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Key findings People looking for work, can't get to work While the barriers to employment differ from person to person, one of the bigger impediments that cuts across demographic profiles is the commute. 52... READ MORE

Virtual Reality (VR) is transforming how we approach chronic pain – one of the most common challenges MAX sees with our DES customers.  After spending 30 years as a professional painter, Dave’s life took ... READ MORE

Virtual Reality (VR) is changing the way we tackle chronic pain, and it’s helping our customers like Lynne improve their quality of life.    Lynne, a former medical transcriptionist, has lived with ... READ MORE

In the journey from incarceration to reintegration, securing employment is often the crucial bridge that transforms lives.  In March this year, Yakka Training delivered a Rail Infrastructure Program for o... READ MORE

“It’s a testament to the fact that when given equal opportunities, individuals with disability can perform exceptionally well and contribute significantly to their teams. To employ individuals with disability i... READ MORE

Tania says, “I actually chose MAX because I heard the good reports about what MAX does to support customers.”  READ MORE

John Cowley, National Operations Manager for Adult English, Skills and Employment at MAX, said: “Key to these services is engagement. “Literacy programs can really vary in success so engagement in the classro... READ MORE

Chris reached out to The Easy Read Toolbox and learnt that they were working on the ELSEY Project. “Easy Life Skills for Every Youth” is a project that covers all life domains, starting with disability rights... READ MORE

34 years out of employment, and too afraid to leave home from the trauma of domestic abuse. These are significant barriers that customer Paula had to overcome, and we’re incredibly proud of the resilience and b... READ MORE

MAX Solutions, one of Australia’s largest employment services providers, has released the results of a survey into the impact of digital skills and resources on finding work. The Digital Divide white paper see... READ MORE

IAC Chair and proud Wangkumarra and Barkindji man, Sean Gordon, commends MAX for the strength of our commitment and the steps we have committed to in our new RAP.  He said: “There is a lot that has chan... READ MORE

“MAX helped me out, helped me get a heap of tickets [qualifications for construction work]. They provided legit everything I needed to get into construction work,” says Alex. READ MORE

“A big part of this program is about re-energising students about the future, challenging them to see past the negative and look towards a pathway of success in their future,” Adam says. READ MORE

At MAX, we recognise that slavery and human trafficking can occur in many forms, as considered within the Act. This can include slavery, servitude, human trafficking, forced marriage, forced labour, debt bondag... READ MORE

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In keeping with MAX’s commitment to reconciliation and respect, we acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land and recognise that this land has always been under their custodianship. We pay our respects to y... READ MORE

MAX have partnered with Amazon to create a more inclusive workplace, focusing on supporting people with disability into jobs. As an employer, Amazon is a large organisation with multiple locations and roles a... READ MORE

Fleeing one’s home country to the safety of another presents many challenges, and language barriers often add another layer of complexity when settling in a new home. This is the reality for many Ukrainians w... READ MORE

Sharon says, “Shammi would keep checking in on me and gave me encouragement to keep going.”  READ MORE

Celebrating the identity of our employees and the identity of our customers is part and parcel of who we are at MAX. Our tag line of ‘Every Person. Every Chance’ has the principle of equality at is core. Withi... READ MORE

This November 12, Diwali, the Festival of Lights will be celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists all around the world.  It is the most important holiday of the year for these communities and... READ MORE

MAX is proud to announce we have again been recognised as an inclusive employer by the nation’s independent peak body for workplace diversity, Diversity Council Australia (DCA). The DCA has been tracking div... READ MORE

Martina Limbach, a seasoned trainer at MAX, brings more than just experience to the table. Her career journey spans industries as wide-ranging as website design, transport, and service in the Australian Defen... READ MORE

The other skills that he has learned during his time with the SEE program such as time management and organisational skills have allowed him to concentrate better at work too. READ MORE

Meet Sydney, a vibrant 78-year-old, and his close friend, Ildelfonso, who is 69 years young. Their story is a testament to the enduring power of friendship and the unwavering spirit of compassion.  Watchi... READ MORE

This is Waleed, a resilient Kurdish refugee who, driven by the pursuit of safety and a brighter future, journeyed from Iraq to Australia – a land steeped in unfamiliar culture and language.  Waleed’s stor... READ MORE

When Jeffrey first arrived at MAX, his self-confidence was low as he had low reading and writing skills, in addition to having a heart condition (Ischaemic Heart Disease).  When it came to Jeffrey’s emplo... READ MORE

“It helped with everything. My literacy and numeracy have come a long way. I’ve become more confident writing emails and using the computer. I went from 0 to 100 in my ability to do my assessments.”  READ MORE

Looking for your first job can be daunting. For young people that live with disability and have other barriers to employment, this process can be an even greater challenge. Without the right support, young pe... READ MORE

Australia is a diverse country. The landscape changes dramatically from top to bottom, from the centre to the coast. Understandably, the people who live, work, and study all over this country have different go... READ MORE

