Industry & Vocational Training Liaison (SBAT & Careers)

Queensland Government; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackay State High School in South Mackay, QLD, is seeking an Industry and Vocational Training Officer to lead and grow career opportunities for students. You will engage with local employers, industry groups and training providers to expand SBATs and work experience placements, and you will coordinate programs that bridge education and employment for Year 10 to 12 students.

The role requires proactive, organised and people-focused individuals who can manage documentation, monitor program

Qualifications

• Proactive
• Organised
• Energetic
• People-focused
• Confident engaging with employers and community partners
• Willing to actively seek opportunities for students

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive partnerships with local employers, industry groups, apprenticeship support agencies, TAFE Queensland, Registered Training Organisations, universities and community organisations to expand student employment and training opportunities.
• Lead and coordinate the school's SBAT and work experience programs, including sourcing placements, matching students with opportunities, coordinating interviews, completing documentation and monitoring student progress.
• Provide career development and employment support to students, including assistance with résumés, cover letters, job applications, interview preparation, work readiness and post-school pathway decisions.
• Coordinate Year 10 career readiness initiatives in collaboration with the Senior School Head of Department, including employer presentations, industry visits, mock interviews and career education activities.
• Plan and coordinate school and community engagement activities, including the bi-annual Education and Career Pathways Day, vocational displays, Open Night and Subject Selection evenings, and promote student achievements and career opportunities.
• Identify local industry workforce trends and emerging skills needs, provide strategic advice to school leadership, develop new partnerships and recommend improvements to vocational education and career pathways programs.
• Maintain accurate student and program records, prepare reports, monitor program outcomes and ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures and legislative requirements relating to vocational education, work experience and SBATs.

Job description

Mackay State High School in South Mackay, QLD, is seeking an Industry and Vocational Training Officer to lead and grow career opportunities for students. You will engage with local employers, industry groups and training providers to expand SBATs and work experience placements, and you will coordinate programs that bridge education and employment for Year 10 to 12 students.

The role requires proactive, organised and people-focused individuals who can manage documentation, monitor program