Protecting Your Privacy
Bishop Consulting Pty Ltd is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), including the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and manage your personal and sensitive information and outlines your rights in relation to that information. It applies to all websites operated by Bishop and any information collection conducted by Bishop Consulting in its recruitment and consulting activities.
What is Personal Information?
Personal information is any data or opinion that identifies an individual. This includes but is not limited to:
- Name, address, email, and phone number
- Location relative to position applied for
- Date of birth
- Employment history
- Education and qualifications
- Referee contact details and feedback
- Police checks
- White Cards
- Blue Cards
- State based licencing
- Salary expectations
- Medical and health information
- Visa and work rights status
- Any other licences and certifications
- Results from assessments (e.g., psychometric, medical, or background checks)
- Memberships, political affiliations, and other sensitive information (with your consent)
We may also collect opinions or information provided by others about your work performance and suitability for roles.
How We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information directly from you and from third parties:
Direct Collection:
- Registration forms
- Emails and phone calls
- Face-to-face or video interviews (e.g., Zoom, Teams)
- Online applications and job boards
- Social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook)
Indirect Collection:
- Referee feedback
- Former employers and professional contacts
- Government agencies (e.g., visa checks)
- Skills and psychometric testing providers
- Medical or criminal history checks (with consent)
Use of Personal Information
Your personal information is used to:
- Match you with suitable job opportunities
- Provide recruitment and HR consulting services
- Conduct reference checks and employment verification
- Perform legal and regulatory compliance checks
- Assess your suitability through interviews or assessments
- Communicate updates and marketing relevant to your interests (opt-out available)
Disclosure of Information
We may disclose your information to:
- Potential employers or clients
- Background screening providers
- Medical and assessment service providers
- Legal and regulatory authorities (as required)
- Technology and administrative service providers (e.g., CRMs, cloud storage)
We will not disclose your information for purposes unrelated to our business objectives without your consent.
Direct Marketing
Bishop Consulting may send you job alerts, industry updates, and promotional content. You can opt-out anytime by contacting us at ua.moc.gnitlusnocpohsib@sboj
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data from misuse, interference, and unauthorised access:
- Secure databases with password protection
- Limited access to authorised Bishop Consulting staff only
- Staff training on confidentiality and privacy practices
- Destruction or de-identification of data when no longer required
Note: While we strive to secure data, transmission over the internet is at your own risk.
Access and Correction
Under APPs 12 and 13, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request corrections or updates to that information
Contact our Privacy Officer at ua.moc.gnotlusnocpohsib@sboj to make a request. We may need to verify your identity first.
Complaints
If you have a concern or complaint about how your information has been handled:
- Contact our Privacy Office ua.moc.gnitlusnocpohsib@sboj
- We will investigate and respond within 30 days
- If unresolved, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
Date Effective: 25 May 2025