Workforce Australia - Global Skills

Why choose Global Skills?

Global Skills is the longest serving Sydney based employment services provider. Global Skills is locally owned and operated, and for the past 30 years has built its reputation on acknowledging that our job seekers and employers are as diverse and unique as the communities in which they live and operate.

Our knowledge and connection to the Greater Sydney labour market and employers is our strength. We continue to invest in developing genuine relationships with local employers and complimentary services, including training providers so we can fast-track job seekers into local work.

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How will I receive help?

Global Skills provides intensive, pre-employment support to develop practical skills; and connects our job seekers to education, training and local jobs.

Your dedicated Employment Consultant will work 1:1 with you to understand your strengths, needs, preferences and circumstances. Together, we will build a personal plan that will help you reach your goals.

Our offices are open on a full-time basis so whether you have a scheduled appointment or you need access to our job search centres your Employment Consultant will be available guide you. The Consultant will stay in contact with you, including after you start work if you need.

How do I access Global Skills' Workforce Australia services?

If you’re on an income support payment through Centrelink, such as JobSeeker, Youth Allowance or Parenting Payment, you are eligible to join Global Skills.

When you first register with Centrelink, ask to be referred to Global Skills or contact Centrelink and discuss being transferred to us if you are already linked to another Workforce Australia provider. Alternatively, you can call us on 02 4732 1469 and we can help.

Global Skills offers:

A vast employer network to support your employment and work experience goals
Mentorship from local employers
A diverse education and training network enabling courses in areas of high demand.
A strong collaboration with complementary employment programs
A diverse Health and Community Services network to support your needs
Access to our fully equipped job search hubs
A diverse workforce including multilingual staff and connection with Accredited Interpreters
A variety of ways to connect with us to suit your circumstance and needs
Financial support for relevant items such as training, tickets, licences, travel and interview or work clothing and equipment
Ongoing support once you start work/training/education.

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Congratulations Hannah!

Congratulations to Global Skills Liverpool participant Hannah, who has now been working in her childcare traineeship for just over a year.

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Pathways to Employment Expo Fairfield

On Wednesday 20 August, Global Skills had the wonderful opportunity to connect with migrant and refugee job seekers at the Pathways to Employment Expo in Fairfield.

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National Skills Week 2025

This week, Global Skills is proud to support National Skills Week, taking place from 25 to 31 August 2025. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness of the wide range of career pathways available through apprenticeships, traineeships, short courses and diplomas.