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Hear from KINNECTers about their career successes, the goals they've achieved, the skills they've developed and the experiences they've had during their journey with us.
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A snapshot of KINNECTers across clinics, offices and onsite work — the team behind the stories below.
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Real stories from real KINNECTers — graduate-program journeys, internal moves, KINNECT-sponsored relocations, and the named senior leaders you'll actually work with. The candour you'll see in the role pages, in long-form.
Rehabilitation Counsellor Georgia finds joy & purpose at KINNECT
Rehabilitation Counsellor and Lead Vocational Consultant Georgia Jenkins about her career supporting clients and team members to get people back to work.
From Consultant to Clinic Founder: How Building Wollongong Shaped Catherine Smith’s Leadership
Team Manager Catherine Smith reflects on her experience leading the setup and opening of KINNECT's Wollongong clinic and how it built her leadership skills.
Emerging Leaders Program – Reflections at the Halfway Point
We asked 3 Emerging Leaders Program participants to reflect on their learning as they progress through the 10-month-long professional development experience.
OT Liz helps workplace rehabilitation clients get back on the road with driving assessments
A new qualification will help experienced Brisbane-based OT Liz Patterson support people with physical or psychological injuries in returning to driving safely.
From roof-raising storms to leading sales, Clark Hopley reflects on 15 Years at KINNECT
Clark Hopley, Client Success Partner, reflects on his time at KINNECT and over ten years in the dynamic world of occupational health and workplace rehab.
From New Zealand to Vietnam & Australia: OT Jak Dunlay’s Adventures in Workplace Rehabilitation
From NZ to Vietnam and now thriving in Perth, Jak’s story is one that any Occupational Therapist considering workplace rehabilitation will be inspired by.
From Placement to Permanent: OT Connie finds her feet in workplace rehabilitation
A university practical placement at KINNECT led OT Connie Wong to a workplace rehabilitation consultant position immediately after graduation. Here's her story.
Brett returns to KINNECT to progress his career in much-loved QLD region
Team Manager, Brett Heiner, tells of why he's rejoined KINNECT, and the satisfaction of leading a multi-disciplinary occupational health team in regional QLD.
2025 Emerging Leaders Program cohort set sights on big goals
The 2025 Emerging Leaders Program cohort kicked off the program with insights from Qld business leaders, axe throwing and setting big goals for the year ahead.
OT Kaitlin gets solid start from skill-broadening grad program with purpose
Occupational Therapist Kaitlin Reed tells of her experience in KINNECT's graduate program and why being an OT in occupational health is something to smile about.
2024 Emerging Leaders Program cohort come together to celebrate graduation in Brisbane
The 2024 Emerging Leaders Program cohort came together to complete the program &d celebrate their achievements with an in-person training day in Brisbane.
Clinical skills & passion are Kelly-Anne’s keys to workplace rehab success
Woolloongabba’s new Team Manager Kelly-Anne Salter talks about her background, experiences working at the crossroads of physical and psychological injuries, and passion for supporting her team.
Drew takes PowerPoint-free manual handling training to New Zealand
Project Manager, Drew Bettison recently returned from rolling out a PowerPoint-free manual handling program in NZ, after success in Australia. He took us through the process.
Medical Support Officer role keeps Suzanne happy & highly skilled
Medical Support Officer Suzanne tells us about her admin role at KINNECT and why she’s thrilled to have found a satisfying, long-term career in the Sunshine Coast team.
Problem solving, educating & collaborating on cases all in a day for Dr. Duah
KINNECT doctor Dr. Kofi Duah tells us about what led him to occupational medicine and the most fulfilling, and challenging, parts of the job.
KINNECT shares career tips with University of Sydney OT students
KINNECT presented these career tips as part of a virtual panel at the University of Sydney for 4th year OT students on transitioning into the workplace.
Jen combines nursing & admin expertise on secondment
Senior Occupational Health Nurse, Jen Thompson, shares how she draws on her medical, administrative and project management expertise to work on secondment.
Emerging Leaders Program Cohort go Behind the Scenes of KINNECT
We talk to some of the 2024 Emerging Leaders Program participants about what they’ve learnt so far and how that knowledge is already influencing their work.
Project in Outback Qld Tests Josh & Ben’s Planning Skills
KINNECT consultants Josh and Ben talk about their recent trip to outback Qld for a health surveillance project and having roles with variety and travel opportunities.
KINNECT’s knack for nurturing hidden talents propels Nick from AEP to Account Manager
Nick Munro tells of how a hidden talent for customer relationship management has taken his career from Injury Management Consultant to National Customer Manager.
A Day in the Life of Affiliate Team Leader, Chelsea Johnson
Chelsea Johnson, Affiliate Relationship & Project Administration Team Leader, tells us about her role, why she loves being Kulture Captain, and what her day looks like.
