South West Skills and Jobs Centre

Whether you're looking for work, changing careers, returning to work, or exploring training options, our friendly team is here to help.

How we can help

We offer a range of free, independent support services to help you achieve your training and career goals.

Career Counselling
Explore your interests, skills and career options. Get help identifying possible career pathways and finding training that aligns with your goals.
Job Search Assistance
Get job-ready with support to create a resume, write a cover letter, complete job applications and prepare for interviews.
Training and study options
Understand your training options and explore qualifications that could help you develop new skills, change careers or move into employment.
Changing careers or returning to work
Get support to identify your transferable skills, explore new opportunities and plan your return to work or transition into a different industry.
Support for employers
Get tailored advice on your workforce needs, training opportunities to upskill your staff, and support to promote your job vacancies.

One-on-one appointment

Meet with one of our qualified Careers Practitioners.

Appointments available:

In person in Warrnambool, Portland, Hamilton and Colac
Phone
Online via Microsoft Teams

Request an appointment

Victorian Early Leaver Connection Initiative (VELCI) Career Advice Service

Supporting young people who have left school before completing Year 12.

The VELCI Career Advice Service helps young people reconnect with education, training or employment through personalised career support.

The service includes:

One-on-one career advice
Regular check-ins
Education and training guidance
Support to explore career pathways
Referrals to additional support services
Tailored support for eligible young people, including First Nations young people, young people with disability, and those experiencing mental health challenges

Contact Frank Park
Career Development Specialist
Email: Frank.Park@swtafe.edu.au
Phone: (03) 5564 8515
Mobile: 0497 444 802

Reconnect

The Reconnect Program is a Victorian Government initiative that aims to support you to overcome barriers to accessing education and training, or gaining employment. This free service is delivered by SWTAFE in Warrnambool, Portland and Hamilton.

Find out more about the Reconnect Program.

Contact the South West Skills and Jobs Centre

Visit us
Services are available across South West Victoria in Warrnambool, Hamilton, Portland and Colac.

Warrnambool Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Hamilton – Tuesdays and Fridays, 10am to 5pm
Portland – Mondays and Thursdays, 10am to 4pm
Colac – Wednesdays, 10am to 4pm

Phone
(03) 5564 8515

Email
skillsandjobscentre@swtafe.edu.au

Online enquiry form
Complete our online enquiry form, and we'll be in touch.