Supported Employment

All abilities employment opportunities through our Social Enterprise warehouses and mobile businesses. Matching your skills with hands-on positions with the support you need to enjoy meaningful work.

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Supported Employment at The Bridge Works

We believe that meaningful employment should be accessible to everyone.

Supported Employment at The Bridge Works provides people with disability the opportunity to build skills, earn an income, and be a part of a supportive workplace community.

Our team takes the time to understand each person’s strengths, interests and goals. From there, we create opportunities for employees to contribute in ways that feel achievable and rewarding. With the right support, training and workplace adjustments, people can grow their confidence and develop valuable skills in a safe and inclusive environment.

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A Job That Matches Your Strengths

At The Bridge Works, we focus on matching people with work that suits their abilities and interests. 

Our team works closely with supported employees, families, and allied health professionals to understand what supports may be needed in the workplace. We also provide assistive technology and tailored training to help employees complete their work safely and confidently. 

Supported employees are guided by experienced Training Support Officers who provide day-to-day supervision, encouragement, and workplace support.

Supported Employment Locations

Our facilities offer a supportive, structured environment where team members can work, grow, and gain valuable experience across a variety of tasks.

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The Bridge Works

Located in Dandenong, The Bridge Works is our flagship supported employment warehouse providing reliable third-party logistics (3PL) and production support for businesses. The site handles a wide range of services including product labelling, pick and pack, packaging, light assembly, storage, and logistics coordination. It is also home to our partnership with Soap Aid, where supported employees assist with the recycling of donated soaps for global hygiene programs.

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The Bridge 2Works

Situated just two doors down from The Bridge Works in Dandenong, The Bridge 2Works expands our supported employment operations with additional warehouse capacity and production on services. The site supports businesses with packaging, labelling, pick and pack, assembly, and general warehouse operations, creating more opportunities for supported employees to develop skills while delivering efficient outcomes for our partners.

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The Bridge Works 3PL

Backing onto The Bridge Works in Dandenong, The Bridge Works 3PL specialises in third-party logistics and sustainable partnerships. The warehouse supports large-scale storage, fulfilment, and distribution while also hosting innovative collaborations such as the BlockTexx recycling partnership, where supported employees help process and divert workwear and textiles from landfill.

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The Bridge Works Northside

Based in Thomastown, The Bridge Works Northside delivers the same trusted supported employment services as our Dandenong operations. The site provides businesses with packaging, labelling and light assembly while creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability in Melbourne’s northern suburbs.

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The Bridge Works Cleaning Crew

The Bridge Works Cleaning Crew is our mobile supported employment team providing professional commercial cleaning services. The crew supports offices, retail and hospitality venues, and shared spaces with reliable, high-quality cleaning that keeps workplaces hygienic, organised, and welcoming.

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The Bridge Works Mow & Mend

The Bridge Works Mow & Mend is our mobile team delivering garden maintenance and minor site repairs. From lawn mowing, pruning, and green waste removal to small maintenance jobs and electrical test and tag services, the team helps businesses keep their outdoor spaces safe, tidy and well maintained.

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Training and Ongoing Support

We believe that learning and growth are an important part of every job. That’s why we provide structured training and ongoing support to help employees build skills and confidence in the workplace. 

Alongside our Job Skills Building program, supported employees can access training such as: 

  • Manual handling
  • Workplace health and safety (OHS)
  • Production line training
  • Production quality control
  • 5S workplace organisation
  • Positive communication skills
  • Work experience opportunities
  • Social committee activities that encourage connection and teamwork

Our Training Support Officers work alongside employees each day, providing guidance, encouragement, and support to help them succeed at work.

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Eligibility for Supported Employment

Supported Employment is designed for people with disability who may need additional support in the workplace. 

To work in supported employment, individuals will need NDIS funding and to complete both a work trial and a Supported Wage System assessment. The Supported Wage System assessment helps determine eligibility and ensures employees are paid fairly based on their productivity and abilities. 

Our team can guide families and participants through this process and answer any questions along the way.

Stories from our community

Man in hi-vis jacket, gloves and lanyard smiling with hands on hips in a warehouse with stacked boxes.
Man in hi-vis jacket, gloves and lanyard smiling with hands on hips in a warehouse with stacked boxes.

“He’s so proud of himself, we’re so proud of him because it’s been 28 years and he’s finally made it.”

Jan (Paul’s Mum), The Bridge Participant

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Woman in a KISS t-shirt smiles at camera while packing plastic bags at a warehouse workstation.

“I really enjoy coming to work, I have made friends and feel well supported by the Training Support Officers. I like that I am always learning something new every day.”

Tahlia, The Bridge Participant

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