About the PALM Scheme
Reliable, productive and engaged workforce
Regional Workforce Management (RWM) is proud to be the largest provider under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme. This life changing program connects hardworking individuals from nine Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste with businesses across regional Australia, creating a reliable, engaged workforce where local employees aren’t available.
Through RWM, your business may recruit workers for longer-term unskilled, low-skilled or semi-skilled roles for up to four years.
About the PALM Scheme
Reliable, productive and engaged workforce
Regional Workforce Management (RWM) is proud to be the largest provider under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme. This life changing program connects hardworking individuals from nine Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste with businesses across regional Australia, creating a reliable, engaged workforce where local employees aren’t available.
Through RWM, your business may recruit workers for longer-term unskilled, low-skilled or semi-skilled roles for up to four years.
About the PALM Scheme
Reliable, productive and engaged workforce
Regional Workforce Management (RWM) is proud to be the largest provider under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme. This life changing program connects hardworking individuals from nine Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste with businesses across regional Australia, creating a reliable, engaged workforce where local employees aren’t available.
Through RWM, your business may recruit workers for longer-term unskilled, low-skilled or semi-skilled roles for up to four years.
Creating opportunities
The PALM Scheme doesn’t just fill roles – it changes lives. Workers gain skills, confidence and income to support their families and uplift their villages back home. For Australian businesses, it’s an opportunity to grow with a committed team that shares your values and vision.
Pacific Island and Timorese workers
Client sites across rural, regional and metro Australia
Traineeships building skills and futures
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Sent back to worker's home nations
Pacific Island and Timorese workers
Client sites across rural, regional and metro Australia
Traineeships building skills and futures
$
Sent back to workers' home nations every year
24/7 pastoral care - support that feels like home
24/7 pastoral care - support that feels like home
Moving to a new country is a life changing step and we’re here to make it as smooth as possible for both Pacific Islanders and businesses. At the heart of our care are dedicated site teams and cultural welfare offices who work around the clock, offering hands on support – big or small. From fostering well-being and connection for workers as they adjust to new roles to communities and cultural differences, their proactive approach makes every worker feel welcomed, valued and at home.
Our cultural welfare officers, Pa Enari, a Samoan Chief and Mick Seduadua from Fiji bring invaluable cultural insights and personal ties to our pastoral care, offering emotional, social and even spiritual guidance. Together, these teams bridge cultural gaps, address challenges before they arise, and cultivate a reliable, engaged workforce that feels at home. Their presence reflects the depth of what makes RWM special – a commitment to care and connection.
Moving to a new country is a life changing step and we’re here to make it as smooth as possible for both Pacific Islanders and businesses. At the heart of our care are dedicated site teams and cultural welfare offices who work around the clock, offering hands on support – big or small. From fostering well-being and connection for workers as they adjust to new roles to communities and cultural differences, their proactive approach makes every worker feel welcomed, valued and at home.
Our cultural welfare officers, Pa Enari, a Samoan Chief and Mick Seduadua from Fiji bring invaluable cultural insights and personal ties to our pastoral care, offering emotional, social and even spiritual guidance. Together, these teams bridge cultural gaps, address challenges before they arise, and cultivate a reliable, engaged workforce that feels at home. Their presence reflects the depth of what makes RWM special – a commitment to care and connection.
Helping workers learn and grow
We’re passionate about helping workers grow. Through our traineeship programs, Pacific Islander workers gain qualifications, confidence and valuable skills that create brighter futures for their families and communities back home.
Helping workers learn and grow
We’re passionate about helping workers grow. Through our traineeship programs, Pacific Islander workers gain qualifications, confidence and valuable skills that create brighter futures for their families and communities back home.
End to end support
RWM manages the entire PALM recruitment process, from recruitment, onboarding, visa and immigration processing, mobilisation and settling in Australia.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
Immigration and visas
Handling immigration compliance, handling documentation and visa applications and coordinates with the Labour Sending Unit.
Travel and mobilisation
Arranging flights to Australia and transportation to host employer, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey.
Worker induction and onboarding
Thorough induction during their first week, including health checks and vaccinations to ensure workers are prepared for their new role and environment as well as to prioritise worker wellbeing.
Accommodation and transport
Provides safe, comfortable and convenient accommodation and reliable transport for an easy commute to work.
Personal finance and insurance support
We assist workers settling in, offering advice on managing finances and sending money home.
24/7 pastoral care
RWM’s site and cultural welfare teams provide 24/7 welfare support, prioritising workers emotional and religious wellbeing.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
Immigration and visas
Handling immigration compliance, handling documentation and visa applications and coordinates with the Labour Sending Unit.
Travel and mobilisation
Arranging flights to Australia and transportation to host employer, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey.
24/7 pastoral care
RWM’s site and cultural welfare teams provide 24/7 welfare support, prioritising workers emotional and religious wellbeing.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
Immigration and visas
Handling immigration compliance, handling documentation and visa applications and coordinates with the Labour Sending Unit.
Travel and mobilisation
Arranging flights to Australia and transportation to host employer, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey.
Worker induction and onboarding
Thorough induction during their first week, including health checks and vaccinations to ensure workers are prepared for their new role and environment as well as to prioritise worker wellbeing.
Accommodation and transport
Provides safe, comfortable and convenient accommodation and reliable transport for an easy commute to work.
Personal finance and insurance support
We assist workers settling in, offering advice on managing finances and sending money home.
24/7 pastoral care
RWM’s site and cultural welfare teams provide 24/7 welfare support, prioritising workers emotional and religious wellbeing.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
End to end support
RWM manages the entire PALM recruitment process, from recruitment, onboarding, visa and immigration processing, mobilisation and settling in Australia.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
Immigration and visas
Handling immigration compliance, handling documentation and visa applications and coordinates with the Labour Sending Unit.
Travel and mobilisation
Arranging flights to Australia and transportation to host employer, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey.
Worker induction and onboarding
Thorough induction during their first week, including health checks and vaccinations to ensure workers are prepared for their new role and environment as well as to prioritise worker wellbeing.
Accommodation and transport
Provides safe, comfortable and convenient accommodation and reliable transport for an easy commute to work.
Personal finance and insurance support
We assist workers settling in, offering advice on managing finances and sending money home.
24/7 pastoral care
RWM’s site and cultural welfare teams provide 24/7 welfare support, prioritising workers emotional and religious wellbeing.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
Immigration and visas
Handling immigration compliance, handling documentation and visa applications and coordinates with the Labour Sending Unit.
Travel and mobilisation
Arranging flights to Australia and transportation to host employer, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey.
24/7 pastoral care
RWM’s site and cultural welfare teams provide 24/7 welfare support, prioritising workers emotional and religious wellbeing.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
Immigration and visas
Handling immigration compliance, handling documentation and visa applications and coordinates with the Labour Sending Unit.
Travel and mobilisation
Arranging flights to Australia and transportation to host employer, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey.
Worker induction and onboarding
Thorough induction during their first week, including health checks and vaccinations to ensure workers are prepared for their new role and environment as well as to prioritise worker wellbeing.
Accommodation and transport
Provides safe, comfortable and convenient accommodation and reliable transport for an easy commute to work.
Personal finance and insurance support
We assist workers settling in, offering advice on managing finances and sending money home.
24/7 pastoral care
RWM’s site and cultural welfare teams provide 24/7 welfare support, prioritising workers emotional and religious wellbeing.
Labour market testing and recruitment
Conducting in-country interviews, information sessions, physical assessments and medical tests, ensuring a seamless process.
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PALM Scheme FAQs
What kinds of roles can the PALM workers do?
RWM supports all roles within your operations on the floor for example process workers, farm hands or labourers. We also operate in manufacturing, horticulture, farming and agriculture, fisheries, accommodation, hospitality and tourism.
Who can employ PALM workers?
Approved employers can recruit under the PALM Scheme. RWM has been an approved employer since 2018 and has employed over 10,000 workers across multiple industries during this time.
Who employs the workers - RWM or my business?
RWM is the Approved Employer for PALM Scheme. We handle every detail, from recruitment in the pacific to onboarding, visas and immigration to mobilisation and payroll in Australia. Workers are then placed with your business, ensuring they’re ready to hit the ground running.
How quickly can you fill roles?
Mobilisation of PALM workers typically requires a minimum of eight weeks after recruitment application approval, assuming all documentation is completed. We work hand in hand with relevant government Labour Sending Units and guide employers through every step, including selecting the right candidates for the job.
How long can PALM Scheme workers stay in Australia?
PALM Scheme workers can stay and work for up to four years, offering stability and reliability for businesses in industries like meat and food processing.
What are the visa requirements?
The Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) lets PALM workers come to Australia to take part in the PALM Scheme. As part of the recruitment process, workers submit the relevant documentation and RWM applies on their behalf, liaising with the Labour Sending Unit.
PALM Scheme FAQs
What kinds of roles can the PALM workers do?
RWM supports all roles within your operations on the floor for example process workers, farm hands or labourers. We also operate in manufacturing, horticulture, farming and agriculture, fisheries, accommodation, hospitality and tourism.
Who can employ PALM workers?
Approved employers can recruit under the PALM Scheme. RWM has been an approved employer since 2018 and has employed over 10,000 workers across multiple industries during this time.
Who employs the workers - RWM or my business?
RWM is the Approved Employer for PALM Scheme. We handle every detail, from recruitment in the pacific to onboarding, visas and immigration to mobilisation and payroll in Australia. Workers are then placed with your business, ensuring they’re ready to hit the ground running.
How quickly can you fill roles?
Mobilisation of PALM workers typically requires a minimum of eight weeks after recruitment application approval, assuming all documentation is completed. We work hand in hand with relevant government Labour Sending Units and guide employers through every step, including selecting the right candidates for the job.
How long can PALM Scheme workers stay in Australia?
PALM Scheme workers can stay and work for up to four years, offering stability and reliability for businesses in industries like meat and food processing.
What are the visa requirements?
The Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) lets PALM workers come to Australia to take part in the PALM Scheme. As part of the recruitment process, workers submit the relevant documentation and RWM applies on their behalf, liaising with the Labour Sending Unit.
PALM Scheme FAQs
What kinds of roles can the PALM workers do?
RWM supports all roles within your operations on the floor for example process workers, farm hands or labourers. We also operate in manufacturing, horticulture, farming and agriculture, fisheries, accommodation, hospitality and tourism.
Who can employ PALM workers?
Approved employers can recruit under the PALM Scheme. RWM has been an approved employer since 2018 and has employed over 10,000 workers across multiple industries during this time.
Who employs the workers - RWM or my business?
RWM is the Approved Employer for PALM Scheme. We handle every detail, from recruitment in the pacific to onboarding, visas and immigration to mobilisation and payroll in Australia. Workers are then placed with your business, ensuring they’re ready to hit the ground running.
How quickly can you fill roles?
Mobilisation of PALM workers typically requires a minimum of eight weeks after recruitment application approval, assuming all documentation is completed. We work hand in hand with relevant government Labour Sending Units and guide employers through every step, including selecting the right candidates for the job.
How long can PALM Scheme workers stay in Australia?
PALM Scheme workers can stay and work for up to four years, offering stability and reliability for businesses in industries like meat and food processing.
What are the visa requirements?
The Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) lets PALM workers come to Australia to take part in the PALM Scheme. As part of the recruitment process, workers submit the relevant documentation and RWM applies on their behalf, liaising with the Labour Sending Unit.
