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About Us
South Metropolitan TAFE is a leading vocational education and training provider delivering high‑quality, industry‑aligned training across Perth’s East and South Metropolitan regions. With multiple campuses and strong partnerships with industry, we provide nationally recognised qualifications to local, state, national and international students.

Find out more by visiting our website: www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au

Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a WA public sector employer, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We foster an inclusive culture that encourages people to bring their authentic selves to work and contribute fully to our shared success.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the role
The Manager People and Culture is responsible for effectively leading and managing service delivery support provided by the People and Culture consultancy to clients across the organisation. The position is also responsible for workforce planning and development requirements for the College.  The role builds and maintains collaborative and successful relationships with clients and stakeholders.

To be successful in this role you will have experience in the provision of high-level advice across a range of complex workforce matters including but not limited to change management, policy development and workforce planning in a multifaceted organisational environment.

The successful applicant will also demonstrate well-developed negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence people in the achievement of objectives, build and maintain collaborative relationships and networks. 

There are opportunities to work across campuses and some home-based work where operational requirements provide. 

Suitability requirements and Eligibility
Applicants will be assessed by their skills, experiences and attributes in relation to the job requirements and leadership behaviours required for the role.  More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Employment is subject to:

• A satisfactory Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• A valid Working with Children (WWC) Card, where applicable

Applicants must also have:

• A valid working visa (for fixed-term roles), or
• Permanent residency (for permanent roles)

Why join our team?
Some of the benefits of working at South Metropolitan TAFE include: 

• Competitive remuneration: Award-based salary with annual increments and a 12% superannuation contribution, plus access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
• Flexible working arrangements: Flexible hours, work-from-home options, and a variety of leave arrangements — including an extra 3 public service holidays and the ability to purchase additional leave.
• Professional growth: Comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing: A range of wellbeing initiatives and free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
• Inclusive leave options: Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, 18 weeks paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work options, and additional leave for disability, family and domestic violence, and reproductive health.
• Great locations and facilities: a range of campus locations accessible by public transport, spread across the south metropolitan region with specialist facilities and public service and outlets.

For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Bryce Doig, Director People and Culture on (08) 9229 9164 or Bryce.Doig@smtafe.wa.edu.au

To demonstrate your suitability for the role please provide:

• A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development, including two professional referees; and
• A brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the JDF

Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.

Reasonable adjustment in recruitment
South Metropolitan TAFE is committed to ensuring all applicants have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and all reasonable requests are catered for.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please contact the person named in the job advertisement for a confidential discussion.

Advertised Vacancy Reference Number: SMG106.26S 

To submit your application, click the Apply for Job button.

For technical difficulties, contact Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.

This process may be used to fill similar vacancies for up to 12 months.

If no suitable applicant is identified, or an offer is declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.

Please note…
It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure their application is received before the closing date and time. Late applications cannot be accepted.

Applications close Monday 9 November 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).