The generosity of Brisbane locals will bring Christmas cheer to some of EPIC's women in need. Australian not-for-profit Share the Dignity coordinates ‘It’s in the Bag’, a Christmastime campaign reaching women who are homeless or have escaped situations of domestic violence. The campaign … Read more about It’s in the bag for women in need
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“Hiring Tim has been a great thing for us personally and professionally.” – Griffith Graphics
Tim Stockley may have only been on the job for six weeks, but he’s hit the ground running in his new role at Griffith Graphics. “We thought it might have taken him a bit longer to get the hang of things, but Tim has quickly adjusted to work here,” said Griffith Graphics owner Graham … Read more about “Hiring Tim has been a great thing for us personally and professionally.” – Griffith Graphics
“Hiring people with disability is a win-win whichever way we look at it.” – SEVA
Specialised Emergency Vehicles Australia (SEVA) has been working with EPIC for almost two years, and have welcomed 4 valuable team members during that time. Engineering Manager Steve Harper says the business has benefited greatly through connecting with EPIC and Incentive Employment. “Tracey came … Read more about “Hiring people with disability is a win-win whichever way we look at it.” – SEVA
“We believe that our workforce should reflect the diversity of society.” – Compass Group
Natasha Caflisch, Diversity Projects & Indigenous Engagement Coordinator at Compass Group, took some time out to tell us all about Compass Group's experience of connecting with EPIC. “In March 2015, I had the opportunity to meet with Ted Jenkins from EPIC. I was newly appointed to the … Read more about “We believe that our workforce should reflect the diversity of society.” – Compass Group
“EPIC has a professional, client serving culture within their company.” – Impact Office Supplies
Craig Stanton from Impact Office Supplies shares their experience of finding quality staff through EPIC. “Let me start by saying that we attempted to use EPIC a few years ago to assist us with some recruitment issues we had, and to say the least it was an unfruitful exercise from our point of … Read more about “EPIC has a professional, client serving culture within their company.” – Impact Office Supplies
“We are getting great joy and satisfaction from watching these young people learn.” – Bouganvillia Dell Nursery
Christine and Don McDonald from Bouganvillia Dell Nursery & Landscape Supplies talk through their mutually beneficial experience working with EPIC. “Over the past 18 months since our accident, we have only been able to keep the nursery going with the help of work experience participants … Read more about “We are getting great joy and satisfaction from watching these young people learn.” – Bouganvillia Dell Nursery
“I am so much more confident in my work and personal life.” – Lesley
Everyone has tough times in their life, but not everyone chooses to make a career out of helping others through challenges. But that’s the story for Lesley, whose experience with us prompted her to pursue a career as a support worker. “I joined EPIC Maroochydore in 2015, and was assisted to find … Read more about “I am so much more confident in my work and personal life.” – Lesley
“I love the team at my new job. I need to get a car now, because I’m always working!” – Fara
Fara was introduced to us via the Ticket to Work program at his school earlier this year, and we immediately knew he would be a great fit for a retail traineeship. EPIC Employment Consultant Phillip Le Boeuf connected Fara with Bunnings at Underwood in early 2017. “Fara has the gift of customer … Read more about “I love the team at my new job. I need to get a car now, because I’m always working!” – Fara