Welcome to Specialisterne Australia.
CANDIDATES
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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 Development Officer: Parramatta, NSW
We are excited to partner with Transport for NSW in their search for a Project Development Officer from our community of autistic candidates.
The role is responsible for supporting the early development of road and bridge infrastructure projects through to completion of the detailed concept design and environmental approval.
The Project Development Officer is responsible for working effectively within large project teams to support project development staff in achieving optimum project outcomes.
Data Analyst: Sydney, NSW
We are excited to partner with Transport for NSW in their search for a Data Analyst from our community of autistic candidates.
The Data Analyst will be responsible for achieving and maintaining high standards of service delivery in liaison with clients and team members, managing time and prioritising issues, and dealing with work peaks and pressures.
The role requires a good level of attention to detail but has very strong support around it where the team member can seek assistance.
The role will also involve tasks that are repetitive and follow routines.
While the role requires good knowledge of working with data and analytics, regular training will be provided to become familiar with our processes and systems.
Project Coordinator: Sydney, NSW
We are excited to partner with Transport for NSW in their search for a Project Coordinator from our community of autistic candidates.
The Project Coordinator will work collaboratively with project teams and coordinates the development of project related information for the efficient and on-time delivery of projects.
The role performs project management coordination and support activities to contribute to the development and delivery of a range of projects in line with established objectives.
Project Manager: Macquarie Park, NSW
We are excited to partner with Transport for NSW in their search for a Project Manager from our community of autistic candidates.
The role leads and delivers high level project support to ensure the efficient functioning of the senior executive management and their respective Division. This includes managing all cross-functional issues affecting the group such as safety, financial, project processes, reporting, strategic planning and organisational improvement.
The Project Manager will guide and co-ordinate the project planning process for the Division, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies and initiatives.
Systems Engineer – Entry Level (Grade 7): Macquarie Park, NSW
We are excited to partner with Transport for NSW in their search for a Systems Engineer – Entry Level from our community of autistic candidates.
The primary purpose of the role is to support projects in the tailoring and implementation of Systems Engineering methodologies to ensure business needs are articulated clearly and that solutions developed meet functional, engineering and safety standards.
The Systems Engineer – Entry Level will develop a sound understanding of the breadth and complexities of the project activities across Technical Services and the operating environment. They will work cooperatively and proactively with organisations interfacing with the project and build solid working relationships and partnerships.
Reporting Officer: Sydney, NSW
We are excited to partner with Transport for NSW in their search for a Reporting Officer from our community of autistic candidates.
The role generates and implements effective and informative reports to clearly demonstrate business performance outcomes, and stakeholder and customer benefits relating to a number of social procurement policies. The role also provides high level administrative and communications support to contribute toward the effective operation of the social procurement and industry development team, and alignment to the wider Sydney Metro Workforce Development & Industry Participation strategy.
The Reporting Officer will be responsible for the effective reporting and using the performance management tool to ensure the successful monitoring of workforce development and industry participation targets.
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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