Our SEE the Difference program in Cessnock is an example of how our trainers are tailoring our services to meet the needs of their communities.  Cessnock is a regional town in New South Wales and houses o... READ MORE

Rachel joined MAX in 2013 and has a wide-ranging HR background with 23 years’ experience, including Executive HR roles with ASX listed companies and international entities.  Since joining MAX, Rachel has ... READ MORE

For many, finding the balance between work and home life can be difficult to manage. For over 2 and a half million Australians that provide some level of care for their families, finding a job that fits can be... READ MORE

Starting a new life in a different country is no small feat.  When you are bringing your family along with you and leaving unstable, and unsafe conditions back home it can take some time to adjust. A b... READ MORE

Many of the students at Mirrabooka are very family-focused and have limited exposure to the wider community.  When they deal with health issues, it is usually centred on their family first, with their nee... READ MORE

Australia is a country with great healthcare standards. For many people new to Australia, understanding and accessing those services isn’t necessarily a given. For many female Afghani students at our SEE class... READ MORE

Living in such a multicultural society as we do in Australia is a great privilege. The breadth of experiences and tastes of other cultures we have access to is not something you see in every country. That’s... READ MORE

Starting a new life in a foreign country can be one exciting adventure. But it is not without its challenges. The adjustment to a different employment market is one of the biggest hurdles many migrants face wh... READ MORE

Australia is an aging country and naturally, our workforce is aging too. However, despite this demographic trend, many older Australians find there are significant barriers to work.  Transitioning to work... READ MORE

A big part of making healthy decisions when it comes to food is being well-informed. With chronic health issues becoming a greater burden on countries all around the world, it is understandable there has been ... READ MORE

The MAX Foundation is dedicated to helping communities across the country. It provides grants to charities that support vulnerable communities, including disability, mental health, homelessness, migrant service... READ MORE

Find out more about SIA, VET, AMEP and SEE. READ MORE

“I have been to many different teams, with different people, that have different skills and systems. I have learnt so many useful skills and have learnt to be more confident when working with others.” Said Luke... READ MORE

Recently our Dandenong and Oakleigh Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) classes had a visit from members of the Victorian police force.  The classes were themed around educating students about wha... READ MORE

We are proud to announce that one of our students who studies with the Stirling Institute of Australia (SIA) has been named Student of the Year at the Guardian Aspire Awards for Educators. SIA, our Victoria-ba... READ MORE

  Health outcomes amongst Aboriginal and Torres strait islander’s communities still lag that of other Australians.   Closing this gap requires culturally appropriate models of health delivery servic... READ MORE

Leaving the camp was a hope we all shared as refugees, regardless of where we were from. The two refugee camps I lived in Bénin housed people from different countries in Africa - some from Congo, Nigeria, Ch... READ MORE

Diabetes is a chronic health condition that can lead to adverse outcomes such as blindness, lower limb loss, or heart attacks and stroke which can impact have a big impact on a person’s life.  Thankfull... READ MORE

Our parent company, Maximus, based in Washinton DC, today announced it has been named to the 2023 Best Employers for Diversity List by climbing 207 spots to #13. The list is compiled annually by Fo... READ MORE

PACE applicants are connected with a mentor – an experienced professional – that matches the applicant’s preferred industry, location and goals.  Over 16 weeks participants meet with their mentor at least... READ MORE

  If the last few years have taught us all anything it is that resilience is an important skill to develop to manage the challenges that life throws at you. Paul Cornish, a MAX customer from Tasmania, is... READ MORE

As a result of changes announced to the program coming in July 2024 by Katy Gallagher, Minister for Women and Tony Burke, Minister for Employment, mutual obligations in the program are no longer in effect. How... READ MORE

If you are a customer and we have been unable to return your call, we would like to apologise for not getting back to you sooner. We know how frustrating this can be.   Existing Customers: If you are an... READ MORE

Thank you to Compass Group and to the following finalists in the Large Employer of the Year category for partnering with us to give every person, every chance. •    Apple •    Am... READ MORE

Congratulations to CoreStaff for recently taking out MAX’s Medium Employer of the Year Award. The medium business award was hotly contested as businesses from around the country with between 100 and 2000 emplo... READ MORE

Andrew’s experience has been similar.  READ MORE

The Admiral Motel in Bunbury has been recognised in MAX’s annual Employer of the Year Awards. We recently honoured three outstanding businesses in the small, medium, and large categories and the Admiral Motel ... READ MORE

Sean Gordon seen fourth from left   Voice to Parliament. Since the middle of last year, there has been significant progress on the path to enabling an Indigenous Voice to Parliament and the recognitio... READ MORE

Robert from MAX, Naomi and Alaric from Wolfpack Print   Alaric was clearly shy but we’ve always had a soft spot for youth and helping them out however we can,” she says.  “And when we found out abo... READ MORE

“This [award] means a huge amount to everybody involved in our business and we really pride ourselves on diversity and inclusion being a DNA piece in our business. We really do appreciate the acknowledgment and... READ MORE

