Commercial Trainer

Surf Life Saving NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Surf Life Saving Services is seeking a Commercial Trainer to deliver high-quality accredited and non-accredited first aid and lifesaving training across NSW. You will assess participants, adapt to diverse learning needs and develop training materials while maintaining compliance and quality.

The role requires travel throughout NSW, weekend availability and a customer-focused approach to support the Australian Lifesaving Academy’s programs.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering accredited and non-accredited training programs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to engage diverse participants and tailor learning to needs.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Professional, flexible training delivery and customer service.
• Willingness to travel throughout NSW and work weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited and non-accredited training programs.
• Assess participant competency per requirements.
• Adapt delivery to client needs and learning styles.
• Develop, review and improve training materials and assessments.
• Maintain training equipment and resources and ensure safety.
• Complete documentation and administrative tasks on time.
• Support first aid audits and services as required.
• Promote Surf Life Saving Services and the Academy.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Training delivery

Assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Customer service

Education

TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Provide First Aid Certificate

Working with Children Check

Job description

Surf Life Saving Services | SLS First Aid Training & Services

Are you passionate about training, education and empowering others with lifesaving skills? Join our Australian Lifesaving Academy team and help make a difference in communities across NSW.

Surf Life Saving Services (SLSS) is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Commercial Trainer to join our SLS First Aid Training & Services team.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality accredited and non-accredited training programs, equipping individuals, businesses and community groups with essential first aid and lifesaving skills.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will play an important role in delivering engaging training experiences, supporting the development of training resources and promoting the Academy's training services across NSW.

About the Role

As a Commercial Trainer, you will be responsible for delivering and assessing a range of accredited and non-accredited training programs, including first aid, CPR and related courses.

You will work with a diverse range of participants, including Surf Life Saving members, community groups, businesses and organisations, ensuring training is delivered to a high professional standard and tailored to individual learning needs.

The role also involves contributing to the development and continuous improvement of training programs, maintaining accurate training records and supporting the delivery of commercial training services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering engaging, high-quality accredited and non-accredited training programs.
• Assessing participant competency in accordance with relevant training and assessment requirements.
• Adapting training delivery to meet individual learning needs and client requirements.
• Assisting with the development, review and improvement of training materials and assessment resources.
• Maintaining training equipment and resources to ensure they are safe, functional and ready for use.
• Completing training documentation, assessment records and administrative requirements accurately and within required timeframes.
• Supporting first aid audits and services as required.
• Promoting Surf Life Saving Services and the Australian Lifesaving Academy's training programs and services.
• Maintaining positive working relationships with clients, participants and internal stakeholders.

About You

We are looking for a confident and engaging trainer who is passionate about education, enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering quality learning experiences.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience delivering accredited and non-accredited training programs.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to engage and motivate participants from diverse backgrounds and learning abilities.
• Strong organisational, administration and time management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• A professional, flexible and proactive approach to training delivery and customer service.
• Confidence in demonstrating practical first aid and CPR techniques.
• Sound computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel throughout NSW and work weekends when required.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent.
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate.
• Current Working with Children Check (employee), or willingness to obtain and maintain one.
• Knowledge of the Surf Life Saving education system or the ability to develop this knowledge.

Highly Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience of Surf Life Saving activities, programs and qualifications.
• Experience providing first aid at events or community activities.
• Knowledge of Registered Training Organisation (RTO) systems and relevant training compliance requirements.

Why Join Us?

At Surf Life Saving Services, you will be part of an organisation committed to saving lives, building safer communities and delivering quality education and training.

We offer:

• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to community safety and education.
• A diverse and rewarding role delivering training to individuals, businesses and community organisations.
• The opportunity to work with a supportive and experienced training team.
• Exposure to a variety of training environments and participants across NSW.
• Opportunities to contribute to training development, innovation and continuous improvement.
• The satisfaction of equipping others with valuable, potentially lifesaving skills.

Location:

Belrose

About Surf Life Saving Services

Surf Life Saving Services, through the Australian Lifeguard Service, provides professional lifeguard, aquatic-safety and water-safety services across NSW.

We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the diversity of our people.

Please note that only suitably experienced applicants who meet the above requirements will be contacted.

We thank you for your interest in working with Surf Life Saving Services.