Western Melbourne’s employment experts
Seeking employment in Melbourne’s west? Find a job you want with someone who listens.
MEGT's Workforce Australia Employment Service program is funded by the Australian Government to help people find jobs, keep jobs, switch careers, or start their own business.
Matching great people with great jobs
With offices in Werribee, Sunshine, Altona, Footscray, Melton and Bacchus Marsh, MEGT work closely with participants, employers, training providers and community organisations.
Our Employment Consultants listen to your career goals and provide one-on-one support so you can gain job-ready skills, access employment support and find a job.
If you're getting income support payments and can register with a Workforce Australia provider, ask Services Australia to refer you to MEGT.
If you’re using Workforce Australia Online, choosing MEGT as a provider gives you extra support to improve your job search.
Discover your interests and strengths
We discuss your goals, interests, skills and experiences and work with you to understand how to meet your points target each reporting period.
Grow your skills through work experience or training
We help get you job ready by building your skills through short courses, work experience programs, obtaining licences, and other forms of training.
Find, search and secure a job you want
We’re behind you every step of the way as you search and apply for jobs, attend job interviews, and sign an employment contract.
Navigate challenges so you can be your best
We provide tailored support and referrals to specialist services to help you overcome any challenges you may face.
Connect with local employers
We have thousands of employer contacts - helping connect you with jobs across a wide range of industries.
Set you on a path to success
Our In Work Support Consultants support you when you start a new job. You will benefit from regular check-ins and personalised advice to ensure you thrive and excel in your new job.
7800+
participants supported across western Melbourne since 2022
5+
Each day MEGT helps 5 participants get a job
*on average since 2022
2900+
We work with a large network of local employers.
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Our team of 39 Employment Consultants are with you at every step
Workforce Australia success stories
Thomas and TBoy, Werribee
Local business Total Window Concepts has hired four employees through the MEGT Workforce Australia program, with plans to create more opportunities for local job seekers as they grow their business.
Thomas told us: “I’m super grateful for the help MEGT gave me. It’s great to be working full time with a company that gives struggling young people like me a chance”.
Fu, Sunshine
Fu showed determination when looking for a job, facing challenges in reading and math.
With help from MEGT, Fu got the training he needed to build his confidence, which led to him finding a job.
Fu said: “Thanks so much to MEGT for your support. You helped me overcome my challenges, and I'm thrilled about my new job and career. You've truly changed my life!”
Natika, Altona
Natika’s dream of working in healthcare came true with help from MEGT.
Her employment consultant connected her with local First Nations networks and helped her with her job application to land a job at Footscray Hospital.
Natika said: “I’m really thankful for the support and care I received from MEGT”.