Open Cut Trainer & Assessor

Workpac Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking a Trainer & Assessor to deliver high-quality mining training across classroom and site environments. You will support workforce development by ensuring participants gain the knowledge, skills and competencies required to perform their roles safely and effectively.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in trainer/assessor roles within Open Cut Coal Mining, with recognised TAE qualifications or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience within Trainer/Assessor roles in Open Cut Coal Mining
• Proven training facilitation experience with relevant competencies (TAEASS401/402/403 and TAEDEL401) or equivalent
• High Risk Work Licence is desirable but not mandatory
• Current Coal Board Medical and Current Standard 11
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor personnel
• Strong communication, presentation and time-management skills
• Self-motivated, reliable and safety-focused approach

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging classroom-based training sessions and practical site-based assessments
• Conducting inductions, refresher training and competency assessments
• Coaching and mentoring personnel to improve capability and performance on site
• Assessing participant competency in accordance with nationally recognised standards and training packages
• Maintaining accurate training records, assessment documentation and compliance requirements
• Delivering training in areas including Site Inductions, Area Familiarisations, Working at Heights, Confined Space, LVR/CPR, First Aid and other mining-related competencies
• Supporting safe work practices and promoting a strong safety culture across mining operations
• Working closely with site leaders and operational teams to identify and address training needs
• Ensuring all training is delivered in accordance with RTO, legislative and client requirements

Skills

Training delivery

Classroom training

Site-based assessments

Coaching & mentoring

Workplace safety

Education

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (equivalent or higher)

Job description

Key Selling Points

• Flexible site-based training assignments
• Competitive rates based on Duties
• Opportunities for experienced Crew Trainers to upskill to CertIV Trainer & Assessors

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivering high-quality training services across Queensland's resource sector. With a strong reputation throughout the Bowen Basin, they provide training solutions to major mining operators and contractors, supporting the development of skilled and safety-focused workforces.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Trainer & Assessor, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality training and assessments to mining personnel across both classroom and operational site environments. You will support workforce development by ensuring participants gain the knowledge, skills and competencies required to perform their roles safely and effectively.

• Delivering engaging classroom-based training sessions and practical site-based assessments
• Conducting inductions, refresher training and competency assessments
• Coaching and mentoring personnel to improve capability and performance on site
• Assessing participant competency in accordance with nationally recognised standards and training packages
• Maintaining accurate training records, assessment documentation and compliance requirements
• Delivering training in areas including Site Inductions, Area Familiarisations, Working at Heights, Confined Space, LVR/CPR, First Aid and other mining-related competencies within your scope of expertise
• Supporting safe work practices and promoting a strong safety culture across mining operations
• Working closely with site leaders and operational teams to identify and address training needs
• Ensuring all training is delivered in accordance with RTO, legislative and client requirements

What You Will Need

• Minimum 3 years experience within the Trainer Assessor Open Cut Coal Mining sector
• Proven training facilitation experience:
  • Minimum Crew Trainer (TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403 and TAEDEL401 competencies); or
  • TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (equivalent or higher)
• High Risk Work Licence is desirable but not mandatory
• Current Coal Board Medical
• Current Standard 11
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor personnel
• Strong communication, presentation and time-management skills
• Self-motivated, reliable and safety-focused approach

Whats in It for You?

• Competitive permanent salary packages based on client contracts
• Competitor contractor day and travel rates
• Competitive casual hourly training rates below;
  • Non-Teaching Duties $50.00/hr
  • Local Training Only $60.00/hr
  • On-Site Training Only $80.00/hr
  • Travel Time $40.00/hr (applicable when conducting training more than one hour from your place of residence)
• Flexible and varied training opportunities
• Work with leading mining companies across the Bowen Basin
• Opportunity to develop and diversify your training portfolio
• Potential support for obtaining Training & Assessment qualifications for suitable candidates transitioning from Crew Trainer positions

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.