Mark finds his niche late in life as a postie

Mark recently relocated from New South Wales to Victoria with his partner, bringing with him a diverse employment background that included experience in the printing industry, work as a V/Line train conductor, and providing support in the aged care sector.

Mark joined  CVGT Employment’s Workforce Australia program after having difficulty finding employment.  Despite applying for over seventy jobs online Mark felt his age was holding him back from progressing to the next stage.

I started to believe I was too old to gain employment. I recalled CVGT Employment has a good reputation and asked Centrelink to refer me to CVGT Kyneton. 
Mark
CVGT Employment Workforce Australia  Participant

Following an assessment of Mark’s needs by CVGT Employment Consultant Rebecca Franke, he was shortlisted for an interview with the Marong Post Office. After a successful interview, Mark was offered employment as a postman.

It was great to be able to support Mark into meaningful employment that he loves, especially after the difficulties he experienced trying to find work as an older job seeker.
Rebecca Franke
CVGT Employment Consultant

Mark had a very positive experience with Rebecca and the CVGT Employment team, and was referred straight away for an interview.

Within a couple of weeks of registering with CVGT  Employment I found full-time work. Since commencing work CVGT have helped me with fuel vouchers and are in regular contact to see how I am.
Mark
CVGT Employment Workforce Australia  Participant

Marong Post Office appreciated CVGT Employment’s streamlined recruitment process and their support with interview selection. .

All applicants provided had something to bring to the position. We actually went to a second interview process, where we screened down from seven applicants to three. We had to find the right person and CVGT Employment’s streamlined process made this easy for us.
Emma Gretgrix
Marong Post Office Licensee

After Mark commenced employment, CVGT Employment maintained regular contact through check-ins and phone calls to ensure he was settling in well. They also provided information on wage subsidy options and available assistance for purchasing protective gear and work attire.

The recruitment process is easy from start to finish, and the follow-up contact is really good. We found the right person for the job and believe it’s really important that CVGT Employment sent a diverse range of people to choose from.
Emma Gretgrix
Marong Post Office Licensee

For older job seekers, Mark offered this advice:

If you are in your 50s and 60s go try the person-to-person approach. I am an example of how that has worked. Be persistent. Register with CVGT Employment. Be flexible in what you apply for and use your transferable skills to find work.
Mark
CVGT Employment Workforce Australia  Participant

Connect to CVGT Employment

To learn more about how our team can provide dedicated support to help you find meaningful employment, contact CVGT Employment on 132 848 or visit cvgt.com.au

You can also visit our local CVGT Employment Bendigo office or find a CVGT Employment branch near you here.

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