Appointment will initially be for 24 months with a possible further fixed term contract employment by the Institute depending on prevailing circumstances and the completion of a 3 month probationary period.
Advertised Vacancy Number: PL19.15
The role of this position is to participate in the delivery of the Institute’s training services by advising and guiding clients, developing, preparing, presenting, assessing and evaluating training in their area of expertise as well as assisting in the general administration of programs and AQTF compliance. Delivery areas may encompass varying streams from Certificate I level through to Certificate IV level across the following areas: Certificate of General Education for Adults (CGEA)); Gaining Access to Training & Employment (GATE) and Course in Applied Vocational Study Skills (CAVSS). The ability to network and consult with clients, community groups and other stakeholders is an essential component of the position. Preferably applicants would have a primary school teaching background or a secondary school teaching in English or a proven history of delivering in general education programs.
The ability to network and consult with clients, community groups and other stakeholders is an essential component of the position. Possession of current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) 40110 (or higher recognised teaching qualification) or working towards this qualification would be an advantage.
Pilbara Institute provides work-ready training to support industry and small business in the Pilbara Region of WA. The Institute is a major driver of regional and economic development in a dynamic environment. The Institute’s 150 staff operate from campuses located at South Hedland, Newman, Tom Price, Karratha and Roebourne and also deliver training and related services at many other industry and community sites throughout the region.
For more information about Pilbara Institute, please visit our website at www.pilbara.wa.edu.au
Further Job Related Information
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides details about the duties and responsibilities of this position, and outlines the selection criteria.
If you would like more information about this position please contact Bec Higgins, A/Training Manager Health & Community Services on (08) 9158 9445.
Work Benefits and Other Conditions
Our employees are covered by industrial agreements providing a significant range of employment benefits including:
- Nine (9) Weeks paid leave
- Air-conditioning allowance (subject to eligibility)
- Country Incentive Allowance
- Generous travel subsidy
- Relocation allowance (if applicable and only within Western Australia)
- Subsidised housing (subject to eligibility & availability)
District Allowance Payment is paid according to the following:
- Subject to eligibility
- WA TAFE Lecturers General Agreement 2014
- Department of Commerce Labour Relations advice Circular to Departments
Current Rates as at 3 July 2015, Circular 4 of 2015 District Allowance Rates
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout our agency. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the initial date of the appointment.
Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.
Eligibility to apply:
Eligibility for employment at Pilbara Institute is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. As this position will, or is likely to involve contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
How to Apply
Please read the attached Application Information document for detailed information regarding applying for this position.
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply for a position with Pilbara Institute.
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit:
- Current Resume including two (2) professional referees
- Written examples to demonstrate your competitive ability to support your skills, knowledge and experience to meet the selection criteria for the position.
- Copies of any relevant documents in order to address the selection criteria of the position.
We are interested in how your skills, knowledge and experience indicate your ability to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position. Your responses and resume will be assessed by the selection panel with reference to the selection criteria as the basis for shortlisting.
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button. If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact HR Services on (08) 9203 3735.
Applications close Wednesday 21 October 2015 at 4:00pm (WST).
Late applications cannot be accepted.