Born to Build Field Officer

Explorepotential; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained company vehicle

Mobile phone and laptop provided

Salary package and benefits

Job summary

Master Builders SA in South Australia is recruiting a Born to Build Field Officer to inspire young people towards construction careers and champion apprenticeships across the state. You will deliver school presentations, attend career expos, and organize hands-on trade activities with schools, RTOs and industry partners.

You will develop engaging workshops, identify and engage potential apprentices, and provide career guidance while travelling across SA to promote opportunities and track

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong administration and reporting capabilities.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people and career development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver presentations to schools, parents, community groups, sporting clubs and industry stakeholders.
• Attend career expos, industry events and community activities.
• Promote apprenticeships as a valuable and rewarding career pathway.
• Support the continued growth of the Born to Build program.
• Organise and facilitate practical hands‑on trade activities for students.
• Deliver engaging workshops and interactive career experiences.
• Develop activities that showcase careers within the building and construction industry.
• Identify and engage potential apprentices.
• Conduct pre‑screening interviews and provide career guidance.
• Assist candidates in securing work experience opportunities.
• Work closely with schools, Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and industry partners to create pathways into apprenticeships.
• Develop strong relationships with VET Coordinators, schools, RTOs, sporting clubs and industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with industry partners and Group Training Organisations to support apprentice placements.
• Represent Master Builders SA across the education, training and construction sectors.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Track recruitment activities, presentations, events and apprentice outcomes.
• Contribute to achieving key program and funding targets.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Networking

Organisational skills

Time management

Administration

Reporting

Teamwork

Independent work

Passion for youth

Education

Qualification in building & construction

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Help Build the Future of South Australia’s Construction Industry

Are you passionate about helping young people discover rewarding careers?

Born to Build Field Officer

Master Builders SA is seeking an energetic and motivated Born to Build Field Officer to inspire the next generation of construction professionals and promote apprenticeships across South Australia.

About Master Builders SA

Master Builders SA is the peak body for the building and construction industry in South Australia. Through the Born to Build program, we connect young people, sportspeople or career changers with exciting opportunities while helping build the skilled workforce our industry needs for the future.

About the Role

• Deliver presentations to schools, parents, community groups, sporting clubs and industry stakeholders.
• Attend career expos, industry events and community activities.
• Promote apprenticeships as a valuable and rewarding career pathway.
• Support the continued growth of the Born to Build program.
• Organise and facilitate practical hands‑on trade activities for students.
• Deliver engaging workshops and interactive career experiences.
• Develop activities that showcase careers within the building and construction industry.
• Identify and engage potential apprentices.
• Conduct pre‑screening interviews and provide career guidance.
• Assist candidates in securing work experience opportunities.
• Work closely with schools, Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and industry partners to create pathways into apprenticeships.
• Develop strong relationships with VET Coordinators, schools, RTOs, sporting clubs and industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with industry partners and Group Training Organisations to support apprentice placements.
• Represent Master Builders SA across the education, training and construction sectors.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Track recruitment activities, presentations, events and apprentice outcomes.
• Contribute to achieving key program and funding targets.

About You

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong networking and relationship‑building abilities.
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong administration and reporting capabilities.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and career development.

Highly Regarded

• Experience within the building and construction industry.
• Understanding of apprenticeships and vocational education pathways.
• Stakeholder engagement, community outreach or business development experience.
• Current First Aid Certificate.

Requirements

• Current National Police Clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Child Safe clearances.
• Willingness to travel throughout South Australia, including occasional overnight stays.
• Availability to attend events outside standard business hours when required.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package.
• Fully maintained company vehicle.
• Mobile phone and laptop provided.
• Work remotely and be out in the community.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on young people’s futures.
• Join an industry-leading organisation shaping the future workforce of South Australia.

Join an industry-leading organisation shaping the future workforce of South Australia.

Employer Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Field Officer?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have experience working with children?
• Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?
• Have you completed a qualification in building & construction?
• What’s your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?