If you need to speak to someone about the impact your job situation is having on you and/or your family, reach out to a service listed in the Looking after yourself section below.
The Australian Government provides a wide range of supports and services for any worker who loses their job.
A series of online information sessions are being scheduled by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, to provide more detailed information about the types of support available.
Meeting links will be circulated by KPMG via email and/or the employee communication platform, in advance of the information sessions being scheduled.
All former and current Mosaic Brands employees are invited to attend any of the online sessions, which will be delivered via Microsoft Teams.
Help with finding a job
Immediate assistance is available to all retrenched workers to help you find a job, access training or help you decide on your next steps.
Below is a list of the type of supports available to help you find work as quickly as possible.
Employers with current vacancies
The following businesses are interested in your skills and experience and invite you to apply for positions they have available. Click on the links below to find jobs available in your area.
You will need a resume to apply – please see information further below if you need support.
| Business | Website/more information |
|---|---|
Munro Footwear Group (Mathers, Midas, Williams and more) | Munro Footwear Group |
Super Retail Group (Rebel, BCF, Supercheap Auto, Macpac) | Super Retail Group |
Sussan Group (Sussan, Suzanne Grae, Sportsgirl) | Sussan Group |
| R.M.Williams | R.M.Williams |
| Bunnings | Bunnings |
| Price Attack | Price Attack |
| Coles | Coles |
| Woolworths | Woolworths |
| McDonald’s (Darling Downs) | Assistant Manager - Toowoomba QLD |
Help with creating or updating your resume
In most cases, you will need a resume to apply for a new job.
Links to tips and information about creating or updating your resume can be found below. If you are not comfortable creating a resume yourself, or you don’t have a friend or family members who can help you, contact a Workforce Australia Provider in your local area.
Below are a range of free services that can help.
Employment Services
Free support with:
| Workforce Australia is the Australian Government’s employment service. If you have been retrenched, you and your partner can access immediate support for up to 3 months before and up to 6 months after your retrenchment date. You don’t necessarily need to be eligible for Income Support payments to access this support. | Find a provider - Workforce Australia Enter your location and select “Workforce Australia Provider Services” from the left-hand side menu to find a Provider near you. |
Specialised employment support
| Support for people aged 45 years and over | Personalised assistance and practical support with job searches and applying for a job, identify your existing skills and how they can transfer to a new job or industry. Build your confidence, improve your computer skills, and identify the job opportunities in your local area. | Career Transition Assistance |
| Job support if you’re living with Disability | A Disability Employment Service (DES) Provider can help you find suitable work. | Job Access Call: 1800 464 800 |
| Employment Services National Customer Service Line | Call or email if you need help with finding a Provider or have questions about programs or services. | Call: 1800 805 260 |
| Job support for Young People aged 15-24 | Support for young people aged 15-24 to find work (including apprenticeships and traineeships), training and local community services. | Transition to Work |
Information about resumes, job applications and interviews
| Resume tips | Learn how to create a retail-focused resume that shows how your skills and experience suits retail jobs. | |
| Job application advice | Information about searching for retail jobs online and submitting applications. | Win that retail job with online applications webinar |
| Information about Job interviews | Learn about different methods employers use to conduct job interviews and how to prepare. |
Financial assistance and advice
| Financial assistance | People older than 22 and below the pension age may be eligible for income support payments. * a copy of your Letter of Termination (or Consultation Letter) and your last payslip will be required. | Apply online or call: 132 850 |
| Financial Counselling | If you feel concerned about your financial situation, speak with a financial counsellor as soon as possible. | National Debt Helpline Call: 1800 007 007 Mob Strong Debt Helpline, for Indigenous Australians Call: 1800 808 488 |
| Financial Information Service | Services Australia’s free Financial Information Service (FIS) is available to everyone. | Call: 132 300 (Say “Financial Information Service” when prompted). |
Looking after yourself
| Health and Wellbeing | Losing your job can be a difficult time. Talk to someone about taking care of you and your family’s mental health. | Beyond Blue |
| Support for young people | Mental health support for young people aged 16-25 years. | Headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Call: 1800 650 890 |
Redundancy and entitlements information
| Advice for anyone that has lost their job | Information and links to redundancy information and services available to anyone experiencing retrenchment. | What’s Next? |
| Redundancy pay and entitlements | The Redundancy Information Statement (RIS) outlines your rights and entitlements when you’ve been retrenched. | Redundancy Information Statement |
| Tax and Retirement | ATO information about redundancy payments. | ATO – Redundancy and Early Retirement |
Other helpful resources
| Mature Age Hub | Information on services and supports specifically for mature aged workers looking for work or wanting to upskill. | Mature Age Hub |
| Search Job Vacancies | Search Workforce Australia’s current job vacancies. | Workforce Australia for Individuals - Job Search |
| Changing careers | Help with identifying careers or jobs that match your skills and experience. | Job Switch |
| Training and job options | Advice on looking for work, finding training or exploring other job options. | Your Career |
| State government support | Supports available in your State or Territory |
Contact
If you have any questions about your redundancy entitlements or any employment-related matters, please email: mozemployees@kpmg.com.au.
For any enquiries about employment supports and programs and other services, please email the Retrenchments team at the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations: retrenchments@dewr.gov.au.
Please consider any personal or sensitive information you include, as it may be shared with another government agency or authorised parties.