information on the website – www.thegordon.edu.au see us! • TAFE and University pathways • Pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship course pathways. Employment Railway Station (current students) CITY GORDON AVE • Assistance with job applications, CAMPUS resumes , interviews and E information on employment P Boardroom Gordon E C Gallery • Resume service via email E E FENWICK STREET or by appointment E • Course and career outcomes advice. H G T LATR Student Courtyard Customer NORTH Hub P How can I organise Service E Level 2 an appointment? G OBE Auditorium (Level 1) F Courtyard Call – 5246 6218 Library (Level 1) EAST E TERR A Cafeteria E Email - careerscounselling@ K E G D ACE gordontafe.edu.au Tech School (Levels 2 & 3) SOUTH Café on Track Davidson Restaurant E E E E E Drop into Customer Service P LITTLE MALOP STREET P P Geelong City Centre OLNEY AVENUE EAST CAMPUS Car Park E L E Car Park E Car Park G E P G BOUNDARY ROAD EXTENSION E P Jamie’s Ministry of Food PP P EE P PP E M E E CS E A H Cafeteria Customer Service E E E E E Library Car Park E E F P B Car Park ST P Car Park A P LB e nc AN ide es E rd o nR SR Go E OA D Page 3 | Student Job Search Guide
Geelong fast facts GEELONG FAST FACTS Selected Major Employers, Barwon Region (2018) Barwon Health Employees (FTE) 4,248 Department of Education and Training - Barwon South West Region 3,228 Geelong is located 75km south west of Melbourne Deakin University - Waurn Ponds and Waterfront campuses 2,122 and is Victoria’s largest regional city. GenU Community Services 2,066 Population Growth Rate Area City of Greater Geelong 1,595 Local Government Area (% change) (km2) 2016 2017 Cotton On (Head Office, Stores and Warehouse) 1,370 City of Greater Geelong 239,529 245,751 +2.6% 1,248 Transport Accident Commission (TAC) 921 Surf Coast Shire 30,465 31,350 +2.9% 1,553 Barwon Prison Precinct 840 Borough of Queenscliffe 2,929 2,960 +1.1% 9 Woolworths Supermarkets (estimated) 800 Golden Plains Shire 22,016 22,574 +2.5% 2,703 Target (Head Office and Stores) 766 Colac Otway Shire 21,362 21,432 +0.3% 3,438 Australian Lamb 758 Total (G21 Region) 316,301 324,067 +2.5% 8,951 Ford Motor Company of Australia Ltd (Design and Testing) 750 Greater Melbourne 4,485,210 4,670,461 +4.1% 9,991 Viva Energy Refining 700 Victoria 6,173,172 6,321,648 +2.4% 227,496 WorkSafe Headquarters 700 Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0) National Disability Insurance Agency Headquarters 607 Building Activity, City of Greater Geelong 2016/17 2017/18 % Change The Gordon (TAFE) 526 New dwelling approvals (no.) 2,614 2,940 +12.5% St John of God Hospital 508 Domestic building activity $878m $1,039m +18.3% Bulla Dairy Foods 504 Non-domestic building activity $608m $698m +14.8% Coles Supermarkets (estimated) 500 Total Value of Building Activity $1,486m $1,737m +16.9% Golden Farms (Turosi Pty Ltd) 480 Source: City of Greater Geelong. Source: City of Greater Geelong. Full-time equivalent (FTE) employee numbers at July 2018. This is a selection of the largest employers in the region. Median House Prices 2016 2017 % Change City of Greater Geelong $425,000 $475,000 +11.7% Infrastructure and Research Assets Major Education Facilities Surf Coast Shire $670,000 $753,750 +12.5% Avalon Airport Deakin University Borough of Queenscliffe $790,000 $820,000 +3.8% - Waurn Ponds and Waterfront Port of Geelong Golden Plains Shire $360,000 $395,000 +9.7% The Gordon (TAFE) V/Line Colac Otway Shire $300,000 $335,500 +11.8% Geelong Tech School Geelong Road Network Metropolitan Melbourne $642,000 $720,000 +12.1% Geelong Industry Trade Training Centre - Princes Fwy/Hwy - Geelong Ring Road Victoria $525,000 $593,000 +13.0% - Surf Coast Hwy - Bellarine Hwy Marcus Oldham College Source: Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, ‘A Guide to Property Values 2017’. - Hamilton Hwy - Midland Hwy Geelong Grammar School City of Greater Geelong 2011 2016 % Change CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory The Geelong College Labour Force (Greater Geelong residents in the labour force) 101,040 110,631 +10% Geelong Centre for Emerging and Kardinia International College Infectious Diseases Workforce (Greater Geelong jobs) 86,842 100,666 +16% Christian College Centre for Molecular and Medical Research FL 13188 Source: REMPLAN Economy (based on ABS data). St Josephs College Institute for Frontier Materials Number of Commuters 2011 2016 % Change Sacred Heart College Carbon Nexus © 2018 Economic Development, City of Greater Geelong. Greater Geelong to Greater Melbourne 10,333 11,792 +14% Joseph