Senior Instructor

CAE Inc; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness subsidy

Generous Parental Leave

Employee Share Scheme

Fitness Passport

Insurance Cover

Job summary

CAE is a global leader in simulation, training and mission readiness, seeking a Senior Instructor to lead instructors, manage training resources and build strong customer relationships in a Defence environment.

You will ensure training operations are delivered safely and effectively, drive continuous improvement of courseware and devices, mentor instructors, and coordinate training delivery, schedules and student progression within Australia’s Defence program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' relevant industry experience.
• Experience leading teams, coordinating resources and managing training delivery activities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and customer relationship management skills.
• Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.
• Experience within Defence training systems and learning frameworks (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate instructors, training specialists and resources to achieve training outcomes.
• Manage training delivery, schedules, student progression and operational training requirements.
• Act as a key customer interface, building trusted relationships and supporting training operations.
• Drive continuous improvement of courseware, training materials and training devices.
• Support operational readiness by delivering instruction during periods of increased demand.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Training delivery

Mentoring

Defence experience

Tools

LMS

Job description

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organisation where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Role Overview

As a Senior Instructor, you will play a key leadership role in delivering world-class training outcomes while leading instructors, managing training resources, and building strong customer relationships within a complex Defence environment. You will be responsible for ensuring training operations are delivered safely, effectively, and in accordance with customer requirements, contributing directly to the development of Australia's future Defence capability. Lead and coordinate instructors, training specialists and training resources to achieve successful training outcomes. Act as a key customer interface, building trusted relationships and supporting training operations activities. Manage training delivery, schedules, student progression and operational training requirements. Mentor, coach and provide subject matter expertise to instructors within my area of expertise. Drive continuous improvement of courseware, training materials and training devices. Support operational readiness by delivering instruction and maintaining training standards during periods of increased demand.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience within Defence, military, aviation, training, simulation or related operational environments.
• Experience leading teams, coordinating resources and managing training delivery activities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and customer relationship management skills.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant industry experience.
• Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the Royal Australian Navy or broader Defence environment.
• Trade, technical, electrical, electronic, marine, communications or engineering background.
• Experience leading instructors, training teams or operational personnel.
• Experience working within Defence training systems and learning frameworks.
• Familiarity with simulation-based training environments.
• Previous experience coaching, mentoring and developing others.

Location

Randwick, NSW – 5 days onsite required.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Australian defence and security
• Exciting career paths in a truly global business
• Access to a generous ADF Reserve Service Policy
• Wellness subsidy
• Generous Parental Leave
• Employee Share Scheme
• Fitness Passport
• Insurance Cover … and more!

Security requirements

As the Australian Department of Defence is a major client, you must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance to work in this role – please be mindful to obtain a clearance, one of the main requirements is you must be an Australian Citizen.

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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Welcome to CAE!

As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Safety across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.