The visit was inspired by MAX’s partnership with the Multicultural Centre for Women’s Health and their shared goal of providing holistic support to migrant and refugee women in Melbourne. The SEE pro... READ MORE

  Now in a stable role as a Process Worker, her life has turned around. Her new employer has reported Peta is doing a fantastic job and is called in for additional shifts when required.  Peta’s M... READ MORE

“They’re the expert in their life and where they want to head, so we try to support that journey. The Foundation Skills Program is one of the opportunities we offer to do that,” he says.  READ MORE

  *Image: for privacy reasons, Nina chose not to have her photo shown. Image is stock. The Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Empl... READ MORE

“I hope to work but I don’t know if I’ll get a chance. I don’t know about my age. I love work. I love being busy. Work gives value to a person. It develops character and brings love to a person,” shares Gemma.”... READ MORE

In keeping with MAX’s commitment to reconciliation and respect, we acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land and recognise that this land has always been under their custodianship. We pay our respects to y... READ MORE

The AMEP has been helping migrants like Gemma to grow their confidence in English and find their feet in Australia for many years. In fact, Government supported English programs for migrants have been running i... READ MORE

Building connection, hope and a plan with her ParentsNext job coach has allowed Rebecca* to look to the future. While her priority remains supporting her young son, she is now studying and getting ready to star... READ MORE

The perfect job Jodie started in the pool attendant role.    READ MORE

“We’re looking forward to continuing to connect up to 30 suitable candidates with career opportunities in the timber industry,” says Mr Papas.  READ MORE

  Earlier this year we announced our acquisition of Victoria-based registered training organisation the Stirling Institute of Australia (SIA). Bringing SIA into MAX builds on our existing training offeri... READ MORE

“It’s a joy to witness and be part of, it gave me goose bumps,” says MAX Indigenous Mentor and Program Support Eddie Mills.  READ MORE

“Not long after Lee started, I visited Panshanger and saw firsthand how confident Lee is in working the various labouring roles across the farm. George shared with me that Lee had quickly learned the inner work... READ MORE

“CJs story is one of many that confirms Multhana’s commitment to empowering and progressing team members is paying off,” says MAX Managing Director, Deborah Homewood.  “We’re delighted to partner with the... READ MORE

Codie moved from her home in Adelaide to join the fun, vibrant and active Voyages community in remote Northern Territory in a journey to Australia's heartland. Codie is a proud Narungga and Ngarrindjeri woman*... READ MORE

“The best thing for me…my dream is to become a great chef,” he says.  READ MORE

Shaun Gray lives in Bundaberg, Queensland. He loves horror movies, video games, board games and has a passion for technology, bowling and fishing. He lives at home with his parents and his much loved dog Roxy. ... READ MORE

Alex readily admits her own choices set her on a downward spiral that ultimately landed her in prison.   This is how she went from serving time in prison to landing a Mechanical Fitter apprenticeship wit... READ MORE

For Hannah, who has always been passionate about and worked to support people at the grass roots level, her role as a Disability Employment Services Job Coach is a great fit. Her years of experience in support... READ MORE

  Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects around 12 in every 100 Australians during their life*. Susan is one of those.    According to Beyond Blue, PTSD is a set of reactions that can d... READ MORE

The acquisition builds on MAX Solutions’ existing training capacity in the health and business management sectors and will provide additional areas of study for students, including courses in Allied Health Assi... READ MORE

The 2022-2024 strategic document builds on the good work undertaken by our Indigenous Advisory Committee (IAC) and RAP Working Group over the past three years, whose achievements include: Developing and de... READ MORE

Jazz is one of nearly 150 MAX customers who have joined the Voyages team since 2018.  Voyages provides recruits with fantastic training and development opportunities including through their Indigenous t... READ MORE

Looking to the future Jasmyne is hopeful she will be able to save money and one day buy her own home. Jasmyne is one of eight customers Emily has supported into suitable roles at the commercial laundry – suppo... READ MORE

MAX Solutions has partnered with migrant advocacy group HOST International to produce the newly released Ready to Work report, which explores the experiences of culturally and linguistically diverse people who ... READ MORE

Seema came to Australia from India in 2018.  While she speaks three languages, English is not her strongest. And, while she wanted to work, that meant employers were reluctant to give her a chance.  ... READ MORE

The Accommodation Association with Minor Hotels employ candidates of all backgrounds from MAX, with a focus on those who can meet the inherent requirements of the roles available regardless of background, inclu... READ MORE

A passion is born Robert found the course more enjoyable than he was expecting and understood the material more than he thought he would.  “That’s when I found my passion for education,” he says. ... READ MORE

For proud Torres-Strait Islander Teska, a secure job with a supportive employer has given her confidence and helped ease her depression. Since joining MAX, Teska’s team have witnessed and supported her journey... READ MORE

MAX Employment is taking steps to remind regional employers that there are willing and able prospective employees available to start work in most industries from today. Australia’s largest employment services p... READ MORE

