Training & Education Coordinator

Surf Life Saving NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Paid day off during Christmas

Time off in lieu

Learning and development opportunities

On-site parking

Fitness Passport discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive culture

Salary packaging benefits

Modern staff facilities

Job summary

Surf Life Saving NSW is seeking an energetic Training & Education Coordinator to support clubs across NSW. Based at SLSNSW Headquarters and reporting to the Club Services Manager, you will coordinate education initiatives, deliver training, and build strong stakeholder relationships to enhance club development.

You will research needs, analyse data, and monitor initiatives while staying current with VET sector changes. Flexible/remote options and a 12-month contract are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating or facilitating education projects within set timeframes.
• Knowledge of the Australian Vocational Education and Training quality sector.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Strong problem-solving and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clubs, staff and volunteers to identify training needs and support requirements.
• Coordinate education projects, courses and initiatives within agreed timeframes.
• Deliver online and in-person training and support when required.
• Develop communications, guidance materials and professional reports for stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate initiatives and report progress to stakeholders.
• Keep up to date with changes in the VET sector affecting training and assessment.
• Build relationships with clubs, branches, volunteers, trainers, assessors and RTO/VET stakeholders.
• Represent Surf Life Saving NSW at meetings and maintain professional conduct.

Skills

Communication

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Research and reporting

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Surf Life Saving NSW is seeking an energetic and adaptable professional with strong communication and project coordination skills to support clubs across the state.

As the Training & Education Coordinator, you will help strengthen the capability of Surf Life Saving clubs across NSW. Based at SLSNSW Headquarters and reporting to the Club Services Manager, you will build strong relationships with priority clubs, identify current and emerging training needs and coordinate education initiatives that support sustainable club development.

Consult with clubs, staff and volunteer teams to identify capability gaps and training support requirements.

Research and analyse information and data to inform capability-building strategies.

Coordinate education projects, courses and initiatives within agreed timeframes.

Coordinate and, where required, deliver online and face-to-face training and support.

Help clubs, trainers and assessors follow relevant training policies, processes and resource requirements.

Monitor and evaluate initiatives, report on progress and recommend improvements based on stakeholder feedback.

Keep up to date with changes in the VET sector that affect training and assessment within SLSNSW.

Develop clear communications, guidance materials and professional reports for stakeholders.

Build collaborative relationships with clubs, branches, volunteers, trainers, assessors and RTO/VET stakeholders.

Attend relevant branch and SLSNSW meetings and represent the organisation professionally.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Demonstrated experience coordinating or facilitating education projects and courses within specified timeframes.

Current knowledge of the Australian Vocational Education and Training quality sector.

A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

Strong problem-solving skills and a positive, solutions-focused approach.

The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Excellent attention to detail and a structured approach to project delivery.

The ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of volunteers and other stakeholders.

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

The ability to analyse information and data and present professional reports and results.

Knowledge and understanding of quality management practices.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

A flexible approach to work, including availability for occasional weekend work.

Experience supporting and training people across a range of Surf Life Saving awards would be highly regarded.

What's in it for you?

• Flexible and remote working options.
• An additional paid day off over the Christmas period.
• Time off in lieu for additional hours worked.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• On-site parking.
• Access to Fitness Passport discounts.
• An Employee Assistance Program supporting your health and wellbeing.
• A positive, driven and supportive organisational culture.
• Salary packaging benefits to help increase your take-home pay.
• Modern, bright facilities with excellent staff amenities.

Location

This position is primarily based at SLSNSW Headquarters in Belrose.

Position

Full-time, 12-month contract.

About SLSNSW

Surf Life Saving NSW is the state's primary water safety and rescue organisation and one of the largest volunteer movements in the country. We support more than 83,000 members across 129 clubs to serve the community through beach patrol services, coastal emergency response, training and education, sport and junior development.

Surf Life Saving NSW is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our people.

Please note that only suitably experienced applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in working with Surf Life Saving NSW.