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Landmark Community Services has warned the public of a “dangerous and growing online employment scam” abusing its company name and logo.
Australian registered NDIS disability service provider, Landmark Community Services, has issued a warning regarding a scam campaign making use of its branding and name.
The scammers are using fake job offers using Landmark Community Services’ branding in order to steal identity data such as passports and driver’s licenses.
“It’s deeply upsetting that criminals are exploiting the trust of both jobseekers and our community by misusing our name,” Hattem Serewa, director of Landmark Community Services, said in a 5 November statement.
“At Landmark, we’re proud to support both Arabic-speaking and broader Australian communities through care, trust, and empowerment. We want to ensure everyone stays safe and protected from scams like this.”
The scam campaign began in October, with victims contacted via email, and – in some instances – via fake jobs added to job listing platforms. Landmark has said it is in no way connected to the fake emails and that it will never request personal information before an onboarding process or verified interview.
Landmark recommends that members of the public avoid sharing sensitive documents in response to unsolicited messages, verify any suspect communications via official Landmark channels, and report any scam activity to Scamwatch.gov.au.
“Our goal has always been to help vulnerable people feel safe and supported,” Serewa said.
“We’ll continue doing that – in our services, our community, and by making sure people are protected online. We urge everyone to stay cautious, verify before you trust, and share this warning so others don’t fall victim.”
David Hollingworth has been writing about technology for over 20 years, and has worked for a range of print and online titles in his career. He is enjoying getting to grips with cyber security, especially when it lets him talk about Lego.
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