This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
WA College of Agriculture – Harvey (WACOA - Harvey) is located about 1.5 hours south of Perth, Western Australia and is 20 minutes from the ocean and 30 minutes north of Bunbury. It is situated in the heart of the Harvey irrigation district, which services the dairy and horticultural industries and enjoys access to a significant range of agricultural industry and recreational opportunities.
The College is co-educational and can fully board up to 128 students who come from all areas of the state. A small percentage of students access the program on a daytime basis from closer locations.
Find out more about our school by visiting WACOA – Harvey or Schools Online
The Role
WACOA – Harvey is seeking a new Agricultural Training Officer for our Parks and Gardens area.
Agricultural Training Officers assist in the daily management and operations of the Crops and Horticultural Division of the farm and conduct training and assessment in that context. As such the successful applicant will have specific industry skills in crops and horticulture and will have (or be supported to develop) a range of generic skills such as:
- Park and garden maintenance
- Orchard and Vine production
- Vegetable production
Agricultural Training Officers also assist in the preparation of agricultural training programs and are involved with the instruction and supervision of groups of year 10 to 12 students in a workplace environment.
The successful applicant will have the ability to work as part of a close team, have strong organisational skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships with young adult students.
Although this position is currently listed as 0.6 FTE there may be an opportunity to increase to 1.0 FTE in the future.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tony Abel, Farm Manager on (08) 9782 2100 or anthony.abel@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Tony Abel, Farm Manager on 0419 978 775 or anthony.abel@education.wa.edu.au
Please note: The salary level for this position will be determined after the successful applicant is assessed as addressing all eligibility and selection criteria indicated in the relevant attached JDF in the context of the outcomes and selection criteria described.
The highest rate an applicant can start at as a L1 is Level 1.4 (as negotiated with the principal). However, applicants may still be able to commence at a L2.1 or L3.1 if suitably qualified or with requisite experience.
Level 1.3, $65,958 - Level 1.4, $68,636 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2022) + 15.3% commuted allowance (PSCA 2022)
Level 2, $70,432 - $75,516 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2022)
Level 3, $79,156 - $84,977 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2022)
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS932299
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 6 December 2024