Congratulations Amy! We’re delighted to have played a part in your journey and look forward to seeing you invest in the women of the Central Coast community.  Find out more about our ParentsNext program. READ MORE

Marie Holford was passionate about working as a day care educator in her city of Adelaide but had felt unsupported over several years as she tried to achieve her childcare career goals. When she first came to ... READ MORE

After spending nearly 20 years caring for her children, including her son who lives with Autism and ADHD, Gawler local Tracey Scrimshaw has recently journeyed back into the workforce and into a role with InComP... READ MORE

After establishing herself on Australia’s Apple Isle, Afghan migrant Faride Habibollahi is taking steps to build her dream business – and contribute to her adopted community. When 45-year-old Faride arrived in ... READ MORE

The MAX Solutions 2021 Annual Review has been published and is now available for download. The document provides a comprehensive overview of the business performance over the past 12 months – including an in-de... READ MORE

MAX Solutions charitable arm, the MAX Foundation, has made donations totalling $25,000 to five deserving Australian charities in its latest grant release. To assist each group to continue their critical work a... READ MORE

  Peter, 53, has spent many years driving coaches for companies up and down the east coast of Australia. However, an acute case of Bronchitis in 2016 took a heavy toll. His body struggled to recover, and... READ MORE

MAX offices around the country will close at 12pm on Fri 24 December 2021 and re-open on Tues 4th January, 2022, at 8.30am. During this time, employment services customers can still use their online MyGov acco... READ MORE

MAX Solutions has been officially assessed to be an inclusive employer by the nation’s independent peak body for workplace diversity, Diversity Council Australia (DCA). According to DCA, an inclusive organisat... READ MORE

Kirsty Brereton is the Business Manager at MAX Warragul and she saw something in the young woman – something underneath Jess’ self-confessed belligerent exterior. READ MORE

  For 37-year-old Raymond Jones, a combination of physical and mental health issues forced an end to his work as a labourer and forklift driver. Along with his health concerns, Raymond also battled some ... READ MORE

“A role came up at a local caravan supplier. Glenn is now working for them as a handyman and loving it,” she shares.  READ MORE

In June 2020, we launched a new Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) to include Indigenous voices in our decision making and make a lasting impact towards Closing the Gap in employment and wellbeing. This RAP prog... READ MORE

“The staff and management love having Jarrod as part of the team. He arrives each shift armed with a joke, bringing smiles and laughter to the workplace,” says Amanda. READ MORE

More than 40 MAX Disability Employment Services teams across the country have received five-star ratings from the Australian Government – the highest achievable rating – for outstanding work in their local comm... READ MORE

Image: Gemma Bond, Russell Wiliams, Kimberley-Rose Lattimer-Goodwin. Russell isn’t letting a spinal injury stop him.   With the right attitude and a range of health supports from his MAX team, he is... READ MORE

“It’s not a job thought I was going to do. I loved hospitality – being able to serve people and work with people. But now I get to do that – just in a different environment.  READ MORE

They practise in different ways and at pace to help Cain stay focused on preparing each order correctly.  Secondly, Lauren has connected Cain with a mental health app, encouraging him to take a momen... READ MORE

  With lockdown life seemingly becoming a norm in large parts of the country, and one in five Australians reporting high or very high levels of psychological distress in June 2021, there has never been a ... READ MORE

Brayden continues to look towards a future in hospitality and while he continues to enjoy working at BOUNCE, his MAX team have also supported him through the completion of his RSA (Responsible Service of Alcoho... READ MORE

“One of the biggest challenges amongst mature-age Australians is a lack of self-confidence. We often see older candidates being too modest at the interview stage or uncertain about how their previous skills ar... READ MORE

Donna, CHC33015 - Certificate III Individual Support (Disability), Gympie (QLD) I recently studied the Certificate III in Individual Support specialising in disability. I completed the 12-month course in six... READ MORE

After seeing Keshani’s skills in action throughout, our training team offered her a position at the completion of the internship. Keshani is now working part-time as a Project Officer within our RTO (0667). H... READ MORE

Gippsland Employment Facilitator, and former MAX Employment regional manager, Luke Arber, will continue assisting job seekers across the Gippsland region following an extension to the existing Employment Facili... READ MORE

  MAX Solutions is delighted to announce it has made donations totalling $30,000 to support four valuable Australian charities.   MAX’s charitable arm, the MAX Foundation, makes regular donations to... READ MORE

Ian Watt, 61, has worked as part of the burial crew team at Castlebrook Memorial Park in Sydney for 24 years and was ‘part of the furniture’ before one day, whilst walking down the road, an accident left him wi... READ MORE

The stereotype of working in security, late night bars or kicking people out of pubs is long over. Wilson Security, a national leader in security and community safety business, have been challenging people’s pe... READ MORE

    If you’re new to Centrelink support payments, or it’s your first time back in a while, you may want to find out more about Government mutual obligation requirements and what they mean for you.&n... READ MORE

