Gillian King is a Noongar and Gurindji descendant with extensive experience in human resources and indigenous affairs, in haulage and laboratory analysis, and in a variety of professional appointments and business.
Ms King has been an employment consultant working with remote indigenous clients in the Pilbara, assisting with employment placement as well as owning their business and managing finances.
She was with the Disability Services Commission as a social trainer and as an indigenous support worker for families experiencing domestic violence situations.
Ms King obtained a Certificate in Metalliferous Mining open cut and was a finalist in the Training and Excellence Awards 2004.