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Success Stories

Explore real stories from everyday people who achieved their goals and overcame barriers to employment with assistance from Workskil Australia.

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Leon Rises Above his Challenges

Leon commences a rewarding career path following many years on the sidelines occupying an essential caregiving role.

three men smiling all wearing security uniforms.

Paying it Forward: John Turns Success into Opportunity

Workskil Australia supported John in entering the security industry. The former Transition to Work participant is now paying it forward by recruiting job seekers Kaleb and Nino into ongoing work. This is three success stories in one.

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Jai’s Journey to Graduation

Jai graduated high school following personal setbacks and he is an inspiring example of what young people can achieve with the right support.

Workskil Australia customer Amy on a forklift wearing hi-vis safety workwear and smiling

Amy Thrives Through Employment

From home detention to full-time work; Amy’s journey demonstrates the significant benefit that employment services can have on those engaging correctional services, and job seekers overall.

Job seeker Josephone with her Workskil Australia Coach, Mattie

From Job Seeker to Indigenous Mentor

This is a tale of how Josephine rediscovered her strength and found purpose in supporting others.

A photo of Kerry, a Workskil Australia customer, standing in front of a white wall at our Cannington WA site.

Housing Crisis Won’t Ground Kerry’s Career

Within two months of attending appointments with Workskil Australia, Kerry transitioned from unemployed and facing homelessness to finding new accommodation and a suitable, stable job.

A photo of Wayne, a 60 year old customer with Workskil Australia, standing in front of his truck.

Sixty and Going Strong

Wayne proves age is just a number. After a heart attack and a cancer diagnosis, Workskil Australia helped him retrain and find a new job he loves.

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Daryl’s Drive Delivers Success

Faced with homelessness and lacking qualifications, Daryl found hope and security through Workskil Australia’s support, securing employment and a place to call home.

Workskil Australia customer, Zachary, standing in front of the learning to drive car holding Learner plates in Port Pirie, South Australia.

Wheels are in Motion for Zachary

Less than 12 months since starting the Workforce Australia – Transition to Work program, Zachary is well and truly on the road to success.

A photo of Nazar, a 22-year-old Ukrainian migrant now works as a security officer in Adelaide, Australia. The photo shows Nazar standing in front of his current workplace.

From War Zone to Work

After migrating to Australia in 2022 with his family, Nazar studied English at TAFE and with the support of Workskil Australia, he gained employment as a security guard in Adelaide, South Australia.

A photo of Ranya, a successful hairdresser in Australia, thanks to the support from Workskil Australia.

Ranya's Journey from Refugee to Business Owner

The war in Syria forced Ranya to make the most challenging life decision. Leaving her home, parents and friends was incredibly difficult, but the transition to Australian life demonstrates her strength, courage and resilience.

A photo of Kris and his blue heeler Buddy kneeling outside of the Workskil Australia Oaklands Park office.

Kris is Back to Work for his Buddy

Kris was determined to find a job to provide for his four year old Blue Heeler, Buddy. With the help of Workskil Australia, he is now working part-time and is feeling hopeful for the future.

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