Wanted for immediate start Assistant Furniture Maker.
The workshop is near Daylesford and accomodation and meals are part of the renumeration.
We are looking for either a qualified furniture maker, joiner or carpenter or part way through their apprenticeship. If you don’t have formal qualifications but have experience working in furniture making, joinery or carpentry feel free to get in touch.
You are expected to be hardworking, honest, physically fit, capable, be able to demonstrate initiative and be willing to learn.

Lake House (2 Chefs' Hats) – Australia's iconic and most consistently highly awarded Gourmet Retreat is located in Daylesford, 80minutes from Melbourne and is surrounded by some of Australia's best producers and growers.

We offer – Great conditions; career advancement; the benefits of working with a much-awarded professional team; an opportunity to develop, learn and interact with a network of excellent local growers supplying some of the best produce in Australia.

You will need - A good team work ethic; great cooking skills and a passion for creating beautiful food. Experience with contemporary culinary cuisine at a high level, an advantage.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Ensure through constant assessment and vigilance the excellence of standards in preparation, cooking, presentation, service procedures and service times

- Assisting Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure all menu items are documented, standardised and costed on an ongoing basis

- Assessing and maintaining service procedures and service times

- Maintaining agreed systems and standards for the stock control, stock rotation and food storage systems that will ensure maximum quality and minimum spilage

- Controlling food costs through portion and wastage control and regular kitchen stocktaking

- Ensuring all kitchen equipment, especially that relevant to section, is kept in good repair, is on a regular maintenance schedule and is kept track of through regular stocktakes, with equipment not in use for specific menus counted and appropriately stored

- Maintain a strong interest in contemporary culinary trends and consistently monitor and report on the work of other highly rated restaurants.

Assistance with long term visa available if required.

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Job no: 849202
Location: Mt Helen Campus
Categories:Professional/General
School/Area: Facilities Services

Advertised: 24 May 2019 2:00 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Jun 2019 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Job no: 849106
Location: Mt Helen Campus
Categories:VET
School/Area: FedUni TAFE

Advertised: 24 May 2019 10:00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Jun 2019 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Wanted: Nanny and household assistant

Traditional Australian-Irish farming family seeks help in caring for 2 school aged children (6 and 9) and performing household chores. Only 1 hour from Melbourne in the Trentham district. The position provides a unique opportunity to get to be a part of the extended family and the very special Trentham community. Rural / farm work may also be available if interested.

Car, accommodation, internet access and weekly wage supplied. No weekend work required.

Must have: a love of children, basic cooking skills, a driving licence, flexible attitude to working hours, a sense of humour and a can-do attitude.

Please call 0428241626 if interested

About the branch The Regional Victoria Division is responsible for the service delivery of initiatives, programs and services. On-ground works and services will conserve environments, protect culture and heritage, manage visitor facilities and improve opportunities and support fire and emergency management. Service delivery is managed and delivered within the demands of the Divisional Action Plan and the requirements of the Division's statewide fire and emergency role and in partnership with community and government agencies. Each region consists of a diverse range of parks and reserves. Staff working within the Region are responsible for providing efficient and effective implementation of a broad range of often complex park management functions including natural, cultural and built asset management, visitor management and services, stakeholder management, park planning and emergency response. About the role and your responsibilities: You will deliver in park services as directed by the Manager to enable efficient and effective delivery at a district level in accordance with the Regional Action Plan. Your primary responsibility of this position will be to support the delivery of on the ground works including, but not limited to, maintenance of assets, infrastructure, and facilities; and the field delivery of environmental projects. In this exciting role you may also undertake Fire and Emergency response activities in accordance with requirements and level of training. As the Field Service Officer, you will be accountable for personal performance and demonstrate a strong personal work ethic. In this role you will actively participate in a team environment and ensure that the overall success of the team is considered to be an outcome of individual success. You will have the opportunity to show your enhanced skills by being adaptable and flexible to on the ground service requirements in order to ensure superior park management services are achieved at all times. You may also be required to work across other elements of the delivery on-ground works to protect natural and cultural values and visitor facilities and interpreting the values and features of the estate to park visitors and other stakeholders. To be successful for this role you will need: Certificate or Diploma in Natural Resource Management and/or equivalent experience in a similar field is desirable. Plant, chainsaw and machinery operation experience are desirable. Demonstrated experience in customer service, communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated experience in self-management. To view the full position description, please click the 'apply for this job' link below. Apply for this job

Registered Nurse Division 1 Grade 2
Operating Suite
Casual positions

Ballarat Health Services, Central Allocations Unit is seeking applications from specialised Operating Suite Registered Nurses to join our Casual Bank. Opportunities exist for casual staff to become part of the dynamic and progressive Operating Suite team.