From Dance Teacher to Data Analyst: Grace’s Surprising Career Journey at KINNECT
We talk to Grace Thompson, Data & Systems Analyst, who's willingness to learn and relish new opportunities has led to a successful career at KINNECT. Read her story.
Occupational Health Doctor roles at KINNECT offer satisfying, career moves
KINNECTs CMO, Dr. Matthew Brandt explains how the role of Occupational Health Doctor at KINNECT gives GPs a flexible and intellectually challenging career change.
Flexibility, support and job variety gives working parent, Janna, a career worth holding on hold to
KINNECT's supportive workplace culture and family-friendly flexible work policies have allowed working parent Janna Riordan, to balance children and a career. Read her story..
Day in the Life of Melbourne Team Manager Brendon Carter
We talk to Melbourne Team Manager Brendon Carter about his career at KINNECT and how seeing others thrive and succeed is his favourite part of the job.
Introducing the Emerging Leaders Program cohort for 2024 – and they’re keen to learn
We meet the Emerging Leadership Program 2024 cohort after their kick-off day in Brisbane in February to hear about their goals and aspirations for the program.
A Day in the Life of Senior Consultant & Occupational Therapist Kirsten Barker
What does an Occupational Therapist do as a KINNECT Senior Consultant? To find out, we spoke to Kirsten Barker from our Sunshine Coast Office. Read her story...
Third cohort of KINNECT’s homegrown Emerging Leaders Program graduate at inset day
After the graduation of the 2023 Emerging Leaders Program, KINNECT’s CEO, program creator & facilitator, Kevin Conlon, explains its importance & what the future holds.
A Day in the Life of Senior Consultant Rachael Kennedy
What does an Accredited Exercise Physiologist do in a day as a KINNECT Senior Consultant? We spoke to Rachael Kennedy to find out.
Allanah’s role shows how to raise the physiotherapy career ceiling.
We talk to Allanah Baker who has discovered a physiotherapy career path that puts her clinical knowledge, experience and ambition to the best possible use.
OT prac students rise to the challenge for assistive technology resource project
OT students Tinkia Gillespie and Ashleigh Magee talk about their practical placement and how their real-world project will equip them for their future careers.
Jacinta’s nursing knowledge & thirst for variety triggers two-dimensional role
Lead Consultant and Occupational Health Nurse, Jacinta Smalley, has a one-of-a-kind nursing position at KINNECT that utilises her clinical skills and vast knowledge in two different ways. It was her desire for more variety and a willingness to put her hand up that made this unique working arrangement possible. A change of (nursing) pace Jacinta [...]
Transferrable skills, support and courage: a recipe for admin career success
Raffaella always had an administration career in mind, but it took the right job at KINNECT, courage and transferrable skills in customer service to make it happen.
Finding your occupational health career groove takes a different type of employer
While aptitude, hard work and enthusiasm are important factors, a person’s choice of employer can be the difference between a career that isn’t a great fit, and a successful career that matches their interests and aspirations. Two KINNECTers talk about finding their groove and growing meaningful occupational health careers in a different kind of workplace [...]
Mind-set change for Emerging Leaders Program cohort as they pass half-way point
Three of KINNECT’s clinical staff share the mindset changes and fresh perspectives they’ve gained two-thirds of the way through a 12-month-long emerging leaders program.
Drew explored a variety of career options at KINNECT and found his passion
Careers aren’t always linear, and often we find new ways to use our skills in an unexpected role that brings us great fulfilment. That’s certainly been the case for trained Exercise Physiologist Drew Bettison, who has found his niche as a KINNECT Project Manager. Fresh out of university, Drew moved back to his family home [...]
Supportive supervisors help Deanne stretch her wings as a manager
Read about Dianne who has found that career progression and work/life balance can exist together since working at KINNECT.
Culture is key to a dream KINNECT graduate program job for Cailin
We follow Cailin, an exercise physiologist who chose the KINNECT graduate program because of an encouraging, fun culture that supports her ambitious nature.
A shining example of career progression at KINNECT
Lelayna Beverley (Laynie) has translated her passion for helping people, commitment to customer service and aptitude for tackling complex problems into career progression at KINNECT.
ELP program teaches leadership beyond the technical professions
Four support services KINNECTers share insights and lessons learned from the first four months of the 2023 Emerging Leaders Program. KINNECT’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a 12-month comprehensive course offering employees from all areas of the business the opportunity to advance their careers and develop valuable leadership skills. Regardless of professional background or current [...]
An insider’s look at joining KINNECT
Medical Support Officer Natasja Rose shares her unfiltered experience joining the Sydney team, offering a unique perspective on KINNECT's workplace culture.
