Welcome to CVGT Employment’s job seeker success stories blog, where we share the inspiring journeys of real people who have overcome challenges to find meaningful work with the help of our team.
We hope these stories inspire and encourage you on your own job search journey.
It has taken patience, belief and some crucial support, but Jess has secured her dream job. Her story highlights how important persistence, tenacity and a willingness to ask for help are all important attributes for anyone embarking on their career…
Learning to live with grief and trauma while supporting five daughters as a single parent, Craig has travelled a difficult road. But with the support of CVGT Employment and meaningful work, he is regaining his sense of identity and purpose.…
Odin struggled with confidence and communication. In October 2024, with the support of his Mum, he joined the Shepparton CVGT Employment Workforce Australia – Transition to Work program. Determined to make him feel comfortable, Youth Employment Mentor Dakoda began meeting…
Matt Stahl, the owner of Stahlyscapes, a successful landscaping design and construction business based in Campbells Creek VIC, has always had a passion for the outdoors. Growing up, he knew early on that he wanted a career that kept him…
The CVGT Employment Wodonga team hosted an exciting and productive cleaning workshop in collaboration with Letizia’s Training & Development. The training, followed by a successful speed interview session, resulted in six job offers for participants, marking a significant achievement in local employment…
CVGT Employment successfully launched its first Deadly Employment Connections program for Indigenous participants in Mildura. This four-day program, held from Monday, 9 December to Thursday, 12 December 2024, is part of CVGT Employment’s Workforce Australia program, aimed at helping Indigenous…
G&K Weed and Vermin Control is a respected local business servicing clients in the Wangaratta region and across the broader north-east of Victoria. When the business owners – a husband-and-wife team – are looking for new staff, they work with…
With the support of the CVGT Employment team in Wangaratta, Riley is building his skills and loving his new job. “I really like learning new things each day,” the 23-year-old says. “I have found this role supports my growth and…
In 2011, Eto arrived in Australia from Tanzania, where she was born and raised in the Nyarugusu refugee camp. Despite being unable to speak English and feeling overwhelmed by the new environment, she was determined to make the most of…
Recently, we proudly celebrated the graduation of six CVGT Employment participants who participated in the Skills for Life training in Albury. Skills for Life aims to empower First Nation participants by giving them essential job skills and specialised training to…
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