About Us
Empowering Connections. Building Strong Futures.
Thanbarran Careers is a proudly Indigenous-owned and operated employment platform, purpose-built to connect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with meaningful jobs, training, and career pathways through connections that reflect our strengths, values, and self-determination.
The name 'Thanbarran' comes from the Gamilaraay language, meaning connections or pathways, traditionally between sacred sites, and today, between people, communities, and opportunity. We honour this meaning in a contemporary context by acting as a conduit: building real connections between Indigenous job seekers and employers committed to cultural respect, safety, and shared success.
At Thanbarran, everything starts with relationship. We believe sustainable employment outcomes come from trust, accountability, and genuine respect, not just ticking a box.
Who We Are
Thanbarran Careers is:
- A job board built by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people,
- A place where employers engage with Indigenous candidates in the right way, supported by tools and resources that foster cultural safety and long-term success,
- A trusted platform that bridges community knowledge with career opportunity.
What We Do
We walk with both sides of the employment journey:
For Job Seekers: We provide culturally safe support, including job matching, resume and interview preparation, and career guidance. Verified candidates gain access to priority Indigenous roles and tailored services that reflect their story, strengths, and cultural identity.
For Employers: We offer recruitment expertise that blends cultural safety with practical support. From job ad reviews and panel participation to executive search and retention strategies, we help organisations move from intention to action — creating respectful, effective outcomes that last.
Why We Exist
Too often, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples miss out on opportunities because systems aren’t designed with culture in mind. At Thanbarran Careers, we are changing that.
We stand for:
- Trust and respect as the foundation of every relationship,
- Cultural accountability through integrity in recruitment and verification,
- Stronger futures built on meaningful employment and shared success.