General Manager Training Services

North Metropolitan TAFE; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

North Metropolitan TAFE is seeking an accomplished General Manager Training Services to drive strategic workforce development and ensure our training programs stay relevant, innovative and industry-aligned across Western Australia. This is a 5 year Senior Executive Service appointment, offering leadership across multiple campuses and industry partnerships.

The role emphasizes stakeholder collaboration, change leadership, and a commitment to learner success, with a focus on shaping pathways that

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience within a vocational education and training environment.
• Proven track record leading academic leaders and large, complex service portfolios.
• Strong industry engagement capability and ability to identify future skills needs.
• Experience driving organisational change, innovation and performance improvement.
• Expert knowledge of the 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management with credibility to influence across sectors.
• Leadership style that develops people, fosters collaboration and inspires ambitious outcomes.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Industry engagement

Education

Advanced degree in education or management

Job description

Lead the Future of Skills and Training in Western Australia. As General Manager Training Services, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce of Western Australia by ensuring training programs remain relevant, innovative and responsive to a rapidly changing economy. This is a rare executive leadership opportunity to influence skills development at scale, working alongside industry leaders, government and education professionals to create pathways that help people build careers, businesses access talent, and communities thrive. 5 year Senior Executive Service appointment.

About You

We're seeking an experienced and influential education leader who combines strategic thinking with a genuine passion for workforce development and learner success.

• Significant leadership experience within a vocational education and training environment.
• A proven track record leading academic leaders and large, complex service portfolios.
• Strong industry engagement capability and the ability to identify future skills needs before they emerge.
• Experience driving organisational change, innovation and performance improvement.
• Expert knowledge of the 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to influence across industry, government and education sectors.
• A leadership style that develops people, fosters collaboration and inspires others to achieve ambitious outcomes.

If you're motivated by creating opportunities for people, strengthening industry capability and helping shape the future of vocational education in Western Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

There is an option to accrue an additional two weeks leave each year on top of your standard four weeks annual leave.

Suitability Requirements

To be considered suitable for this position, you will:

• Have relevant skills and experience to meet the selection criteria and role requirements as outlined in the attached JDF.

Eligibility Requirements and Other Conditions

• Possess current and valid Australian working rights (e.g. Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or an appropriate working visa). Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this role
• Hold, or have the ability to obtain a Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

About the College

At North Metropolitan TAFE (NMTAFE), you will join an organisation that changes lives through education and skills.

As one of Western Australia's leading vocational education and training providers, we deliver industry-relevant training across 10 campuses, offering more than 400 courses in 48 industry areas.

In partnership with industry, government and community, we help people build rewarding careers and develop the skilled workforce that shapes Western Australia's future.

We value talented, passionate people and are committed to a workplace where everyone belongs.

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and people of all ages and experiences.

Together, our diverse perspectives help us achieve better outcomes for our students, industry and community.

Applications close Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).

Additional Information

Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates who meet the suitability requirements for these roles will be prioritised for appointment.

We’re always on the lookout for great people. If you’re suitable but not selected for this role but we believe you’d be a strong fit elsewhere, over the next 12 months we may consider you for other opportunities within the organisation or share your details with other agencies - with your permission.

Michelle Hoad, Managing Director would also be happy to chat with you on [phone] or [e-mail]. Should you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to Michelle so we can discuss how best to support you.

Find out more by visiting our website: www.northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au.

Advertised Reference Number : NMG151.26S