Previous experience within the Operating Suite is essential. Applicants who have completed or are completing tertiary studies with perioperative stream will be highly regarded.

BHS Operating Suite is a dynamic service striving to provide the highest standards of care for our patients, while maintaining a commitment to a continuously improving clinical environment. Currently, six Operating Suites cover elective and emergency surgery. Specialities include General Surgery, ENT, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic (including trauma), Urology and Vascular surgery. The unit operates from 8am - 11pm with an on-call service overnight.

To be successful for interview applicants must hold a current registration under the National Registration & Accreditation Scheme and have a current Police clearance (less than 12 months old).

Being part of a team that values leadership and excellence in healthcare you will work in a unit that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients. This is a great opportunity to enjoy flexibility and variety whilst maintaining your specialist skills.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:
• Excellent hourly rates
• Paid orientation
• Salary packaging options
• In-service education & professional development opportunities
• Flexible rostering
• Staff car parking

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Records Check & Immunisation Clearance.

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

All applications must be submitted online.

Trade Cook

BHS Catering

Casual Opportunity

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Trade Cook. BHS catering produces between 2,500 and 3,000 meals on a daily basis to bout our internal clients (i.e. Patients, residents and staff at BHS) and external clients, which include Meals on Wheels providers, Childcare Centres and Health Care providers. 

Successful applicant will possess a high degree of flexibility and initiative; have an eye for detail and a willingness to learn. Applicants must possess a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) along with a current Food Handling Certificate (HLTFS207C - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices).

The successful applicant must be able to provide a high standard of work performance and have good communication skills. The ability to work well with others in the team is important, as is the ability to work without supervision when required. Duties will include food service preparation and other duties as required.

Successful applicants will be expected to have the ability to pick up shifts at short notice, including work weekends and public holidays.

Working within a multidisciplinary team you will be expected to facilitate and foster best practise and service delivery to our clients and their families within BHS Catering.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Gerard Malcolmon 53203835.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online.

Employing around 4,300 staff, BHS' mission is to deliver quality care to the communities we serve by providing safe, accessible and integrated health services resulting in positive experiences and outcomes. Our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Compassion and Accountability are central to our organisation and this role in delivering our outcomes.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people. 

Residential Services Assistant
Central Allocations Unit
Casual Bank

A great opportunity exists for Residential Services Assistants (food handling / preparing patient meals and cleaning) to join our Casual Bank working across the Aged and Sub-Acute sites with Ballarat Health Services.
This complex position assists with individually catering meals for patient requirements and cleaning residential facilities.

Applicants must hold a current Safe Food Handling Certificate and current National Police Certificate issued within the past 12 months. 
To join our casual bank, you must be a team player, who is empathetic and believes in a holistic approach. You must have excellent communication and time management skills.

At BHS we offer excellent remuneration, benefits and incentives, including:
• Excellent hourly rates
• Paid orientation
• Salary packaging options
• In-service education & professional development opportunities
• First class facilities
• Staff car parking

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

Our casual bank shifts are offered within short time frames, therefore to be considered for this role you must be living in the Ballarat region

All applicants must have the right to work within Australia and provide evidence of this.

All applications must be submitted online.

Food Services Assistants

Catering Department

Permanent, part-time

Multiple Positions Available

Ballarat Health Services is seeking a highly motivated individuals to join our team as a Food Service Assistants. Duties will include assisting with food service preparation, cleaning and other duties as required. The catering departments produces between 2,500 and 3,000 meals daily to internal clients and external providers.

Successful applicants will possess a high degree of flexibility and initiative, have an eye for detail and a willingness to learn. Applicants must possess a current Food Handling Certificate (HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Safety Practices).

The successful applicant must be able to provide a high standard of work performance and have good communication skills. The ability to work well with others in the team is important, as is the ability to work without supervision when required.

Successful applicants may be expected to pick up extra shifts, work weekends and public holidays where needed.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will be expected to facilitate and foster best practise and service delivery to our clients and their families within BHS Catering.

If you feel that you are suited to this exciting opportunity, applications can be made on the Ballarat Health Services website via the e-recruit portal. If you have any further enquiries please contact Gerard Malcolm, Catering Manageron 53203835.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory immunisation clearance and a satisfactory current Police Record Check.