To find out more about Refugee Week, visit Home - Refugee Week READ MORE

MAX today also announced that it is creating a new Health Division within the company. MAX’s health service, which includes its assessment services, EAP programs, pre-employment, health monitoring med... READ MORE

MAX is privileged to have been shortlisted with employer partner Rabobank for NESA’s prestigious Innovation in Disability Employment Award. The annual Award recognises businesses that innovate to support ... READ MORE

Australia’s largest employment services provider, MAX Solutions, has named Compass Group its Large Employer of the Year in recognition of the food and support service company’s campaign to promote workforce div... READ MORE

MAX is delighted to announce it has made donations totalling $20,000 to four important Australian charities. MAX Solutions charitable foundation makes regular donations to worthwhile causes, with employee cont... READ MORE

Large Employer category Compass Group, a previous winner of the MAX Employer of the Year Award, continues to provide national leadership on diversity and inclusion, with a track record of recruiting and reta... READ MORE

  It is almost certainly not a statement that Marci would accept, she claims no exceptionalism, but her strength of character and composure is a rare gift. Talking from her home in Hobart, with views out... READ MORE

22 March 2021 marks World Down Syndrome Day and we’re delighted to introduce one of our employer partners – Krofne. Krofne, meaning ‘donut’ in Croatian, is a social enterprise focused on providing meaningful e... READ MORE

Women make up just two per cent of the world’s 1.2 million seafarers but Cassie is one of 12 Indigenous women helping to turn that stat around, changing the face of the maritime industry in New South Wales. Th... READ MORE

MAX Solutions has received the Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation in recognition of its commitment to promote gender equality. The Workplace Gender Equality Agency today awarded a cit... READ MORE

MAX has published its Annual Review for 2020 – providing an overview of performance across our employment, health and training services. In a year dominated by COVID-19, MAX was proud to support more than 219,... READ MORE

It’s been a long time since Sharleane and her former boss Darrin last saw each other. John Howard was Prime Minister, Cathy Freeman was racing her way into the history books, and Shania Twain was riding high in... READ MORE

A majority of large employers intend to increase the size of their Indigenous Australian workforce in 2021. But those looking for work remain very cautious about the future, according to a new MAX report o... READ MORE

MAX is delighted to announce the latest nominations for its Employer of the Year Awards.  The annual awards recognise outstanding businesses that encourage inclusivity and diversity in their workforc... READ MORE

In early 2020 the team at Commodore Regent had been poised to offer MAX customer Lindy a role as a guest service agent at their Launceston hotel.  Lindy [pictured left] was ready to bring her nearly 30 years’ ... READ MORE

The health and safety of our customers and teams during COVID-19 is a priority for MAX.  Due to the announcement of a three-day lockdown in the local government areas of Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Ipswich, Red... READ MORE

MAX offices around the country will close at 12.30pm on Thursday 24 December 2020 and re-open on Monday 4th January, 2021, at 8.30am.  During this time, employment services customers can still use their online... READ MORE

  Thursday 3 December 2020 is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).   This year the United Nations is encouraging everybody to come together to celebrate the talent, achievements and... READ MORE

  Rabobank is one of the world’s largest rural lenders, remaining true to their core mission to create value for their clients, employees and the rural communities where they work.  Through an initi... READ MORE

MAX is delighted to announce the opening nominations for its 2020-21 Employer of the Year Awards. Every year, MAX runs the awards to recognise outstanding businesses that encourage inclusivity and diversity in... READ MORE

The health and safety of our customers and teams during COVID is a priority for MAX. Due to newly imposed restrictions in South Australia, the following offices are temporarily closed in Adelaide North: Eliz... READ MORE

Earlier this year MAX launched a new Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) to further enhance the Indigenous voice of its workforce and continue to support Indigenous people into work. Five months on, we are d... READ MORE

Yuin people are the traditional owners of the Wallaga Lake area and around the southern coast of New South Wales. And Justice Storer (pictured) is a proud and strong Yuin woman.    Like many yo... READ MORE

  The National Broadband Network Co (NBN) released a report in 2019 following research into the future of the Australian job market. And the results are clear - it's time to start preparing for the f... READ MORE

  Saturday 10 October is World Mental Health Day 2020   Did you know that one in five Australians are affected by mental illness every year? Many more people have been impacted by the current COVID... READ MORE

When we think of people who inspire us to achieve in the face of enormous challenges, we think of customers like Kim Muscat.  Kim’s journey proves nothing is impossible for people who are determined and motiva... READ MORE

If you’re a hiring manager with a CV sitting on your desk from a candidate that’s experienced homelessness, we hope Ken’s story will be of interest.  Before making a move to Queensland at the age of 30, K... READ MORE

Humanitarian refugees and other migrants have welcomed the return of face-to-face English classes by MAX in the Hunter region.  MAX supported students back into the classroom in August after COVID restric... READ MORE

