12 month full-time appointment with possible further fixed term and/or permanent appointment.
South Regional TAFE delivers a wide range of nationally recognised programs throughout the Great Southern and South West regions of Western Australia. The college delivers courses on site, online and in the workplace, and operates 12 campuses from Bunbury to Esperance and from Albany to Narrogin.
This significant role enables the college to respond to community and industry expectations in respect to the provision of vocational education and training qualifications. Employees benefit from a broad range of professional development opportunities.
We are committed to being an equitable and diverse employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disability.
For more information, visit www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au.
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated leader with a background in a training environment.
The Training Manager provides leadership to ensure that South Regional TAFE's delivery of vocational education and training complies with Standards for RTOs. The position is also responsible for the effective management of the training area's human, physical and financial resources and the achievement of key business outcomes and quality performance indicators.
To be successful in this role, you will have the following…
- Strong leadership skills and experience in leading the development of a positive team culture to support organisational values and achieve strategic and operational goals
- Extensive knowledge of and experience in the operational management of vocational education and training programs, including the application of training quality principles to achieve business growth and strong outcomes
- High level management skills including staff supervision, budget management and client engagement
- The ability to operate in a collaborative manner with diverse stakeholders to achieve organisational outcomes and develop productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in driving change and process improvement including high level analytical and problem solving skills resulting in innovative outcomes
- Current knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunity and Occupational Safety and Health in all aspects of employment and service delivery.
SRTAFE may also be able to assist with housing in Albany for the successful applicant if they meet the eligibility requirements for GROH.
Work Benefits
Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- 10.5% employer super contribution
- Deferred salary scheme – receive 80% salary for four years with the fifth year as a paid sabbatical leave from the workplace
- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Fifteen days personal leave
- Four weeks annual leave and an option to accrue ten additional days extra leave each year
- Flexible working hours
- Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Lee-Anne Smith, A/Director Training Services Great Southern on 0428 696 020 or email Lee-Anne.Smith@srtafe.wa.edu.au
How to Apply
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.
Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.
- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A written application addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form in no more than three pages
Advertised Reference Number: SRG164.22S
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.
If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.
Other Conditions and Eligibility
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
To be eligible for appointment applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.
Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.
SR TAFE has a shutdown period of up to 12 working days over Christmas/New Year. Arrangements for paid leave in advance or leave without pay during the shutdown period will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Friday 2 December 2022 at 4:00pm (WST).
