At GBS Recruitment, we are proud to support The Co-operative Education Model by connecting students, local businesses, and education providers across Gippsland.
Our goal is simple: create meaningful, work-ready outcomes for students while helping regional businesses access emerging talent.
The Co-operative Education Model is a leading initiative that blends academic learning with real-world experience. As Gippsland’s leading regional recruitment agency, GBS Recruitment plays a key role in strengthening this connection.
We work closely with:
We can manage the full recruitment process on behalf of Gippsland employers, including:
This ensures businesses receive high-quality, pre-qualified students aligned to their needs—saving time and reducing risk.
For businesses that already have a preferred student or candidate, GBS offers a simple and compliant payroll solution.
Through our discounted partnership model, we:
This provides a low-risk, flexible engagement model while ensuring students are paid correctly and supported professionally.
We actively support students by:
Our strong regional network allows us to open doors to opportunities that may not be publicly advertised.
A critical part of any placement is ensuring the engagement is structured correctly.
GBS Recruitment provides expert guidance on:
We help businesses understand their obligations and ensure students are engaged under the correct award, with all relevant conditions and entitlements clearly defined—protecting both parties and minimising risk.
One of the key challenges in regional placement programmes is connecting students with the right local opportunities.
GBS Recruitment bridges this gap by:
This helps ensure the programme continues to grow and deliver long-term value to the region.
GBS Recruitment has been supporting Gippsland businesses and workforce development for over 30 years. Our partnership with Federation University strengthens our commitment to building a skilled, sustainable regional workforce.
Whether you’re a business, student, or education partner, we’re here to help make industry placements simple, effective, and successful.
Get in touch with our team today to learn more about how we can support your involvement in The Co-operative Education Model.
We are seeking an experienced recruitment professional to join our established and respected regional business.
This role offers autonomy, variety, and the chance to make a genuine impact within a well-established regional market.
