Portfolio Manager

South Metropolitan TAFE; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-based salary

12% superannuation

Flexible hours

Work-from-home options

Leave arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Cultural leave for Indigenous staff

Parental leave

Job summary

South Metropolitan TAFE is seeking a Portfolio Manager to lead the development and delivery of customer-focused VET programs across multiple campuses. You will oversee the portfolio's financial, human and physical resources and drive programs that meet strategic requirements.

The role requires proven leadership in vocational education, with experience delivering contemporary training and implementing operational plans aligned to business objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading customer-focused education programs.
• Experience in managing education/training delivery.
• Ability to plan and oversee operational plans and resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage development and delivery of VET programs.
• Oversee provision of responsive education and training programs.
• Manage portfolio resources in accordance with the portfolio resource agreement and operational plan.
• Align educational programs with business and strategic requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Program development

Portfolio management

Strategic planning

Staff coaching

Job description

If you are you a motivated individual with a passion for industry education and team collaboration, motivation and support then we have an opportunity for you! Applications are now open for full time and part time positions that become vacant over the next 12 months. Applicants found suitable are placed in a pool and may be offered full-time, part-time, casual, permanent and fixed term positions. Applicants appointed for a fixed term may be offered a permanent position in the future and may be eligible for conversion to permanency. South Metropolitan TAFE currently has 4 full time permanent positions available across a range of industry areas. Applicants must be available for interview between 23 November and 4 December 2026.

About Us

South Metropolitan TAFE is a leading vocational education and training provider delivering high‑quality, industry‑aligned training across Perth’s East and South Metropolitan regions. With multiple campuses and strong partnerships with industry, we provide nationally recognised qualifications to local, state, national and international students. Find out more by visiting our website: www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au

Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a WA public sector employer, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We foster an inclusive culture that encourages people to bring their authentic selves to work and contribute fully to our shared success. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the role

The Portfolio Manager (PM) provides leadership and manages the development and delivery of customer and client focused VET programs. The PM manages and oversees the provision of responsive education and training programs. The PM manages financial, human and physical resources of the portfolio in accordance with the portfolio resource agreement and operational plan. To be successful in this role you will have exposure and experience in leadership ensuring the delivery of quality and contemporary vocational education and training programs and development and implementation of operational plans that are aligned to business and strategic requirements.

Suitability requirements and Eligibility

Applicants will be assessed by their skills, experiences and attributes in relation to the job requirements and leadership behaviours required for the role. More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Employment is subject to:

• A satisfactory Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• A valid Working with Children (WWC) Card, where applicable

Applicants must also have:

• A valid working visa (for fixed-term roles), or
• Permanent residency (for permanent roles)

Why join our team?

Some of the benefits of working at South Metropolitan TAFE include :

• Competitive remuneration : Award-based salary with annual increments and a 12% superannuation contribution, plus access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
• Flexible working arrangements: Flexible hours, work-from-home options, and a variety of leave arrangements — including an extra 3 public service holidays and the ability to purchase additional leave.
• Professional growth: Comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing: A range of wellbeing initiatives and free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
• Inclusive leave options: Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, 18 weeks paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work options, and additional leave for disability, family and domestic violence, and reproductive health.
• Great locations and facilities: a range of campus locations accessible by public transport, spread across the south metropolitan region with specialist facilities and public service and outlets.

For Further Job Related Information Please contact Helen Hull, General Manager Training Services on 9229 9298 or [e-mail]

Reasonable adjustment in recruitment

South Metropolitan TAFE is committed to ensuring all applicants have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, and all reasonable requests are catered for. If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please contact the person named in the job advertisement for a confidential discussion.