New career pathways opened for Frankston City jobseekers
Published on 22 July 2025
More than 100 Frankston residents — including school leavers, career changers and people re-entering the workforce — have gained valuable skills, qualifications and work experience through Frankston City Council’s Work Ready Program.
Launched to help locals overcome employment barriers, the program continues to grow, offering tailored support and real career pathways through traineeships, apprenticeships and student placements.
In 2024–25 alone, the initiative delivered 45 placements across Council departments and partner organisations — from Horticulture and IT to Meals on Wheels and the Frankston Arts Centre.
Frankston City Mayor Kris Bolam said the program was delivering real results for the community.
“This is about helping people take that vital first step into a career,” he said.
“We’re giving young people and jobseekers the tools they need to succeed — and building a stronger, more inclusive local workforce in the process.”
The program is one of the largest of its kind run by a Victorian council and is available exclusively to Frankston residents. It welcomes participants of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, with placements tailored to individual interests and needs.
Council invested $250,000 in the Work Ready Program in 2023–24, funding, delivering:
- Two local traineeships
- One apprenticeship
- 45 student and work experience placements
Among the success stories is local resident Hailie, who completed a Certificate III in Business through the program and is now employed full-time at Council working in the People and Culture team.
In her new role, Hailie provides vital administrative and coordination support to the People & Culture team, assisting with recruitment processes, training logistics, record management, and day-to-day operations.
“The Work Ready program was pivotal to my transition into a professional work environment, it gave me the tools and understanding of how to navigate this new world,” said Hailie.
“Because of skills and experience I gained, I was able to secure a permanent full-time role at Frankston City Council in People & Culture, a goal made achievable by Work Ready Program.”
This year also included a pilot of WorkLink, a pre-internship program run in partnership with disability support organisation MiLife. It placed four young people with disability into Council work settings, promoting inclusive employment and breaking down barriers.
To learn more or apply, contact Sharelle Le Huray, Work Ready Officer, on 9768 1435 or email sharelle.lehuray@frankston.vic.gov.au
Or visit: Work Ready Program - Frankston City Council