Conor Merrigan’s leadership skills shine, adopting new role as mentor to Jigsaw graduates joining him at Westpac

by ashleigh | Dec 2, 2024 | Connect, General

Jigsaw’s partnership with Westpac has been long-standing, with the bank actively supporting Jigsaw since 2016. In 2019, Westpac engaged Jigsaw paid trainees to work on digitisation projects on a rolling contract. Conor Merrigan was among them. Conor had his contract...

Martin’s career with Jigsaw is a personal journey of ‘giving back’

by ashleigh | Nov 20, 2024 | Academy, General

Martin is a trainer at our Adelaide hub, who is incredibly passionate about his work within the disability sector.  He works with Jigsaw to contribute to a better future for people with disability, with equal opportunities and economic inclusion.  Martin’s passion...

Darcy wants to become a motivational speaker to help others realise their potential

by ashleigh | Oct 28, 2024 | Academy, Connect, General

Darcy is a trainee in our Brisbane hub with ambitions to one day become a motivational speaker.  And he’s the perfect person for the job.  He has an uncanny ability to bring out the best in people, helping his colleagues at Jigsaw to achieve their greatest potential....

Managing workplace stress and protecting your mental health

by ashleigh | Oct 28, 2024 | Academy, General

Workplace stress can affect anyone. That’s why it’s important to have strategies to reduce stress and take care of your mental health.  This article shares some simple tips and resources to help you manage work-related stress and do your best on the job, when  you...

Skills spotlight: Professional presentation, time management/organisation and focus

by ashleigh | Oct 28, 2024 | Academy, General

At Jigsaw, the path to mainstream employment starts with Jigsaw Academy. Here, you’ll develop transferable skills for the workplace through personalised discussions and group sessions. Three of these skills are professional presentation, time...