Innovation Trade Training Centre Institute for Intelligent Systems Research Greater Melbourne to Greater Geelong 4,889 6,513 +33% and Innovation Health and Allied Services Greater Geelong to other G21 Councils* 2,716 3,473 +28% ManuFutures Barwon Health Other G21 Councils to Greater Geelong 10,315 13,891 +35% Pivot City Innovation District - University Hospital Geelong Source: REMPLAN Economy (based on ABS data). - Grace McKellar Centre *Surf Coast Shire, Borough of Queenscliffe, Golden Plains Shire and Colac Otway Shire. Major Tourism and Sporting Assets & Events - Andrew Love Cancer Centre - 5.1 million visitors each year - Barwon Health North (2019) Jobs Value-added^ Epworth Hospital Geelong City of Greater Geelong Waterfront Geelong Major Industry Sectors* No. % of Change $m % Workforce 2011-16 St John of God Hospital & Pathology Bellarine Peninsula Health Care and Social Assistance 17,670 18% +32% $1,440 11% Lake Imaging Great Ocean Road Retail Trade 13,665 14% +13% $895 7% Bellarine Community Health Regional Food and Wine Trails Education and Training 11,000 11% +24% $1,085 9% GenU Community Services Geelong Botanic Gardens Construction 9,670 10% +22% $1,219 10% Transport Accident Commission (TAC) You Yangs Regional Park Manufacturing 8,085 8% -26% $1,034 8% National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) Geelong Performing Arts Centre Accommodation and Food Services 7,730 8% +31% $422 3% WorkSafe Victoria Headquarters Geelong Art Gallery Public Administration and Safety 5,625 6% +28% $629 5% GMHBA Geelong Library and Heritage Centre Professional, Scientific and 5,335 5% +29% $632 5% National Wool Museum Technical Services Source: REMPLAN Economy (based on ABS data). ^Contribution to Gross Regional Product. Kardinia Park (incl. GMHBA Stadium) 100 Brougham St Geelong *This is not a full list of all industry sectors, just the largest. Geelong Football Club P: 03 5272 4888 E: ecodev@geelongcity.vic.gov.au Adventure Park Geelong Australian International Airshow Eco Dev Geelong Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race www.geelongaustralia.com.au/business Page 4 | Student Job Search Guide
Job search tips Find a job Sell yourself Your effort = results Your resume is your marketing tool Approximately 70 percent of jobs are not openly Ask yourself these questions – advertised, so your job search needs to involve a • What sort of work am I looking for? variety of strategies, including networking. • Where will I send it? Five ways to find a job in Geelong include: • Who will be reading it? 1. U sing your personal contacts and • Ensure your resume reflects this and tailor networks (including volunteering) it to the job you are applying for. 2. Reading job advertisements in newspapers (Geelong Addy on Sat and Wed) 3. Reviewing online job website (eg: Seek, Indeed) Mix it up! 4. Recruitment agencies If a piece of information is 5. S earching company websites eg: Cotton on / Barwon Health and setting up email alerts important, make sure people see it at the start of your resume. You will obviously need to cover the basics, eg: Apply for a job • Personal details and contact information • Education and training People usually apply for a job • Work experience / employment history through a written application. • Referees • Job applications need to be of a high standard • Don’t be afraid to add extra headings and expand on certain to ensure the best possible chance of being things that will highlight a specific skill or competency selected for interview or testing. • Is the most relevant information your current studies and • Job applications usually include a cover letter perhaps work experience? If so, then highlight this. and a copy of your resume (also known as a • You can choose to list your referees on your resume. If Curriculum Vitae or CV). Applications should be you choose not to do this – then add: Referees available tailored to specific jobs and demonstrate relevant upon request and provide a list at your interview. skills, qualifications and/or experience. • Referees can be your employer, work placement supervisor, • Before applying you need to understand what or TAFE teacher. Ask if it is okay with your referees prior to the advertisement is asking for and the attributes including on your resume and always let them know if you the company or empoyer wants in its staff. have just had an interview so that they can be prepared. • Attributes that the company or employer wants in its staff. • Applications can be sent by email or mail - if a preference is not stated you should check with the employer or recruiter to see how they want to receive your application. Page 5 | Student Job Search Guide
