Head of Training Products

NECA Education and Careers; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NECA Education & Careers – Carlton North VIC is seeking an experienced Head of Training Product to lead the continuous improvement of training products within our RTO. You will oversee the full lifecycle from implementation to validation, ensuring programs are innovative, compliant, and aligned with industry needs.

Working closely with industry, compliance and operations, you will ensure all programs meet regulatory requirements while delivering high‑quality, engaging learning experiences that

Qualifications

• Experience leading training product development within an RTO environment.
• Strong knowledge of Standards for RTOs 2025 and ASQA requirements.
• Ability to balance strategy with hands‑on delivery and drive impact across programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, improvements and lifecycle management of training products.
• Ensure programs meet regulatory requirements and audit readiness.
• Drive industry engagement and continuous improvement to enhance learner outcomes and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with compliance and operational teams to align with industry needs.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Compliance

Industry engagement

VET sector experience

Education

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent)

Diploma or higher qualification in adult learning or instructional design

Job description

NECA Education and Careers – Carlton North VIC

NECA Education & Careers is a leading provider of training and employment for the electrical industry. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and supporting the next generation of skilled professionals by raising the bar and showing what's possible when industry takes ownership of its future.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and strategic Head of Training Product to lead the continuous improvement of training products within our high-performing RTO.

This role sits at the heart of our organisation, shaping our training portfolio to ensure it is innovative, compliant, and aligned with industry needs. You'll oversee the full lifecycle of training products, from implementation to validation, and ongoing improvement.

Working closely with industry, compliance, and operational teams, you'll ensure all programs meet regulatory requirements while delivering high-quality, engaging learning experiences that drive real workforce outcomes.

Lead the strategy, improvements, and lifecycle management of training products, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and industry needs

Ensure compliance with Standards for RTOs 2025, ASQA requirements, and training packages, including audit readiness and validation

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, learner outcomes, and operational effectiveness.

Drive industry engagement, continuous improvement, and team performance to deliver innovative, compliant, and impactful training solutions

Why you are a great fit!

You bring deep experience in the VET sector, with a strong understanding of compliance, training package requirements, and product development frameworks. You can balance strategy with hands-on delivery, and you thrive in environments that require both rigour and innovation.

You're highly collaborative, commercially aware, and passionate about designing training that delivers real impact for learners and industry.

You have the following:

• TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience leading training product development within an RTO environment
• Diploma or higher qualification in adult learning, instructional design, or related field (desirable)
• Current Working with Children Check (essential)