Trainer and Assessor

Driver Risk Management (DRM); Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Risk Management (DRM) in Perth's Greater Area is seeking a full-time Trainer and Assessor to design, deliver and evaluate driver safety training programs, both accredited and non-accredited. The role focuses on risk management, compliance, and building a strong safety culture.

You will create materials, run classroom and practical sessions, perform competency-based assessments, maintain records, and liaise with corporate clients to tailor training to diverse learner needs.

Qualifications

• Qualified Trainer and Assessor with Vocational Education experience.
• Experience delivering training in transport/logistics or driver safety preferred.
• Strong knowledge of road safety principles and regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess accredited and non-accredited training programs.
• Prepare training materials and facilitate classroom and practical sessions.
• Conduct competency-based assessments and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate training records and ensure RTO compliance.
• Liaise with corporate clients and support diverse learner needs.

Skills

Adult learning

Competency-based assess.

Classroom delivery

Communication skills

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)

Tools

LMS platforms

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Driver Risk Management (DRM) is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 45699) based in Malaga, Western Australia, dedicated to improving safety across the road transport industry.

Guided by the mission of achieving safer roads, vehicles, speeds, and drivers, DRM supports Australian corporations and individuals in understanding and managing their road safety risk profiles. The organisation offers a range of training programs, products, and services aligned with current and emerging transport safety requirements.

Established in 2019, DRM is backed by a team with more than 100 years of combined national and international experience in transport and logistics. More information about DRM’s services and programs is available at www.driverrisk.com.au.

Role Description

The Trainer and Assessor role is a full-time, on-site position located in the Greater Perth Area. The role involves planning, delivering, and assessing accredited and non-accredited training programs focused on driver safety, compliance, and risk management.

Day-to-day tasks include preparing training materials, facilitating classroom and practical sessions, conducting competency-based assessments, and providing constructive feedback to participants.

The Trainer and Assessor will maintain accurate training records, ensure compliance with RTO standards and regulatory requirements, and contribute to continuous improvement of course content. The role also includes liaising with corporate clients, supporting participants with diverse learning needs, and promoting a strong safety culture within the road transport industry.

Qualifications

• Recognition as a qualified Trainer and Assessor, ideally holding Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or equivalent.
• Experience delivering vocational education and training, preferably within transport, logistics, or driver safety environments.
• Strong understanding of road safety principles, risk management, and relevant transport legislation and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to engage adult learners in both classroom and practical settings.
• Ability to conduct fair and consistent competency-based assessments and maintain detailed, compliant training records.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple courses, cohorts, and client requirements.
• Proficiency with basic digital tools for training delivery, record keeping, and reporting (e.g., LMS platforms, MS Office).
• Current driver’s licence and a safe driving record; experience as a professional driver or in transport operations is an advantage.
• Commitment to learner support, inclusive training practices, and ongoing professional development in training and road safety.