Building workforce opportunities between Timor-Leste and the Northern Territory
An initiative by AVM Timor-Leste that brings these two opportunities together by preparing Timorese workers with the skills, workplace knowledge and English language capability needed to succeed in Australian workplaces.
- Creating Opportunities for Timor-Leste People
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Supporting Employers in the
Northern Territory
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Strengthening
Regional Partnerships
Responding to the Northern Territory's workforce needs
The Northern Territory continues to invest in major projects and essential services, creating ongoing demand for skilled and reliable workers across a range of industries. However, many employers continue to experience workforce shortages that affect productivity, business growth and project delivery.
Dili to Darwin has been developed to help address these challenges by preparing candidates in Timor-Leste before they begin employment in the Northern Territory.
Rather than focusing solely on recruitment, the initiative places strong emphasis on workforce preparation, ensuring participants develop the practical skills, professional English and workplace readiness expected by Australian employers.
How the initiative works
Every participant follows a structured pathway designed to prepare them for employment opportunities across the Northern Territory.
Identify
Suitable candidates are identified and assessed in Timor-Leste.
Prepare
Participants undertake industry-specific training, professional English language development and workplace readiness programs aligned with Australian workplace expectations.
Connect
Candidates are matched with employment opportunities based on industry demand and employer requirements.
Support
Participants receive guidance throughout mobilisation and continue to receive support as they transition into employment.
Industry pathways
Training and workforce preparation support employment opportunities across a range of sectors, including:
hospitality and tourism
COMMERCIAL COOKERY
HEALTHCARE AND AGED CARE
CONSTRUCTION
GENERAL
LABOUR
TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS
