Auslan jobs

Posted: 31/07/2026
Closing Date: 31/12/2026

Salary:
$61.02 - $76.21

Job Type:
Casual

Location:
All Locations

Job Category:
Auslan Translations

Job Description

Location: South Brisbane, Melbourne, Parramatta, Adelaide

Pay: $61.02 to $76.21 p/hour + salary packaging + 12% super

Exciting opportunity to join our team and provide high-quality translations for Deaf Auslan users.

Multiple casual positions
Supportive and inclusive environment working for a leading NFP organisation
Fantastic salary packaging benefits (increased take home pay)

About the role:
The Auslan Translator will be proactive in enabling the Translations Service to respond to the access needs of Deaf Auslan users by providing high-quality translations in a variety of mediums provided both externally and internally.

Main responsibilities of the role include:
Provide quality Auslan translations according to the details within the assigned project
Work with other Translators and project administrators in the provision of the Translation Service
Abide by the ASLITA Code of Ethics and the organisation’s Code of Conduct
Contribute to a high standard of professional service by upholding the vision, mission and values of the organisation.

About you:
In your application, let us know if you have these key skills and experience:

Hold a current NAATI English to Auslan Recognised Practicing Translator certificate or commit to obtaining
Fluency in Auslan, knowledge and understanding of the Deaf community, its language and culture
Ability to adjust language register to meet the audience needs
Good understanding of English
Good presentation skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to work independently to access and collate information
Positive and flexible attitude
Experience in Auslan translations

You should also let us know if you have these other great skills:

Good ability to use technology and equipment including cameras, lighting and tripods

About Us:
Deaf Connect is the largest, whole-of-life service provider and social impact organisation for Deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing Australians. We stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture and language.

Our organisational values of Heart, Courage, and Discovery stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture, and language.

We offer an attractive benefits program including:
Salary packaging, enabling you to make huge savings on tax and maximise your pay
Flexibility regarding working arrangements
Discount membership to gyms and facilities throughout Australia
Free annual flu vaccinations
Free comprehensive online learning portal
Free financial wellness support through our default super fund

The successful applicant will be asked to provide a NDIS Worker Check, a Working with Children Check (WWCC) relevant to their state, and proof of working rights in Australia. Deaf Connect is committed to child safety, safeguarding, and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.