Coordinator Learning and Development

Country Fire Authority (CFA); Shire of East Gippsland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or flexible work options

Health and wellbeing programs

Paid parental leave

Fleet vehicle for travel

Discount schemes

Job summary

Country Fire Authority (CFA) in Gippsland, VIC, is seeking a dedicated Learning and Development professional based in Bairnsdale. The role focuses on planning, coordinating and improving volunteer training across the Southeast region while liaising with stakeholders and ensuring consistency in programs.

You will travel regularly within the District and Region, supported by a fleet vehicle, and collaborate with regional teams to drive capability and quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Hold a TAE40116 (or equivalent), or near completion.
• Have an understanding of RTO standards and environments.
• Hold a current driver's licence.
• Be able to manage multiple priorities within time and quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate training programs to strengthen volunteer capability.
• Liaise with stakeholders to analyse capability requirements.
• Schedule and coordinate training plans and resources to support operational needs.
• Provide advice to Regional Learning and Development teams to ensure consistency, standardisation and quality assurance across training programs.
• Travel throughout the District and Region; access to a fleet vehicle to facilitate travel.

Skills

Organised

Adaptable

Proactive

Communication skills

Education

TAE40116 (or equivalent)

Job description

Country Fire Authority (CFA) – Gippsland VIC

CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day.

Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.

We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.

To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page.

About the Role

We have an exciting permanent opportunity for an enthusiastic Learning and Development professional to join a highly respected, collaborative and focused team, led by a supportive and engaging leader. Based in Bairnsdale, this role offers the chance to make a positive impact on volunteer training while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

You will support the planning and coordination of training programs that strengthen volunteer capability with the District and across the Southeast region. Key responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders and analysing capability requirements, as well as scheduling and coordinating training plans and resources to support operational needs. You will also provide advice and support to Regional Learning and Development teams, ensuring consistency, standardisation and quality assurance across training programs.

This role requires regular travel throughout the District and Region, with access to a fleet vehicle provided to facilitate associated travel.

You are an organised, adaptable and proactive team member with experience in a similar role and strong written and verbal communication skills. You enjoy working collaboratively, follow through on tasks and contribute positively to team culture.

To be successful, you will:

• Hold a TAE40116 (or equivalent), or be near completion
• Have an understanding of RTO standards and environments
• Hold a current driver's licence
• Be able to manage multiple priorities within time and quality expectations

This is a great opportunity to join a passionate, supportive team and contribute to meaningful outcomes for our volunteers.

A detailed position description is attached.

Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Worki ng Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check. You will also be required to provide at least two professional references.

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email ***********@cfa.vic.gov.au