Sample of resume - 1 BRENDAN STEWART 3 Smith Street, Geelong Vic 3220 M: 0420 111 111 brendanstewart3@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT Recently registered enrolled nurse with medication endorsement seeking to make a positive contribution in an acute setting. Achieved excellent results and feedback during nursing placements. Experience in work health and safety and emergency services and ability to work with teams in highly pressured situations. TERTIARY TRAINING 2014-2015 Diploma of Nursing The Gordon Achieved excellent results with high distinctions in: I.V Medication and Administration Client Assessment Palliative Care Nursing care for clients with chronic health problems 2005 Certificate IV in Occupational Health & Safety The Gordon NURSING CLINICAL PLACEMENTS Jun 2015 Geelong Private Hospital – Medical Ward Administration of intravenous, oral and subcutaneous medications Complex wound dressings, admissions, discharges, documentation in pathways and progress notes “Brendan has adapted to work with all buddies in a respectful way. His confidence has soared as he has learnt the medical ward routine” – extract from student progress reports. Mar 2015 University Hospital, Geelong – Heath Wing 6 Venepuncture, catheter removal, drain tube removal, surgical wound dressings, handover Administration of intravenous, oral and subcutaneous medications “I have seen a huge improvement in Brendan’s ability to plan his day and work independently” – extract from student progress reports. BRENDAN STEWART | P a g e 1 Page 6 | Student Job Search Guide
Sample of resume - 1 (continued) NURSING CLINICAL PLACEMENTS continued Oct 2014 Aged Psychiatry Service Communication with clients with depression, anxiety, delusions, hallucinations, suicidal tendencies Mental state examinations (MSE) and risk assessments “Brendan dedicated himself to further learning and made every effort to engage in learning opportunities” – extract from student progress reports. July 2014 Alan David Lodge Communication with residents who have dementia, difficulties with vision / hearing and other disabilities Patient transfers and operating lifting equipment, assisting with residents with activities of daily living (ADL’s) “Brendan maintains a professional manner at all times shown through maintaining resident’s privacy, confidentiality and dignity” – extract from student progress reports. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Jul 2015 - Present Personal Care Assistant Geelong Aged Care Responsibilities: Assist residents with ADL’s Report and document changes to resident’s medical condition, behaviour and well being Assist in the development and review of care plans Provide a clean, comfortable and safe environment Palliative care Working various shifts and enhancing my time management and nursing care skills 2001 – 2014 Team Leader Ford Motor Company, Geelong Started as a press operator and progressed to team leader. Developed team leadership and reporting skills Actively contributed to work health and safety as member of the OHS team and undertook further studies OTHER INFORMATION 2008 - current Crew member, SES Responding to local emergencies and assisting other emergency services This experience confirmed my desire to be a nurse REFEREES BRENDAN STEWART | P a g e 2 Page 7 | Student Job Search Guide
Sample of resume - 2 MICHAEL JOHN SMITH 3 John Street, Geelong VIC 3220 M 0430 900000 H 03 52250000 mjsmithsparky@gmail.com Drivers licence and own car SUMMARY Great practical trade skills developed in the pre apprenticeship course and working as a machine operator. Currently enrolled in the electrical pre apprenticeship with The Gordon, attending all classes and getting great feedback from teachers. Seeking an electrical apprenticeship or work that could lead to an apprenticeship. Proven work ethic, ability to work independently and safely. TRAINING AND EDUCATION 2015 Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies, The Gordon Work health and safety, including Construction Induction Card Electrical concepts and applications Parts and components Workplace communication and maths Electrical wiring and equipment Drawings and diagrams Introduction to welding 2013 Year 12, Newcomb Secondary College, English, Further Maths, Systems Engineering, Outdoor Education and Legal Studies Achieved highest results in Systems Engineering WORK HISTORY 2014- present Machine Operator, South West Softwoods Ensuring machine