Graduate Program Regional 2026

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- Join our interactive Graduate Program designed to accelerate your growth.

- Begin with the program, stay for a fulfilling and permanent career path.

Launch your career in workplace rehabilitation with KINNECT’s 2026 Graduate Program. Apply now: Accredited Exercise Physiologists / Occupational Therapists

Expressions of Interest: Accredited Exercise Physiologists / Occupational Therapists based Cairns

Are you passionate about making a difference in workplace rehabilitation? Ready to join a company that truly values your growth and well‑being? At KINNECT, we’re dedicated to helping people thrive—our clients, our teams, and especially, you.

Why Choose KINNECT?

As Australia’s largest privately‑owned occupational health provider, KINNECT is built on the foundation of our values: Happy, Highly Skilled People Creating Sustainable Value. With locations across the country, we deliver workplace health solutions that empower workforces to succeed.

Join our 2026 Graduate Program in Cairns and kick‑start a fulfilling career as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist / Occupational Therapist in Workplace Rehabilitation.

What You’ll Gain

Our tailored 12‑month Graduate Program offers you:

- Hands‑On Learning: Get real‑world experience in assessments, injury prevention, and case management.

- Expert Support: Benefit from supervision, mentorship, and a peer network to guide your journey.

- Cross‑Disciplinary Exposure: Collaborate with occupational therapists, rehab counsellors, physiotherapists, and psychologists to broaden your expertise.

- Personalized Growth: Enjoy flexible and tailored training programs designed to meet your unique learning needs.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

Working in the community, you will assist individuals to engage in meaningful occupations through a client‑centred approach, which enables optimal health and wellbeing. Some of your duties will include:

- Assessing injured workers to determine the best way to help them get back to work.

- Visiting workplaces to gain an understanding of what challenges an injured worker may face and educating workplaces on how to prevent workplace injuries.

- Providing clinical opinions and justification through report writing.

- Case managing complex injuries and liaising with treating doctors and health professionals to help an injured worker recover and get back to work.

What Sets KINNECT Apart?

- Work‑Life Balance: Flexible hours, work‑from‑home options

- Endless Opportunities: Our Emerging Leaders Program supports career growth.

- Team Culture: Social events, birthday leave, and a vibrant, inclusive environment.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At KINNECT, we go beyond the ordinary to ensure our team thrives:

- Work‑Life Balance: Flexible hours and work‑from‑home options.

- Career Progression: Opportunities to grow through our Emerging Leaders Program.

- Vibrant Culture: Join a supportive and inclusive environment with social events, birthday leave, and more.

- Exceptional Rewards: Competitive salary, generous incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

Hear from one of our Graduates

Cailin, a 2023 Graduate, says, “KINNECT is my dream job. The support, resources, and growth opportunities have been amazing”

Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are either:

- In their final year of a degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology, OR

- Hold an ESSA‑accredited undergraduate degree in Exercise Science paired with an accredited postgraduate degree in Exercise Physiology, OR

- An Occupational Therapist registered with AHPRA

If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact in workplace rehabilitation, we’d love to hear from you

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application. Please include a cover letter and, if available, your most recent academic transcript.

Start with KINNECT’s Graduate Program, stay for a fulfilling, permanent career. Let’s make a difference—together.

About KINNECT

KINNECT was established in 1996 as a provider of Occupational Injury Prevention, Injury Management, Health and Medical services. KINNECT has since grown to become the #1 Privately Owned Occupational Health Company in Australia. This combined with our close network of affiliate providers gives us capacity to deliver our suite of Occupational health services both nationally and internationally.

We are a multi‑disciplinary team of medical and allied health professionals who are passionate about making people at work Healthy, Safe and Productive. Our length of time in this industry has enabled us to develop strong and close relationships with General Practitioners, Specialists and other allied health professionals in order to meet our client’s entire needs.

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