Melinda Narayan accepts new role to support rapid growth in Victoria
After demonstrating a knack for building and nurturing client relationships, Melinda Narayan was offered a role as Workplace Rehabilitation Account Manager.
Gold Coast Finance Manager Mikaelah Paynter on delivering department-wide efficiencies
Find out how KINNECT’s new Finance Manager, Mikaelah Paynter, is streamlining her department to create ease and efficiency for customers and KINNECTers.
From Marketing and Comms to Managing Bids and Contracts
Keely McMahon was recently promoted to Bids & Contracts Manager, taking advantage of KINNECT’s willingness to create career pathways unique to each individual.
Inside Lucy Sunley’s KINNECT-sponsored move from Northeast England to sunny Mackay
Discover how Lucy Sunley made the move to Australia from Northeast England to join KINNECT Mackay as an Occupational Health and Rehabilitation Consultant.
Brendon Carter takes on Melbourne Team Manager role, says ‘team performance is my performance’
Learn about Brendon Carter’s recent promotion to Team Manager and how he intends to leverage his new position to develop other KINNECT team members.
KINNECT Selects 15 Talented Employees for Leadership Program
KINNECT is proud to announce the selection of 15 highly skilled employees for this year's Emerging Leaders Program (ELP).
Influx of new hires & promotions a boost to KINNECT Victoria
Our Victorian Team have made a strong start to the year by welcoming in eight new hires including new graduates and experienced health professionals.
KINNECT talent pipeline flows with leadership graduates
KINNECT’s current and most promising leaders have joined together in Brisbane for a celebration to mark the conclusion of the 2022 Emerging Leadership Program.
Dairies of an... Occupational Health Nurse
Want to know what an OHN Does? Read their diary! Meet Trudi Boss, our Occupational Health Consultant of the Year as she records her day in the office in sunny Mackay. 08:55 I arrive in the office after quick and painless 15-minute drive. After big-city living, Mackay is SO EASY to drive around. My first [...]
Diaries of A... Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant
Christy Ward, an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Senior Consultant from the KINNECT Gold Coast team opens her work diary for us. Spoiler alert. It's busy!
Future is bright for KINNECT’s new graduate recruits
Eight new recruits have been welcomed to KINNECT as part of our 2022 new graduate cohort. The graduate program is a new addition to the employment and training opportunities provided by KINNECT. Spearheading the graduate program is KINNECT’s General Manager, Dave Hughes, who said there was a huge demand for the new graduate program places. [...]
KINNECT's mini-MBA program to grow new business leaders
More than a dozen KINNECTs have been selected to participate in the company's mini-MBA and internal talent development program for 2022.
Meet Jane Mousley, KINNECT's 'Newcomer of the Year' for 2021
Exercise Physiologist and Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant Jane has achieved a lot in a short time. Read about her amazing first year in the industry.
KINNECT pays tribute to 2021 leadership graduates
The Emerging Leaders Program provides a pathway for KINNECT employees to learn leadership skills and develop themselves both personally and professionally.
Five KINNECT Nurses share what they love about their work
When you join KINNECT as an Occupational Health Nurse you can expect to enjoy a diverse workload where no two days are exactly the same. You’ll also get flexibility in your work and a role that can fit into your life. We caught up with five of our fabulous Occupational Health Nurses to find [...]
Q&A with Sarah Gandolfo, ARPA VIC Finalist
Sarah Gandolfo describes her surprise and delight in discovering that she was a finalist in this year’s ARPA Victoria’s Excellence in Workplace Rehabilitation Awards.
Q&A with Steph Rutkowski, Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist, Steph started her career with KINNECT straight from university. Find out more about her current role, her career highlights and what she enjoys about her work.
Q&A with Ashlie Rainbow, Team Leader
Ashlie Rainbow discusses life for a Team Leader at KINNECT and how working in a multidisciplinary team gives everyone a chance to learn and develop new skills.
Q&A with AEP, Justin McMenamin
Justin, a Sunshine Coast Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant answers questions about his role and life at KINNECT.
Q&A with Sima Gharibi, ARPA VIC Finalist
A car accident as a teenager was the catalyst that set Sima Gharibi on the path to becoming a Rehabilitation Counsellor. Now she's a finalist in this year’s ARPA Victoria’s Excellence in Workplace Rehabilitation Awards.
KINNECT invests in next generation of leaders with new talent program
KINNECT's Emerging Leaders Program develops our people personally and professionally, shaping their leadership skills to support their career progression.
KINNECT: Culture Shift Stems Staff Turnover and Cultivates Growth
As featured on The Growth Faculty Blog BY BRIDIE WALSH - THE GROWTH FACULTY Staff turnover was at 30 percent per year, four years ago at KINNECT, a Queensland-based healthcare service provider. The business was growing, clients were happy, but staff were not. Allied Health is an industry well known for its high turnover of [...]
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