EOI – OMID Pathways: Mentoring and Retention Organisation

Advance notice — not yet open for submissionsExpected tender release: 06 October 2026 — indicative and subject to change

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Overview The Office of Major Infrastructure Delivery (OMID), part of the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (WA), is undertaking this Expression of Interest to inform the engagement of an independent Aboriginal Workforce and Retention Organisation for the PATHWAYS mentoring and retention program. About PATHWAYS is an Aboriginal employment delivery model designed to increase sustainable Aboriginal participation in Western Australia's major infrastructure program. The model is designed to connect recruitment, work readiness, employment and career progression into a coordinated pathway that supports long-term workforce participation and career development. Purpose The Office of Major Infrastructure Delivery is undertaking this EOI to inform the engagement of an independent Aboriginal Workforce and Retention Organisation. The organisation will act as an independent advocate for participants throughout the employment journey. Scope The scope includes: Acting as an independent advocate for participants throughout the employment journey Providing a service that is culturally responsive Supporting culturally safe experiences for Aboriginal apprentices Instructions to Tenderers This is an Early Tender Advice only and no documents are available for download at this time. Enquiries Brendan Archard: brendan.achard@omid.wa.gov.au Paul Grimes: (08) 65511897, (08) 65516597, Paul.Grimes@omid.wa.gov.au, paul.grimes@dohw.wa.gov.au

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