Welcome to Specialisterne Australia.
CANDIDATES
LOOKING FOR…
JOB OPPORTUNITIES?
Specialisterne Australia welcomes applications from all jobseekers who are on the autism spectrum. We regularly advertise job opportunities in a variety of industries in the government and corporate sectors, across many locations in Australia
EMPLOYERS
LOOKING FOR…
FRESH TALENT & DIVERSITY PROJECTS?
Specialisterne Australia assists organisations in recruiting and providing autistic and neurodiverse inclusive workplace practices and cultures. We recognise that autistic individuals offer a range of skills that can be of benefit to any job.
CANDIDATES
LOOKING FOR…
JOB OPPORTUNITIES?
Specialisterne Australia welcomes applications from all jobseekers who are on the autism spectrum. We regularly advertise job opportunities in a variety of industries in the government and corporate sectors, across many locations in Australia.
EMPLOYERS
LOOKING FOR…
FRESH TALENT & DIVERSITY PROJECTS?
Specialisterne Australia assists organisations in recruiting and providing autistic and neurodiverse inclusive workplace practices and cultures. We recognise that autistic individuals offer a range of skills that can be of benefit to any job.
What we do for employers
Harnessing the Autism Advantage
Specialisterne Australia assists organisations in recruiting and providing autistic and neurodiverse inclusive workplace practices and cultures.
We recognise that autistic individuals offer a range of skills that can be of benefit to any job.
We also recognise that the traditional recruitment process disadvantages those on the autism spectrum.
Did you know?
Autistic employees are 92% more productive and 48% faster than non-autistic employees (JP Morgan Chase, 2016).
Some testimonials from employers
“Our team have all benefitted from having someone with a different way of thinking.”
“Biggest learning is how amazing they can be when you tap into their special talents.”
“Amazing talent was sourced very suitable to our roles:”
“They have so much talent…we’re the winners here.”
Some of our latest case studies
Federal Talent Hub 2019 & 2020
The long-term aim of Specialisterne is to develop a sustainable and ongoing...
NSW Public Service Commission 2020
The New South Wales Public Service Commission (NSW PSC) worked with...
IBM Ballarat 2019
Following on from the global success of the IGNITE Autism Spectrum Disorder...
Some of our latest news and articles
Are you an autistic individual looking for a meaningful career with an understanding employer?
Over the next six months we have over 100 roles available with our employer partners in the areas of IT, administration, and government, and we are looking for autistic individuals with any of the following skills, interests and talents:
The Autism Advantage Program
Autistic employees are 92% more productive and 48% faster than non-autistic employees (JP Morgan Chase, 2016). The Autism Advantage ProgramIn 2019, Specialisterne Australia began conversations with the Department of Social Services (DSS) and the National Disability...
Interview with Kay Kerr: Exploring autism through the novel Please Don’t Hug Me
Kay Kerr, successful journalist, and author of Please Don't Hug Me, talks with Julie Robertson, CEO of Specialisterne, about her experience of receiving her autism diagnosis while writing her debut novel, and how it shaped the writing of the main character, Erin, who...
Sean
“I think being able to show my skills in a less formal, more relaxed manner helps the hiring managers make better decisions as to who to hire. I for one have great difficulty in describing my talents, but I am quite adept at showing them. Standard recruitment...
Employing the Autism Advantage: 3 Steps to Making it Happen
A business webinar hosted by Specialisterne Australia to inspire and educate business leaders to harness the autism advantage and to celebrate World Autism Awareness MonthDate: Wednesday 21st April 2021 Time: 8.00am to 9.30am (AEST) Location: Online hosted through...
Ashley
“Before doing this program, I was reeling from a job that left me feeling broken and self-critical, feeling like I wasn't deserving or good enough to find work, especially work which was stable and accommodating.”Specialisterne's NSW PSC Tailored Talent program not...
What we do for candidates
Enabling employers to become autism confident
We are not just a recruiter, but also work with our client partners to build a foundation of understanding of autism and neurodiversity.
Throughout the recruitment process we work closely with hiring managers, team leaders and buddies so that when their new autistic employees commence employment, they are confident in supporting and developing them.
Specialisterne directly supports our client partners well beyond commencement of employment.
Project Officer: Hawthorn East, Melbourne, VIC
The Store Support Centre (corporate office) plays a critical role in supporting their team members across the country. Based in Hawthorn East in Melbourne, it’s the engine room of Coles Group and a dynamic and rewarding place to work. You’ll see first-hand how they operate and innovate to continually improve their customer experiences across all their categories and brands.
Software Developer: Mitchell, ACT
We are excited to partner with a leading Canberra technology-based company in their search for a Software Developer from our community of autistic candidates.
Developers and Senior Developers (x 2 roles): Toowong, QLD
We are excited to partner with Aurion in their search for Developers and Senior Developers from our community of autistic candidates.
Autism Advantage Program 1 – Brisbane and Canberra: 11 Oct – 29 Oct 2021
Over the next six months we have over 100 roles available with our employer partners in the areas of IT, administration, and government, and we are looking for autistic individuals with any of the following skills, interests and talents: Programming / scripting...
Autism Advantage Program 2 – Brisbane and Canberra: March 2022
Over the next six months we have over 100 roles available with our employer partners in the areas of IT, administration, and government, and we are looking for autistic individuals with any of the following skills, interests and talents: Programming / scripting...
Junior Software Developer/Engineer x 2 Roles: Melbourne, VIC
Specialisterne Australia offers an alternative pathway for people on the autism spectrum to connect with employers who recognise and value the contributions and talents that individuals on the spectrum can bring to their organisations.Our client is looking to employ...
Some of our success stories
“Before doing this program, I was reeling from a job that left me feeling broken and self-critical, feeling like I wasn’t deserving or good enough to find work, especially work which was stable and accommodating.”
“I found it was a very interesting experience getting to meet others who were in similar positions to me, struggling looking for work, many of whom also went to the same university as me, and interestingly some of whom I even recognised from my own degree courses.”
“Last year I was diagnosed with autism. It clarified so many things that made me wonder why I was different to others, but it also gave me a sense of relief, and freedom to embrace my autistic identity.”
“I’ve struggled with a bit of imposter syndrome in the past, but after the thorough training and assessment program, I really felt I could demonstrate who I am and what I could do. I don’t feel as though I have to try and prove myself, I’m ready to just get in and learn the work.”
Some of our business clients
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