Providing support to KNAC Members with regards to employment or training opportunities is one of the key focus areas of the Karlka Commerce team.
If you are looking for a change in career, looking for your first job, or wanting to to do some study then the Karlka Commerce team can help.
For information about employment or support in applications please contact James Rhee at the KNAC office.
James can help with all things related to Member Employment and Training.
MRL Employment Opportunities
If you are just starting out and interested in a career in the mining industry with MRL, check out the information below. MRL has traineeships and entry level positions available.
You can follow the link below or use the QR Code to find out more information and apply on the MRL website.
If you would like to find out more about these positions or would like support applying, you can ring James in the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Rio Tinto Employment Opportunties
Are you interested in exploring a career with Rio Tinto?
The prefect job for you isn’t advertised at the moment? Then join up to the Rio Tinto Talent Network. You can upload your resume and information via the link below. You can set up alerts so that when your dream job comes up, you will automatically get an email.
Follow the link below to sign up for the Rio Tinto Talent Network or contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or
email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au to get support to sign up.
Rio Tinto – Perth Employment Session
Rio Tinto are offering a session on resumes and to do a mock interview. This is a great chance to get used to doing an interview with a big company, if you are in Perth.
The session on 3rd April 2025 from 10am – 12pm at the Midland TAFE.
If you are interested in this sesion, then please email the Indigenous Talent Team at aboriginal.employment@riotinto.com.au or register using the QR code in the flyer.
APA Trades Assistant
APA currently have a trades assistant role that is residential to Port Hedland open for applications.
This role closes on April 6th 2025. If you are interested in this position, you can follow the link below for more information or to apply.
You can also contact James in the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au to get support applying for this role.
North Metro TAFE – Perth – Construction Certificate II
You may have heard about Western Australia’s need for more construction workers, well here is a chance to get started on qualifications to join that industry.
The North Metro TAFE has a course designed for Indigenous Students – Koomba Birdal.
You will learn skills in bricklaying, tiling and plastering.
Applications close April 18th. Course fees and PPE may be applied for through the Mutual Trust Education Application. Please follow the links and QR code on the flyer to apply.
If you would like to discuss more about this course or get support to apply, then please contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Rio Tinto
Are you interested in working for Rio Tinto?
Check out the current opportunities from Scholarships to Mustering, by heading to the following links.
If you would like to have a yarn about these opportunities, or support to apply, contact James in the KNAC Office 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Further Education
Rio Tinto Indigenous Scholarship Program 2025
Rio Tinto Graduate Program Internship
Station Hand – Mustering
Mechanical Maintainers – Dewatering/Mine Water Management
MRL
Check out the flyer for MRL Entry Level Operator roles.
For more information about these opportunities, scan the QR Code.
To complete your application, additional information will be required.
If you would like to apply for this role, please contact James at the
KNAC Office 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Applications close on 31st March 2025.
Rio Tinto Resume Workshop – Perth
On 11th March 2025, the Indigenous Career Talent Team for Rio Tinto is availableto meet with members who would like more information about working for Rio Tinto. They can also provide support with updating or creating a resume.
The workshop will be held on Tuesday, 11th March 2025 from 10 am to 12 pm, at Central Park, Rio Tinto Building – Level 17, 152/158 St Georges Terrace, Perth.
Follow the below link or scan the QR code to register!
BHP Apprenticeship
BHP have a range of apprenticeships in a number of different places. There is also an Apprenticeship Program in Newman, with applications closing at the start of July. Please follow the link below to find out more information or use the QR codes.
If you would like support to apply for an apprenticeship with BHP, please contact James at the KNAC Office on (08) 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Rio Tinto Perth Information Sessions
Are you in Perth and interested in learning more about working at Rio Tinto?
The Indigenous Career Talent Team is holding an information session on Thursday, 27th February 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Koorlark Centre, Building 2, 30 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge.
You can register your interest in attending by emailing aboriginal.employment@riotinto.com
If you have any further questions, contact James in the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
ATAL – Principle Advisor
Are you living in Karratha? Focused on training and employment? Then this position with Rio Tinto may be for you. The Principal Advisor Aboriginal Training & Liaison (ATAL) is based in Karratha. This role manages strategic outcomes and delivery of the ATAL program. The strategy is designed to create opportunities and remove barriers to employment for indigenous peoples. Applications for this role close on 17th Feb 2025.
If you are interested in this role and would like support applying for it, please contact James Rhee and the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
If you would like more details and to apply directly online, please follow the link below.
Rio Tinto – Administration
Do you live in Tom Price and are interested in Admin work?
Then check out the link below to get more details – and apply for – a 12 month administration position with Rio Tinto.
If you would like support applying for this role, please contact James in the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Fortescue Recruitment
Don’t forget that you can register your interest of working with Fortescue by going online and registering on the First Nations talent network.
Please contact James at the KNAC office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Career Opportunities: EOI Talent Community: Australian First Nations Employment 2025 (6278)
Fortescue VTEC
Reminder to all of our members that Fortescue’s VTEC program is running again this year. To be considered for their next intake, you ahve to attend a VTEC Information Session.
These sessions are held in Perth, Karratha and Port Hedland.
Please contact James Rhee to find out when the next intake is. James can also register you for the next information session with Fortescue. To contact James, call him on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Fortescue First Nations Opportunities
Are you interested in working for Fortescue?
Check out the flyer to the right for more information.
You can use the QR Code to fill out an expression of interest application in working for Fortescue.
If you need support in doing this, please contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au .
You can check out current job opportunities by clicking on the link below.
If you would like support applying for one of these positions you can contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Would you like to improve your language, literacy, numeracy or digital literacy skills? Then this free government supported program might be for you. To be eligible for the SEE program you need to be an Australian Citizen and over 15 years old and have left school.
If you are unsure if this program is for you and would like to have a chat about it, please ring James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Head to the link below to search for local SEE providers in your area.
Some scholarships for university or high school for 2025 will be closing early November.
We encourage anyone who is interested in applying for one of these scholarships to do so as early as possible. Other scholarships run year round and you can apply at any time.
Below are some links that list multiple different scholarships for indigenous students.
If you would like to find out more information would like help applying, contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
To apply for these roles, you will need to create an account on the Roy Hill Career website.
If you would like support to do this, contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
To find out more information and to apply for these roles please follow the link below to the Roy Hill website.
Trainee Operator Port / Trainee Rail Infrastructure Job Details | Roy Hill
The Indigenous Youth Mobility Pathways Project (IYMP) provides supported accommodation for indigenous youth at several locations around the country (including Perth!). Young people who are looking to study Vocational Education (TAFE), University or do an Apprenticeship can apply.
Check out the link to the IYMP website below. If you would like to discuss this further or need support to apply, contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Are you in Perth and would like to explore some employment options?
MRL Hold regular Employment Engagement Sessions in Perth and some dates are listed below. If you would like to attend one of these, then please contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au or follow the QR Code on the flyer and register directly.
MRL also have the Accelerate Program that is run out of Perth. This program is a two week course to help upskill candidates to be a village staff allrounder.
If you would like to find out more information or apply, please contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
To all our members in Newman. Working with Karlka Recruiting Group, we have put together an expression of interest application for members who would be interested in the BHP Nyiyaparli Land Rehabilitation Traineeship.
While we do not have a time for the next intake, this is a chance to get your name on the list, so we can contact you when the intake starts. If you have trouble with the application linked below, just get in contact with us by ringing James on 08 91402755 or come into the KNAC Newman Office at 5/26 Hilditich Avenue, Newman and talk to Jess!
For more info click here >>Expression of Interest – Nyiyaparli Land Rehabilitation Traineeship – Karlka Recruiting Group
Thinking about an Apprenticeship? The 2025 Rio Tinto Apprenticeship intake is starting. Apprenticeships run for four years and there are both FIFO and residential options available. Applicants will need a ‘C’ class manual drivers licence and be over 17 years old.
You can apply online through the links below or contact James on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au if you have any questions or would like support to meet the qualifications.
Residential Application Webpage >>> Rio Tinto Careers – Jobs
FIFO Application Webpage >>> Rio Tinto Careers – Jobs
The next Hedland VTEC Information Session is being held on 16th July at the FMG Community Office in Byass Street, South Hedland.