Can you imagine a brighter way to begin your grocery shop, than seeing Laura’s smiling face at the door? Judging by the enthusiastic way she greets customers, it might be hard to imagine that Laura’s pursuit o... READ MORE

Australia’s largest employment services provider has donated a total of $20,000 to four charities, including Guide Dogs Victoria and domestic violence organisation, RizeUp. MAX Solutions charitable founda... READ MORE

COVID-19 might have changed the way we work for good. Twitter recently said it will allow its staff to work from home ‘forever’. Other companies are reporting a surge in employees who aren’t as interested in th... READ MORE

For Dylan Felton, living with autism means he is highly intelligent, loves movies and with his incredible memory, can recite entire movie scripts from start to finish. It also means that reading and writing can... READ MORE

As the COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease, and Australians start to relax into the ‘new normal,’ many people from the performing arts and music industries wait side stage, uncertain of when the next act for th... READ MORE

Australia’s largest employment services provider, MAX Solutions, has named Woolworths its Employer of the Year in recognition of the retailer’s campaign to promote workforce diversity. The annual award was int... READ MORE

  Capturing your brand Finally, RAPs work because they allow organisations to express their cultures in a totally unique and specific way, with artists using digital platforms to create RAP art that al... READ MORE

In 2019 Bipolar Australia was one of four charities to receive $5000 from MAX Solutions’ charitable arm, the MAX Foundation. In 2020, Bipolar Australia has put the funds to excellent use, producing a new COVID-... READ MORE

During COVID-19, many businesses have had to stand employees down, close their doors or change their services. But for many organisations, whose services are key parts of the infrastructure of Australia, that i... READ MORE

- jobactive – Service being delivered by phone and online methods. Mutual obligations are relaxed until 27th April.. - Disability Employment Services – Service being delivered by phone and online methods.... READ MORE

In giving the world his best, the best has come back to Paul Davies. After struggling with depression and without work for 10 years, Paul has turned his life around. With the support of his mum, brother and the... READ MORE

When the MAX family join forces, superstars like Marina Choros shine! Marina had worked in her home as a mum and as a carer for her own mother, but hadn’t worked in a paid capacity for over 20 years.  The MAX... READ MORE

Multhana Property Services founder and Managing Director, Joseph (Joey) Wallace, and MAX Partnership Manager, Stephen Jordan.   We are thrilled to be working alongside property services organisation ‘Mul... READ MORE

Employment, health and training services provider, MAX Solutions, announced today that it has acquired workplace medical services provider Injurynet on the 28th February. Injurynet boasts over two decades of e... READ MORE

Travel, touch football, rugby union and the beach are the kinds of things that normal teenagers enjoy and Brisbane high school students Chrissy Roma, Gabryella Vanderkolk, Emma Hollidge and  Hayden Ja... READ MORE

Disability Matters Inc in Far North Queensland received two for the price of one when they hired MAX customer Owen Mitchell. Owen and his best mate, gorgeous Labrador cross Macy, go everywhere together – inclu... READ MORE

Thanks to his new role, Mr Dhondup has been able to pay his family’s medical bills, enabling them to access immediate treatment and ongoing medical care.  “In the past I was with other employment provid... READ MORE

  Seven Indigenous women have swapped their life in the Sydney suburbs for a life on the sea, training as deckhands for the NRMA My Fast Ferry fleet. The MAX customers, who all hail from western Sydney, ... READ MORE

The bushfires that are impacting on our communities are a distressing time for many people. If you have been affected by the bushfires, it is important to look after yourself, family, neighbours and friends. It... READ MORE

We will be taking a break over the festive season. Our offices will be closed from midday Tuesday 24 December and will reopen at 8:30am on Thursday 2 January. The MAX team wishes you a safe and happy holida... READ MORE

The day Madonna Molloy decided to head to her father’s farm west of Toowoomba started off like any other. The prospect of remote open space, fresh country air and getting back to nature offered the 41-year-old... READ MORE

Worried about filling your vacancies? Liam Fitzpatrick, national partnership manager, talks about finding the right fit and how you can get the most out of your employment partner.   It’s a tough job mar... READ MORE

Four Sunshine Coast residents with disability are set to experience a work ‘try out’ day with Mantra Mooloolaba Beach as part of the national AccessAbility Day program. The program gives employers and people w... READ MORE

When a pile of résumés landed on Kellie Bruce’s desk, she had a job vacancy headache. As Director of the Gunn Street OSHC (Out of School Hours Care) service in Bridgewater, Tasmania, she needed someone able to... READ MORE

MAX has worked hard to transform our approach to customer service over the last two years to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in our community. We are delighted to be finalists in this year’s Au... READ MORE

Sunshine Coast-based Compass Institute Inc has opened the doors on new chicken coop ‘Cluckingham Palace’ which will offer 60 young adults with an intellectual disability the chance to learn about animal husband... READ MORE

For 10 years, Ash Robertson lived and breathed daily deadlines and endless targets. As a top-flight Business Development Manager, he was the person his company relied on to bring in leads, manage customer rela... READ MORE

