Trainer and Assessor - Carpentry and Construction Courses

New England College GC; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

New England College GC on the Gold Coast is seeking a motivated Trainer and Assessor to deliver CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry, combining classroom teaching with hands-on workshop delivery.

You will assess student competency, maintain accurate records, and contribute to training resources to keep learning aligned with current industry practices. Experience with CRICOS and international students is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications and carpentry experience relevant to CPC30220.
• Excellent communication and ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• TAE or equivalent credential for delivering training and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver CPC30220 in classroom and workshop settings.
• Assess student competency and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain attendance, assessment and progress records.
• Update and contribute to training resources to reflect industry practices.
• Support international students and ensure compliance with ESOS requirements.

Skills

Trade knowledge

Communication

Student support

Digital learning platforms

Education

Cert III Carpentry

Cert IV in Training and Assessment

Tools

Student management systems

Digital learning tools

Job description

Trainer and Assessor - Carpentry and Construction Courses

New England College GC - Surfers Paradise QLD

Why work at New England College Gold Coast?

Put your trade experience to meaningful use in a role where you can share your knowledge, develop future tradespeople and stay connected to the industry.

Make a difference: Help students build practical skills, confidence and pride in the quality of their work.

Enjoy variety: Combine classroom teaching with practical demonstrations, workshop activities and individual student support.

Contribute your expertise: Have input into training resources and improvements that keep learning practical and relevant to industry.

Work collaboratively: Work alongside academic and campus colleagues to support student progress and achievement.

Build your training career on the Gold Coast: Apply your carpentry knowledge in an education role while continuing to develop your teaching and assessment skills.

About the role

New England College Gold Coast is seeking a motivated and suitably qualified Trainer and Assessor to deliver CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry.

This role suits an experienced carpenter who enjoys sharing their knowledge, demonstrating practical skills and helping students develop the confidence and capability needed for the construction industry.

You will deliver engaging classroom and practical training, assess student competency and support learners throughout their course. Working with our academic and campus teams, you will help ensure training reflects current industry practices and prepares students for the workplace.

Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering structured, engaging training in accordance with the College's training and assessment strategy, timetables and training package requirements.

Demonstrating carpentry techniques and supervising practical activities, including safe use of tools, equipment and materials.

Conducting fair and consistent assessments, collecting sufficient evidence of competency and providing clear, timely feedback.

Maintaining accurate and current attendance, assessment and student progress records.

Identifying students who need additional assistance and working with relevant staff to provide appropriate support.

Maintaining a safe, organised practical learning environment and modelling professional conduct, safe work practices and responsible waste disposal.

Participating in assessment validation, resource reviews and continuous improvement activities.

Maintaining industry currency and undertaking professional development in vocational training and assessment.

About you

You will bring practical trade knowledge, clear communication skills and an interest in helping students succeed. We are looking for someone who is approachable, patient and reliable, takes pride in their work and can turn technical knowledge into clear, practical learning experiences.

Essential requirements include:

A Certificate III in Carpentry or an equivalent relevant trade qualification, with demonstrated vocational competencies relevant to, and at least to the level of, the units delivered and assessed.

A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - TAE40122, TAE40116 or TAE40110 - or another credential accepted for delivering training and assessment without direction under the current Credential Policy.

Relevant carpentry industry experience and evidence of current industry skills and knowledge.

Sound knowledge of construction workplace health and safety requirements.

The ability to explain technical concepts clearly and support students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and confidence using digital learning and student management systems.

An understanding of the Standards for RTOs 2025 and their application to training and assessment.

Australian working rights appropriate to the position.

Previous experience delivering and assessing CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry.

Experience teaching international students in a CRICOS-registered college.

Understanding of the ESOS Framework and responsibilities when supporting international students.

Experience contributing to assessment validation and contextualising training resources.

Bring your trade experience into the classroom and help students build their future in carpentry.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

New England College Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.