All applications must be submitted online.

Employing around 4,300 staff, BHS' mission is to deliver quality care to the communities we serve by providing safe, accessible and integrated health services resulting in positive experiences and outcomes. Our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Compassion and Accountability are central to our organisation and this role in delivering our outcomes.

BHS is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.

Location Profile

Woodmans Hill Secondary College is a vibrant, supportive and aspirational learning community, committed to learning from and with each other in order to ensure that all students grow. Woodmans Hill Secondary College is a school that sits at the heart of its community, situated at the Eastern entrance to Ballarat, in the suburb of Ballarat East and on the Melbourne side, with newly developed facilities on a spacious site with a newly developed Science, Technology, Art and Performing Arts facilities. At Woodmans Hill Secondary College, we pride ourselves on being a learning culture that knows each child and holds high aspirations for what they can achieve when we work together with our community. As a new school, we are committed to providing exciting learning experiences that are aimed at meeting each student at his or her academic, social and emotional point of need. Ours is a school that focuses on developing the whole child and seeks to provide a range of opportunities, both in and outside the classroom, for each student to unlock his or her potential. We are a school that invests time and resources into our staff to increase their capacity so that they can develop and improve their skills and knowledge as teachers. We are research and data driven, constantly focusing on how we can increase our pedagogical knowledge in order to achieve improved outcomes for our students. Our Leadership Team comprises of 1 principal, 1 assistant principal (teaching) 1 Leading Teacher and 1 Learning Specialist (Numeracy). Our teaching team consists of 33 teaching staff 23 ES staff (admin, maintenance, learning support, and Business Manager) who cater for the needs of 374 students from Year 7-12.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the capacity to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated capacity to respond to student learning needs. SC2 Demonstrated capacity to implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth. SC3 Demonstrated capacity to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated capacity to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents. SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, wellbeing and engagement. SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated capacity to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

Role

The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers. At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities. The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels. Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school. Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.

Responsibilities

Core responsibilities include: - Planning and implementing a range of teaching programs or courses of study - Teaching an area of the curriculum or a general curriculum to a year level - Monitoring, evaluating and reporting student progress in key learning areas - Implementing strategies to achieve targets related to student learning outcomes - Maintaining records of class attendance and recording student progress - Implementing effective student management consistent with the school charter. - Working with a mentor to participate in professional development planning, implementation and reflection developing a professional portfolio Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to: - Supervising a range of student activities including support and welfare programs - Contributing to a range of co-curricular programs

Who May Apply

For the purpose of the Teacher Graduate Recruitment Program, graduate applicant eligibility is defined as a four-year trained qualified teacher who has completed all course requirements and graduated within the last four years; and not employed as a teacher by the Department at the time of the commencement of the advertised vacancy. Applicants must also be currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

The Department values diversity and is committed to workforce diversity and equal opportunity in schools and all education workplaces. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the Department’s exemplar available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx

DET Values

The Department’s employees commit to upholding DET’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET’s Values complement each school’s own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the DET values is available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/Public-Sector-Values.aspx

Other Information

The successful applicant will receive 10 days training which covers numeracy and literacy teaching as well as coaching. This role is part of the Middle Years Literacy & Numeracy Strategy initiative that aims to provide intensive teaching support to secondary students in Years 8 to 10 who are at risk of finishing school without the literacy and numeracy skills they need for future work or study.

Conditions of Employment

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

• Bacchus Marsh Location
• Permanent Part Time Position
• Join an established and highly regarded Not-for-Profit provider of Aged Care Services

Care, compassion, and respect have been at the heart of Royal Freemasons since it was founded as a charitable organisation in 1867. Our residential care, home care and support services deliver high quality care to people in their homes, in our independent living units, our retirement apartments and aged care residential sites, with all services tailored to their individual needs.

We are a leading Not-for-Profit aged care provider in Victoria seeking an experienced Lifestyle Assistant for a permanent part time position. Royal Freemasons Bacchus Marsh is a brand new, state of the art, 144 bed nursing home.

About You 

As a focused, highly organised and motivated Lifestyle Assistant, you will be required under the direction of the Lifestyle Coordinator to provide activities programs. You will be a person who can build and maintain relationships and work well in a team. The Lifestyle Assistant works with Volunteers as well as work closely with Therapy, and Care Staff providing support and activities for the residents of the home.

The successful candidate will bring energy and enthusiasm into this role, will be service oriented, possess exceptional people skills and be passionate about providing quality aged care activities for our residents.