Michael is a National Partnership Manager at MAX Solutions and works with the Employer Services team to deliver on our employer servicing strategy.  Each day, he works w... READ MORE

“Purple House and Youngcare run programs that are close to our hearts. READ MORE

MAX Solutions’ pioneering work with Collins Foods Limited, the operator of KFC and Sizzler restaurant chains, has been recognised in this year’s National Employment Services Awards (NESA).  MAX was praised for... READ MORE

Bipolar Australia, which advocates for people living with bipolar disorder, has received a $5,000 cheque from the charitable foundation of Australia’s largest employment services provider, MAX Solutions. Over ... READ MORE

The prestigious Queensland Training Awards celebrates top achievers in training in the state with categories for apprentices, trainees, vocational students, teachers and trainers, as well as training providers ... READ MORE

The Australia Service Excellence Awards (ASEA) are Australia’s premier customer service awards event, with attendees coming together each year to recognise best practice and innovation in customer service. The... READ MORE

“The grant will contribute to our Sydney Cluster Assessment Centre in July. This is a pilot program that will provide a unique opportunity to multiple employers to access and hire autistic talent within their w... READ MORE

Prominent Indigenous Business leader and advocate Sean Gordon has recently been appointed as a new member of the MAX Solutions Advisory Board  Mr Gordon will work with MAX Solutions as a member of the Adv... READ MORE

Islamic Women's Association Australia Chief Operating Officer Galilea Abdulsalam and representatives with Islamic Council Queensland President Habib Jamal and MAX Solutions Managing Director Deborah Homewo... READ MORE

MAX Solutions was awarded contracts to assist participants in positively exiting social housing through the New South Wales Government Opportunity Pathways program. Opportunity Pathways is a new program initia... READ MORE

MAX Employment Maitland customer Keith after securing new position as coach driver.   33-year-old Keith came to MAX Employment Maitland in mid-2016. He has dyslexia, was depressed and at risk of being ma... READ MORE

L:R MAX Solutions National Employer Engagement Manager Darren Otten, National Partnerships Manager Erin Carey, Compass Group Executive Director Human Resources and Risk Rosie McArdle, National Talent &... READ MORE

MAX Solutions 2018 Annual Review is now available. See the key highlights of last year, useful information on our programs and other great achievements from the team including our commitment to customer service... READ MORE

Rachel Chapman-McCowan appointed MAX Solutions Executive General Manager Human Resources. MAX Solutions is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Chapman-McCowan as Executive General Manager H... READ MORE

Please be aware that our offices will be closed from 12.30pm Monday the 24th December & will reopen at 8.30am Wednesday 2nd January 2019. During AEST business hours on non-official public holidays and week... READ MORE

AA has built strong collaborative working relationships with stakeholders including the Department of Education and Training, Schools, Parents and very importantly students with disability. Working collaborativ... READ MORE

  Rosie Batty is a domestic violence campaigner and 2015 Australian of the Year. As a campaigner, Ms Batty has spoken about her own experiences as a survivor of domestic violence to raise public aware... READ MORE

The SLES program gives Year 12 school leavers with disability individualised supports to build their skills and assist them to confidently transition from school to employment.   “I’ve got small stature;... READ MORE

The MAX Solutions and Brain Injury Australia (BIA) partnership is helping to build awareness of services and supports available for people with an acquired brain injury. Through the partnership, BIA’s constitu... READ MORE

How can you practice gratitude? Exercises as simple as keeping a gratitude journal, counting your blessings and listing the positive things in your life can increase your gratitude[4]. Thinking about the good... READ MORE

“The Fraser Coast youth unemployment rate of about 24 percent makes it the perfect place for this pilot program.” READ MORE

If you missed Series One of Employable me, that’s okay because the ABC documentary series is back for series two. The first series featured people with neuro diverse conditions such as autism and Tourette syndr... READ MORE

The Patron is tasked with the important role of raising awareness of disability issues, as well as promoting and participating in activities leading up to International Day of People with Disability, which is h... READ MORE

ParentsNext provides opportunities to parents looking for work, linking them to servicing and activities in the local community while helping them build the vital skills needed to participate in their communiti... READ MORE

The improvements are already underway with further investment in technology, strengthening of our customer service standards and growth of our employer partnerships to create job opportunities across Australia.... READ MORE

“As a business, we are dedicated to our vision; Every Person. Every Chance. Everyone has the right to equity and equal opportunity, and we’re proud to offer equal opportunity in our own organisation and enjoy t... READ MORE

“There is no greater gift at Christmas than to see someone who has struggled to gain employment find a job and the charities we have chosen to work with are the same ones that many of our clients work with – so... READ MORE

    33 year old Sharon Xabregas signed the Australian national anthem at the 2017 National Rugby League (NRL) Grand Final. Hard of hearing since birth, Sharon knows the difficulties of living... READ MORE

  24 year old Tayla's intellectual disability makes it difficult for her to undertake routine tasks required in many jobs. Combined with Tayla’s anxiety and lack of self-esteem, it was hard for both ... READ MORE

“I am very specific on the standard of post placement support I expect of the DES Providers we work with, particularly for the participant but also for our managers. The MAX team has met my expectation for both... READ MORE

“It’s one thing to get students into the classroom, but it’s another thing to keep them there, READ MORE

“I had two unmotivated clients who said they wanted to work now. When I asked them what changed their mind, they said it was from listening to what Tim had to say.” READ MORE

MAX Solutions congratulates Gippsland Regional Manager, Mr Luke Arber who has been appointed the permanent Gippsland Employment Facilitator. At MAX Solutions we know that our people are at the heart of everyth... READ MORE

Upskilling can be informal training (such as day-to-day coaching and mentoring in the workplace) or formal training (think apprenticeships, traineeships, certificate courses).  When introducing training... READ MORE

Chris’s previous experience of owning a retail nursery has shone through in his work, and Chris has even been getting to the centre before his shift starts to assist with moving and displaying stock. He has bec... READ MORE

  Young job seekers aged 15-24 will now have a greater opportunity to enter the workforce thanks to the Australian Government’s new Prepare, Trial, Hire internship program (PaTH). MAX Solutions sites h... READ MORE

MAX Solutions was awarded contracts to deliver English language, literacy and numeracy learning through the Australian Government’s Skills for Education and Employment Program (SEE), and will work wit... READ MORE

“I love being at Australia post. All the people there are really friendly and looking after me really well,” Braedon said. READ MORE

The Restart wage subsidy: it's $10k for your business, and this is why you'll thank yourself for giving it a go... You may have seen our blog last week on the new Youth wage subsidy. This week we’re takin... READ MORE

    More than 650 homeless people will be given assistance thanks to MAX Sunshine Coast's $3,960 donation. MAX Employment presented a $3,960 donation to Orange Sky Laundry this morn... READ MORE

  After being unemployed for three years, Shane was losing hope of finding a stable job. But with a background in hospitality, a joint initiative between MAX, Western Sydney Institute TAFE, Neil... READ MORE

These are the six financial incentives your business may qualify for! Never heard of wage subsidies? You're not alone. They are financial incentives, and you can access them by hiring eligible job seekers. Chec... READ MORE

  What is it? It’s pretty simple. This is a new wage sub that encourages you to hire younger job seekers. You get $6,500 over six months if you hire a Stream A job seeker or $10,000 for a Stream B or C... READ MORE

"As friends, family and colleagues we can be proactive and start these conversations with anyone we notice is having a tough time. By doing that we can help people find a balance.” For tips to start the c... READ MORE

“The fund gives struggling Tassie farmers grants of up to $2,500. Family and animal welfare are a priority,” Susan explained. “We’re receiving calls from people every day who need help. Some have had kilometres... READ MORE

For Indigenous Australian artist Saretta Fielding, NAIDOC Week 2016 will be one to remember. Her artwork ‘Konara Clan’ was the star exhibit of a national Indigenous art exhibition at NSW Parliament House, she m... READ MORE

Daniel and Donna are flying high with Aerocare, thanks to pre-employment training supported by MAX! How many support staff does it take to make an airport run smoothly? “For the Brisbane Domestic Terminal, we... READ MORE

MAX Solutions has been named as a provider to help school-leavers with a permanent disability enter the workforce as part of the National Disability Insurance Agency’s School-Leaver Employment Supports trial. ... READ MORE

After 55 years of helping underprivileged Australians, BoysTown has rebranded as yourtown. This includes the yourtown Employment Service which specialises in getting young people jobs and runs education e... READ MORE

    A drive to secure employment for Indigenous job seekers has resulted in 15 jobs found in Western Australia 15 Indigenous Australian job seekers are now successfully employed thanks to las... READ MORE

“We have been able to employ Indigenous applicants through the Job Ready Program, and it is through working with various employment providers, including MAX Employment, that we are able to source and train Indi... READ MORE

MAX Employment operates in all states and territories across Australia in conjunction with our national partner yourtown who will be providing specialist youth employment services. In selected regions we wil... READ MORE

On March 12th, Channel Nine’s A Current Affair program aired a story featuring MAX Employment. Before the story aired, MAX Employment provided a statement to A Current Affair categorically stating that MAX Empl... READ MORE

On May 20, 2014 MAX Employment opened a new office in Varsity Lakes, Queensland, servicing job seekers under the Disability Employment Services – Disability Management Service contract. MAX Employment Managing ... READ MORE

Last week MAX Employment held official opening events for the Melbourne CBD, Brunswick and Glenroy offices. The office openings were a great success, with the offices filled with employers, job seekers, represe... READ MORE

On April 22, 2014 MAX Employment opened a new office in Marrickville, New South Wales, servicing job seekers under the Disability Employment Services – Disability Management Service contract. MAX Employment Man... READ MORE