Capability and Skills Coordinator

Sutherland Shire Council; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 84,468 - 103,239; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Fitness passport

Employee assistance programme

Annual flu shots

Health and wellbeing programme

Novated lease options

Job summary

A local government authority in New South Wales is seeking a Capability and Skills Coordinator. This role focuses on enhancing staff training and performance through competency-based assessment and collaboration with stakeholders. Ideal candidates need relevant tertiary qualifications and a strong background in learning needs analysis, communication, and project management. This temporary full-time position offers a competitive salary package beginning at $93,854 gross per annum, plus benefits including wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in learning needs analysis, particularly within infrastructure or safety-regulated environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive competency-based training and assessment to enhance operational staff performance.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align training programs with organisational needs.
• Utilise Learning Management Systems for efficient training documentation and management.

Skills

Learning needs analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Data management

Job description

Position Overview

The Capability and Skills Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring that operational staff are equipped with the necessary training and support to excel in their roles. This position involves reviewing and updating the Plant and Equipment and High‑Risk Skills Competency training matrix, aligning with organisational needs, and integrating training requirements into the LMS.

Responsibilities

• Drive competency‑based training and assessment to enhance operational staff performance.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align training programs with organisational needs.
• Utilise Learning Management Systems (LMS) for efficient training documentation and management.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and customer‑centric service delivery.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented individual who is passionate about learning and development. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence.
• Experience in learning needs analysis, particularly within infrastructure or safety‑regulated environments.
• Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and data management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, capable of engaging both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience in project management and process improvement.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a small team.

Salary and Working Hours

• Package: From $93,854 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. Salary will be determined based on skills and experience.
• Hours of work: Temporary full‑time role up to January 2027. Option of a 19‑day month through Council’s flex system.
• To benefit wellbeing you will have access to a fitness passport, employee assistance programme, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Application Requirements

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit.
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 9 December 2025.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre‑employment screening which includes reference checks, work rights verification, identity and functional/medical history checks, and a criminal history, qualification and working with children check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programmes and events.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Human Resources and Training

Industries

Human Resources Services and Technical and Vocational Training