running smoothly and using range of equipment Trouble shooting, including identifying and fixing minor faults under the supervision of the maintenance manager Stacking timber and other tasks to support the team Note: started this job on a casual basis after completing VCE and found I was very good at fault finding and decided to commit to a career as an electrician VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE 2012 – current Tree Planting, Greening Australia Tree planting and weeding and watering First volunteered at school; now part of a group that regularly volunteers REFEREES Mark Jones, Maintenance Manager, South West Softwood, 0400 300 300 Gordon Teacher Note: make sure to get approval to list people as referees and let them know if you are going for an interview and they are likely to be contacted! Page 8 | Student Job Search Guide
Blank resume Personal details Name: Address: Date of Birth (optional): Driver’s licence: Email: Phone: Personal profile What is your intention, what sort of work are you looking for? Avoid general statements such as ‘seeking full time work”. Employability characteristics Eg. reliable, hard-working, trustworthy, good communication skills. Give examples of how you demonstrate these qualities. Education and training List courses completed and don’t forget to include your current studies Year Name of course Name of training institution Year Name of course Name of training institution Year Name of course Name of training institution Page 9 | Student Job Search Guide
Employment history Hobbies & interests (optional) Position title: Employer: Duration Duties: Referees It is completely acceptable to have Achievements: ‘available upon request’ here and then provide a list of names at the interview Position title: Name of person Employer: Their position Duration Company employed by Duties: Telephone Name of person Achievements: Their position Company employed by Position title: Telephone Employer: Duration Name of person Duties: Their position Company employed by Achievements: Telephone Position title: NOTE: Employer: Do not limit yourself to these Duration categories – This is YOUR resume Duties: Feel free to add any further information that will help to market yourself. Achievements: Other categories could include: Voluntary activities, extra curricular activities, clinical placements, professional memberships etc. Page 10 | Student Job Search Guide
Sample of application letter Address Phone Email Date Mr. T. Gaylor Learning and Development Coordinator Melbourne Pathology 101 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000 Re: Pathology Collector Casual Pool positions Dear Travis, As a newly qualified Certificate III Pathology graduate from the Gordon, Geelong, please accept my application to join the casual Pathology Collector pool with Melbourne Pathology. For the past year, I have been volunteering as an Activities Assistant at ABC Aged Care. This role, as well as my student pathology placement, has developed my communication skills, especially with vulnerable patients. My placement at Melbourne Pathology has reinforced the knowledge and skills gained during my course and confirmed my desire to work in the health sector. I am sure my referees will confirm that I have a great work ethic. My resume outlines the customer service roles I have had in retail and hospitality, as well as community involvements. I am accustomed to working various shifts and can work at short notice. I have an unrestricted licence, a reliable car and am prepared to travel distances between collection centres. I am committed to working with Melbourne Pathology and would be proud to work for an organization with such high standards of care. Thank you very much for your time and consideration. Yours sincerely, Name Page 11 | Student Job Search Guide
Key selection criteria • Download the Position Description • Scan the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) section • List the KSC and under each heading you need to provide examples of how you have demonstrated this competency. You can use examples from work, study and volunteering. The STAR Method: Situation Task Action Results Generally Selection Criteria will ask you to demonstrate examples of your experience. One way to address the criteria is by using the STAR Method What was the situation? Situation This is a brief outline of the situation faced and your role. What were the main issues involved with the situation? Task What needed to be done? Action What were the steps you took to complete the task? Result What was the outcome? How did it change things at work? Source: http://www.myselectioncriteria.com.au/34/the-star-method/ Employers may list two types of selection criteria: • Essential criteria – what attributes, qualifications and experience are needed to perform the role • Desirable criteria – skills, experience and qualifications that are valuable but not essential Page 12 | Student Job Search Guide
