Training And Competency Development Specialist

Atco; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice options

Referral Program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Corporate discounts (health insurance,

Job summary

ATCO, a Registered Training Organisation delivering safety-focused training for Western Australia's gas network, seeks a Training & Competency Development Specialist.

You will design technical training programs, field-based assessments and learner resources, leveraging adult learning principles to verify competency and support workforce development. You’ll partner with SMEs and operations to deliver practical outcomes in the field.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience designing and developing technical training programs and competency-based assessments.
• Strong instructional design capability for face-to-face and online learning.
• Experience within an RTO or utilities/safety-focused industries is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop technical training programs, field-based assessments and competency-based tools.
• Create engaging learning solutions and learner resources such as guides and infographics.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and operations to translate complex information into practical content.
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methods to deliver high-quality learning projects.
• Support ATCO's Learning Management System and promote best practice in training and assessment.

Skills

Instructional design

Technical training

LMS proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Adult learning principles

Education

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Tools

Articulate 360

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Design learning that builds capability, verifies competency and supports the safe operation of Western Australia's gas network.

At ATCO, safety and capability go hand in hand. As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), we develop nationally recognised training and assessment programs that support our operational workforce, contractor partners and industry clients.

We're seeking an experienced Training & Competency Development Specialist to design and develop technical training programs, field-based assessments and engaging learning solutions that support regulatory compliance and the safe, effective operation of our gas distribution network. Working closely with subject matter experts and operational teams, you'll create learning experiences that verify competency, support workforce development and deliver practical outcomes in the field.

What you'll be responsible for

• Design and develop technical training programs, field-based assessments and competency-based assessment tools.
• Create engaging face-to-face and online learning solutions, along with supporting learner resources including job aids, guides and infographics.
• Partner with subject matter experts and operational teams to translate technical information into practical, learner-focused content.
• Apply adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies and Human Factors considerations to develop high-quality learning solutions and lead e-learning projects.
• Support and enhance ATCO's Learning Management System while promoting best practice in training and assessment development across the business.

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrated experience designing and developing technical training programs, competency-based assessments and learner resources.
• Strong instructional design capability, with experience creating face-to-face and online learning solutions.
• Proficiency in learning technologies and design tools, including Articulate 360, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information and work effectively with subject matter experts and operational teams.
• Well-developed problem-solving, organisational and time management skills, underpinned by a sound understanding of adult learning principles, assessment design and learning development best practice.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent) and/or demonstrated experience in training delivery and assessment.
• Demonstrated experience developing technical training programs, competency-based assessments and learning resources.

Desirable

• Experience delivering training and assessment within a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
• Experience within utilities, energy, civil construction, infrastructure or other safety-focused industries.

What We Offer

• Salary Sacrifice options
• Referral Program
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Access to corporate discounts, including health insurance, banking and fitness clubs.
• Access to ATCO's Employee Assistance Program

ATCO fosters an inclusive workplace culture where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds.