12 months fixed term full-time appointment with possible further term and/or permanent appointment
South Metropolitan TAFE is an industry and community-focused organisation with a driving commitment to high quality training and development. With several training centres and campuses spread across Perth's East and South Metropolitan suburbs, the TAFE offers nationally recognised qualifications, developed and endorsed by industry, at a local, state and national level, and to an increasing number of international students.
We are an equal opportunity employer who is committed to supporting and building a culturally diverse workforce and workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, Veterans, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Find out more by visiting our website: www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au
About the role
The Coordinator Career Taster Programs plays a pivotal role in building early career awareness for Year 9 students. The position leads the planning, coordination, promotion and delivery of activities that introduce students to VET training options, industry pathways and future career opportunities. The role also supports Portfolio staff in designing and delivering high‑quality taster programs.
To succeed in this role, you will bring strong knowledge of post‑secondary pathways, the ability to work independently, and well‑developed interpersonal, communication, negotiation and analytical skills.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing the Career Taster Program, engaging internal stakeholders and relevant industry and community groups.
- Building and maintaining partnerships between SM TAFE, schools and industry to deliver activities that inspire students to become “career curious”.
- Working with external agencies to coordinate a calendar of career events and expos for students and schools.
- Creating and promoting online and VR career exploration opportunities, including webinars and industry presentations.
- Managing the Year 9 Career Taster Program calendar, communicating schedules to schools and overseeing bookings.
- Providing regular reporting on milestones, outcomes and emerging issues.
- Delivering high‑quality support to business and industry partners and establishing feedback processes for continuous improvement.
- Undertaking additional tasks and projects aligned with the role’s responsibilities.
For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Ali Watson, Manager Education Pathways & ATSU on (08) 9599 8790 or email Ali.Watson@smtafe.wa.edu.au
Work Benefits
Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- 12% employer superannuation 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 – 18 weeks
- Various employee health and wellness initiatives and benefits
Ready 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.
Advertised Vacancy Reference Number: SMG011.26P
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit:
- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the JDF
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 12 months.
Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.
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 13 February 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).