Sample responses Certificate III in Business Administration and/or demonstrated competence through experience. I am currently studying the Certificate III in Business Administration and have had 12 years of experience in customer service related positions. I can confidently work with minimal supervision in a fast paced and complex office environment. I have worked in large and small organisations and can provide you with the names of my previous employers that can verify my experience and my passion for working in the front line of customer service. Demonstrated high level accuracy and experience in using the keyboard, word processing, data entry, and internet based applications and databases. In my role as the Manager of The Pickled Cucumber, I was solely responsible for all aspects of the cafe including the management and rostering of staff, handling bookings and dealing with customers. This meant that I produced high quality promotional materials for the cafe ie. ‘Specials’ flyers, menus. I was responsible for updating the website and also initiated the creation of an excel spreadsheet to assist in the staff rostering process. Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of, the principles of exceptional customer service, experience in customer service “front line” and telephone operations. My experience in customer service commenced at Rex Gorell Ford immediately after I completed Year 12. This position required me to be an all-rounder and I was exposed to all facets of the business including new car sales, the service and spare parts departments. This experience provided me with a solid foundation for the upcoming roles that I undertook which all involved dealing with the general public. Since this time I have worked in large and small business in both hospitality and service industries. Regardless of what industry I have worked in, the fundamentals of customer service are always the same. Be approachable, great eye contact, show that you are listening, keep customer informed about what you are doing and follow up with the customer are all important roles when dealing with the general public. Page 13 | Student Job Search Guide
Useful internet sites For Geelong careers info Australian Apprenticeships Support Geelong Careers for latest jobs, trending industries and events Network Providers in the Geelong Region www.geelongcareers.org.au Apprenticeship Support Australia Address: 20 Little Malop Street, Geelong VIC 3220 For Geelong based recruitment agencies Phone: 1300 363 831 www.people@work.com.au Email: info@apprenticeshipsupport.com.au www.programmed.com.au Apprenticeships Matter www.adecco.com.au Address: Level 2/65 Brougham St, Geelong VIC 3220 www.hays.com.au Phone: 1800 005 355 Web site: www.appsmatter.com.au For Online recruitment websites MAS Experience www.seek.com.au Address: 2/171-181 Moorabool St, Geelong VIC 3220 www.adzuna.com.au Phone: 1300 627 628 www.careerone.com.au Web site www.masexperience.com.au www.jobsearch.gov.au MEGT Australian Apprenticeships Centre www.indeed.com.au Address: 9 Clare Street, Geelong VIC 3220 Phone: 1300 365 022 For jobs in health Web site: http://www.megt.com.au www.epworth.org.au/about-us/careers/pages/homepage.aspx Sarina Russo www.sjog.org.au/hospital/careers.aspx Address: Corner of Gheringhap and McKillop Streets, www.barwonhealth.org.au/careers Geelong VIC 3220 www.health.vic.gov.au/jobs/ Phone: 1300 178 776 Website: http://sarinarusso.com For jobs in education www.eduweb.vic.gov.au Workplace rights and rules www.fwa.gov.au For jobs in policing & corrections www.jobwatch.org.au www.police.vic.gov.au www.correctionsjobs.vic.gov.au Career planning www.afp.gov.au/careers-choices www.myfuture.edu.au www.jobguide.education.gov.au For jobs in the defence forces www.careerone.com.au/jobs/job-search/get-that-job www.defencejobs.gov.au www.joboutlook.gov.au Australian apprenticeships Courses and applications www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au www.thegordon.edu.au www.education.vic.gov.au/victorianskillsgateway www.vtac.edu.au Volunteering www.volunteeringgeelong.org.au Page 14 | Student Job Search Guide
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