Applying to MPH Australia

Our recruitment process varies slightly depending on the position, but is designed to give both MPH and the applicant a clear understanding of the role, its requirements and whether the employment relationship is likely to be a good fit.

Job advertisements describe the principal responsibilities, required experience and employment arrangements for the position. A detailed Position Description is also available for each role.

Our recruitment process

Application review

We review applications against the requirements of the position. Depending on the role, shortlisted applicants may first be contacted for a brief telephone discussion.

Interview

Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview, normally with the manager responsible for the position and, where appropriate, another member of the team.

Skills or aptitude assessment

Some positions include a practical, technical or general aptitude assesment.
The assessment will be relevant to the requirements of the position and candidates will be advised in advance about what is involved.
For technical positions, this may include a practical exercise using equipment or system relevant to the role. For office or administrative positions, it may include exercises relating to numeracy, written communication, software or data.
Where a substantial practical assessment requires productive work or a significant time commitment, appropriate payment arrangements will be advised beforehand.

Further interview or practical assessment

Some positions require a second meeting or practical assessment before a final decision is made.
Candidates will be advised in advance where this forms part of the recruitment process.

Reference and other checks

Depending on the position, an offer may be subject to satisfactory reference checks and confirmation of licenses, qualifications, working rights or other rolespecific requirements.

Offer of employment

Successful candidates receive a written offer setting out the proposed employment arrangements, remuneration and commencement date, together with an empoyment agreement.

Candidates are encouraged to review these documents carefully and raise any questions before accepting an offer.