In a nutshell, what do you do? A Financial Planner or Adviser provides advice to clients in relation to life insurances (life, Total Disability / trauma and Income Protection), superannuation (Retail Super / Industry Super / Self-managed Super) investments (managed funds / shares) & Centrelink (Age pension / disability etc). An important part of a […]
Career Scoop: Office Manager / Fundraiser (Animal Welfare)
In a nutshell, what do you do? I manage the main reception/office and deal with all public enquiries, work in the community to promote the SPCA and raise funds, and help out with animal care, transport or fostering when required. Why did you choose this career? I am interested in, and care about people and animals. […]
Career Scoop: Senior Counsellor (Parenting / Families)
In a nutshell, what do you do? Counselling, Education and Advice in the broad area of family systems and specifically (within the Parenting Orders Program), developing communication between high-conflict, separated parents. In addition, I work with Expats in Crisis, delivering counselling, coaching and training to Expatriate communities and schools. Why did you decide to become […]
Career Scoop: Senior Systems Analyst
In a nutshell, what do you do? The company provides BSS (Business Support Systems) and OSS (Operational Support Systems) solutions; I work on the BSS. We tend to work on customizations around the company’s rating and billing product used in the Telco sector, however, we’ve recently diversified into working with utilities companies as well (anything […]
Career Scoop: Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
In a nutshell, what do you do? I provide maintenance for a fleet of helicopters, servicing and fixing things. Why did you decide to become a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer? I was really interested in joining the forces, and it was a role that excited me. When I saw there was the opportunity to do […]
Career Scoop: Boarding School House Supervisor
In a nutshell, what do you do? I support the social and emotional wellbeing of adolescent girls, in a boarding school. Why did you decide to become a Boarding School House Supervisor? Because it’s a balance between counselling and teaching (my background). I love building relationships and working with youth. What path did you take […]