Key Requirements

• Certificate IV in Community Services (Leisure and Lifestyle)
• At least one years’ experience in a similar role within the Health Care or Aged Care environment with exposure to residents with Dementia
• Excellent interpersonal communication and clear written and spoken English
• A passion for working in Aged Care and Lifestyle
• Ability to work with a team and excellent customer services skills
• Computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office
• Smart phone and access to home internet required

About Us

We are an established and highly regarded Not-for-Profit provider of Aged Care Services across the Residential, Home Care and Retirement Living sectors. With locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria our staff benefit from great learning and career prospects, fantastic resources and we enjoy an envied reputation for excellence in care.

Royal Freemasons is committed to providing and maintaining a workplace that is safe and without risks to health. This includes a smoke free workplace and influenza vaccine program.

Recruitment Agencies are requested to kindly NOT contact us.

• Ballarat location
• Casual Positions Available
• Morning, Afternoon and Night Shifts available
• Established and highly regarded Not-for-Profit provider of Aged Care Services

Care, compassion and respect have been at the heart of Royal Freemasons since it was founded as a charitable organisation in 1867. Our residential care, home care and support services deliver high quality care to people in their homes, in our independent living units, our retirement apartments and aged care residential sites, with all services tailored to their individual needs.

Royal Freemasons Ballarat is a high standard 90 bed nursing home. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in your role. We are looking for candidates who have an excellent team attitude, are willing to pitch in and help where required and go above and beyond their core duties. This is vital to the success of the site.

About You

An excellent opportunity exists for experienced Personal Care Assistants who are committed to providing quality care at our residential aged care home in Ballarat.

Personal Care Assistants report to the Care Manager - Registered Nurse, and are responsible for providing a high standard of direct care to residents in the residential aged care setting, including the administration of medications as delegated, and to complete documentation as necessary.

You must have flexible availability to fill in shifts as required. You should be highly organised and self-motivated, someone who can manage their time and be flexible with their workloads. If you have proven experience within a residential aged care setting or hospital environment providing care to the elderly, we offer a great team to work with and a supportive working environment.

Key Requirements 

• Demonstrated reliability and passion for aged care
• 6 months experience is essential
• Aged Care Certificate III or IV qualification
• Medication competency essential
• Food Handling and Hygiene Certificate
• Computer and documentation skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Manual Handling and safe lifting practices
• Smart Phone and Home Internet are desirable

About Us

We are an established and highly regarded Not-for-Profit provider of Aged Care Services across the Residential, Home Care and Retirement Living sectors. With multiple locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria our staff benefit from great learning and career prospects, fantastic resources and we enjoy an envied reputation for excellence in care.

Royal Freemasons is committed to providing and maintaining a workplace that is safe and without risks to health. This includes a smoke free workplace and influenza vaccine program.

Recruitment Agencies are requested to kindly NOT contact us.

• Join an established and highly regarded Not-for-Profit provider of Aged Care Services

• Aged Care Facility Ballarat location

• Casual hours Available

"Care, compassion and respect have been at the heart of Royal Freemasons since it was founded as a charitable organisation in 1867. Our residential care, home care and support services deliver high quality care to people in their homes, in our independent living units, our retirement apartments and aged care residential sites, with all services tailored to their individual needs.”

Royal Freemasons Ballarat is an established aged care home, which is in development to a 90 bed aged care nursing home. This is an exciting opportunity to join a this great team and make a real impact in your role. We are looking for candidates who have an excellent team attitude, are willing to pitch in and help where required and go above and beyond their core duties.

About You

The Hospitality Assistant reports to the Chef/Cook, and is required to assist with the preparation, cooking and serving of food to residents. You should be highly organised and self-motivated, and someone who can manage their time and be flexible with their workloads.

If you have proven experience within aged care or a similar setting working with food preparation, we offer a great team to work with and a supportive working environment.

Key Requirements

• Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate
• Proven experience working within a Residential Aged Care environment (experience dealing with high care and dementia residents)
• Computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office
• Smart phone and access to home internet required

About Us

We are an established and highly regarded Not for Profit provider of Aged Care Services across the Residential and Community sectors. With locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria our staff benefit from great learning and career prospects, fantastic resources and we enjoy an envied reputation for excellence in Resident Care.

Royal Freemasons is committed to providing and maintaining a workplace that is safe and without risks to health. This includes a smoke free workplace and influenza vaccine program.

Recruitment Agencies are requested to kindly NOT contact us.