VTEC is also holding sessions in Newman in July, on 29th 2pm, 30th 10am and 1pm, 31st 9am. All of the sessions will be held at the Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation Office, 14 Hilditch Avenue in Newman.
If you are interested please contact James at the KNAC Office 08 9140 2755 or memberbusiness.kc@karlka.com.au OR contact VTEC directly on vtechedland@fortescue.com
Are you living in Hedland and looking for an entry level job in the mining industry? Category 5 is currently taking applications for entry level positions in Rail suitable for people with no experience in the industry. Training is provided, with successful candidates able to complete a Cert II in Rail Infrastructure.
For more information please contact James from the Karlka Commerce Team on 08 9140 2755 or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au .
Job opportunity available for our members in Karratha! Woodside Energy is promoting their 2025 First Nations Pre Pathways Traineeship. Application close Sunday 14th July 2024.
For more Information or help to apply, please call the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 and ask for James or email membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Expression of Interest registration is now possible for apprenticeships with FMG. There are Automative Electrical/Mechanical, Fabricator, Industrial Electrical, Mechanical Fitter apprenticeships to apply for. Please contact James at membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au or 089140 2755 for more information and a link to apply.
BHP are seeking diverse and talented 1st year applications for BHP 2025 Apprenticeship Program across our WAIO Operations. For commencement in February 2025, they are offering several exciting residential based positions in Newman.
Rio Tinto ATAL Program
The Rio Tinto ATAL program is a work ready program for members, mainly based in Karratha and Perth. This program is for people who might not meet all of the criteria to work in the mining industry straight away. If you would like to find out more information you can contact the ATAL team at ATAL@riotinto.com or Jillian Harris on 0459 861 785. Or contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
FMG VTEC Perth
Are you interested in working for Fortesque and living in Perth or surrounds? The VTEC team is looking for members who would be interested in registering for the Perth Based work ready VTEC course. You can follow the link below to register your interest, or contact James at the KNAC office on 08 9140 2755 or membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Are you interested in working for a Nyiyaparli owned business?
Are you a qualified Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker living in the Hedland Area?
Yarnda is looking for casual Mechanical Fitters and Boilermakers as they grow their business. They are looking for locals to help grow their local business in the Mining Maintenance space.
Please contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Or contact Yarnda directly at mell.drage@yarnda.com.au if you would like more information about this opportunity.
James from the Karlka Commerce Team and Rio Tinto will be in Karratha on 14th May. If you would like to discuss Business or Employment with James – or would like to talk to the Rio Tinto Indigenous Talent Team, please come in and see us at the Karratha International Hotel from 10am – 2pm.
The Fortescue VTEC Team has put out the quarterly VTEC newsletter.
Are you interested in working for a Nyiyaparli owned business?
Are you a qualified Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker living in the Hedland Area?
Yarnda is looking for casual Mechanical Fitters and Boilermakers as they grow their business. They are looking for locals to help grow their local business in the Mining Maintenance space.
Please contact James at the KNAC Office on 08 9140 2755 or membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au
Or contact Yarnda directly at mell.drage@yarnda.com.au if you would like more information about this opportunity.
James from the Karlka Commerce Team and Rio Tinto will be in Karratha on 14th May. If you would like to discuss Business or Employment with James – or would like to talk to the Rio Tinto Indigenous Talent Team, please come in and see us at the Karratha International Hotel from 10am – 2pm.
The Fortescue VTEC Team has put out the quarterly VTEC newsletter.
VTEC Course Dates
Upcoming VTEC Course dates in Hedland, Newman and Broome. Members will have to attend an Information Session prior to applying for one of the courses.
If you would like more information, dates for the next Information Session or would like us to put your name forward for one of these courses, please get in contact with James at membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au or ring 08 9140 2755.
Rio Tinto Indigenous Cadetship and Scholarship
Interested in a Cadetship or Scholarship for University? Studying at University already? Rio Tinto can offer financial support to members attending University through a Cadetship or Scholarship. You can follow the link below for more information and to apply online. If you would like to speak to someone about this opportunity, contact James in the KNAC Office at membersupport.kc@karlka.com.au or ring 08 9140 2755.
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