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Student Job Search Guide Prepared by Careers Counsellors
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 05 Mar 2020 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
• 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
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information on employment P Boardroom
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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
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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 GuideSample 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 GuideSample 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 GuideSample 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 GuideBlank 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 GuideEmployment 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 GuideSample 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 GuideKey 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 GuideSample 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
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