Learning Systems Team Leader – Defence Explosive Ordnance Training School

Department of Defence; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Defence is seeking an APS6 Learning Systems Team Leader for the Defence Explosive Ordnance Training School in Sydney. You will lead a small multidisciplinary team, manage competency-based training and the development of learning management packages, and ensure training remains current with evolving standards and technologies.

You will partner with instructors, technical authorities and capability stakeholders to design, implement and continuously improve training solutions that

Qualifications

• Experience in training design, development and evaluation.
• Knowledge of instructional design and competency-based training principles.
• Ability to lead and coordinate integrated teams while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise personnel and resources within the Learning Systems cell to achieve section and school outcomes.
• Manage competency-based Explosive Ordnance training and assessments within Defence Explosives Ordnance Training School (DEOTS).
• Oversee the development and maintenance of DEOTS Learning Management Packages.
• Provide advice and direction regarding Vocational Education and Training related to Explosive Ordnance.
• Modernise and enhance training delivery to align with standards, technologies and workforce requirements.
• Conduct Gap Analysis between DEOTS courseware and other Defence units/agencies and contractors.
• Manage an internal Learning Management System, similar to Moodle.
• Oversee training element of Defence Explosive Ordnance Professionalisation Framework Project.
• Organise and manage the Joint Curriculum Review Boards.

Skills

Explosive ordnance operations

Training design

Instructional design

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

AQF Level 6 qualification

Job description

Learning Systems Team Leader – Defence Explosive Ordnance Training School

As a part of this APS6 Learning Systems Team Leader role, you will be responsible for undertaking the following key functions:

• Manage and supervise personnel and resources within the Learning Systems cell to achieve identified section and school outcomes.
• Manage competency-based Explosive Ordnance training and assessments within Defence Explosives Ordnance Training School (DEOTS).
• Oversee the development and maintenance of DEOTS Learning Management Packages.
• Provide advice and direction to personnel regarding all facets of Vocational Education and Training, specifically related to Explosive Ordnance.
• Modernise and enhance training delivery to ensure it remains current, relevant and aligned with contemporary standards, technologies and workforce requirements.
• Conduct Gap Analysis between DEOTS Explosive Ordnance Courseware and courseware supplied by other Defence units/agencies and contractors.
• Manage an internal Learning Management System, similar to Moodle.
• Oversee the training element of Defence Explosive Ordnance Professionalisation Framework Project
• Organise and manage the Joint Curriculum Review Boards.

About our Team

The Learning Systems Team consists of APS and uniformed personnel who form a small multidisciplinary team responsible for the management and continuous improvement of explosive ordnance training systems. The team develops, reviews and maintains training and assessment materials, learning management packages and supporting documentation to ensure training remains effective and fit for purpose. Working closely with instructors, technical authorities and capability stakeholders, the team ensures training solutions meet technical, regulatory and workforce requirements while supporting current and future capability needs.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking an experienced learning and development professional who can combine technical knowledge with effective leadership and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development and continuous improvement of training solutions that support workforce capability outcomes in a complex technical environment.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of explosive ordnance operations, technical standards or related technical training environments
• Experience in training design, development and evaluation
• Knowledge of instructional design and competency-based training principles
• The ability to lead and coordinate integrated teams while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and influence outcomes
• Sound judgement, analytical skills and the ability to resolve complex issues and competing priorities
• Experience reviewing training requirements, conducting analyses and implementing improvements based on evidence and feedback
• The ability to interpret technical and regulatory requirements and apply them to training solutions
• Experience using learning management systems and contemporary learning technologies
• A commitment to continuous improvement, professional development and delivery of quality training outcomes.

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Mandatory Qualifications

This technical position requires the individual to have obtained a recognised Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 6 qualification in a relevant technical domain or relevant skills and work experience such that an individual can reasonably achieve a recognised AQF qualification if required by the position.

The key duties of the position include:

The Role

As a part of this APS6 Learning Systems Team Leader role, you will be responsible for undertaking the following key functions:

• Manage and supervise personnel and resources within the Learning Systems cell to achieve identified section and school outcomes.
• Manage competency-based Explosive Ordnance training and assessments within Defence Explosives Ordnance Training School (DEOTS).
• Oversee the development and maintenance of DEOTS Learning Management Packages.
• Provide advice and direction to personnel regarding all facets of Vocational Education and Training, specifically related to Explosive Ordnance.
• Modernise and enhance training delivery to ensure it remains current, relevant and aligned with contemporary standards, technologies and workforce requirements
• Conduct Gap Analysis between DEOTS Explosive Ordnance Courseware and courseware supplied by other Defence units/agencies and contractors.
• Manage an internal Learning Management System, similar to Moodle.
• Oversee the training element of Defence Explosive Ordnance Professionalisation Framework Project
• Organise and manage the Joint Curriculum Review Boards.

About our Team

The Learning Systems Team consists of APS and uniformed personnel who form a small multidisciplinary team responsible for the management and continuous improvement of explosive ordnance training systems. The team develops, reviews and maintains training and assessment materials, learning management packages and supporting documentation to ensure training remains effective and fit for purpose. Working closely with instructors, technical authorities and capability stakeholders, the team ensures training solutions meet technical, regulatory and workforce requirements while supporting current and future capability needs.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking an experienced learning and development professional who can combine technical knowledge with effective leadership and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development and continuous improvement of training solutions that support workforce capability outcomes in a complex technical environment.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of explosive ordnance operations, technical standards or related technical training environments
• Experience in training design, development and evaluation
• Knowledge of instructional design and competency-based training principles
• The ability to lead and coordinate integrated teams while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and influence outcomes
• Sound judgement, analytical skills and the ability to resolve complex issues and competing priorities
• Experience reviewing training requirements, conducting analyses and implementing improvements based on evidence and feedback
• The ability to interpret technical and regulatory requirements and apply them to training solutions
• Experience using learning management systems and contemporary learning technologies
• A commitment to continuous improvement, professional development and delivery of quality training outcomes.

Eligibility

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Mandatory Qualifications

This technical position requires the individual to have obtained a recognised Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 6 qualification in a relevant technical domain or relevant skills and work experience such that an individual can reasonably achieve a recognised AQF qualification if required by the position.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers