Work Integration Program Specialist - Construction Centre of Excellence

TAFE NSW; Kingswood; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE NSW Kingswood campus is seeking a Work Integration Program Specialist to lead innovative work integration and alumni engagement initiatives within the Construction Centre of Excellence. You will collaborate with industry partners, employers and internal stakeholders to help students gain job-ready skills and transition into the workforce, with occasional regional travel and evenings as needed.

The role is temporary full-time until mid-2027 and requires strong relationship-building,

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the construction sector to inform program design, labour market and recruitment practices.
• Demonstrated advanced facilitation skills and experience engaging diverse audiences both in person and virtually.
• Ability to travel to perform work outside normal hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver innovative work integration and alumni engagement initiatives for the Construction Centre of Excellence.
• Collaborate with industry partners, employers and internal stakeholders to build strong industry partnerships.
• Help students build job-ready skills and transition into the workforce with regional travel opportunities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship building

Facilitation

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Work Integration Program Specialist - Construction Centre of Excellence

Work Integration Program Specialist – Construction Centre of Excellence

Location: Kingswood

Temporary Full Time until 30 June 2027

$131,911 – $142,056 salary package - includes base salary ($116,219 - $125,157), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

About the Centres of Excellence (CoE)

The TAFE NSW Centres of Excellence bring together the Construction Centre of Excellence, the Manufacturing Centres of Excellence, and the Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) Digital, a National Centre of Excellence, to support industry-led innovation, workforce development and skills excellence across priority sectors.

Through partnerships with industry, government, training providers and higher education institutions, the Centres develop and deliver industry-aligned education, applied research, and innovative workforce solutions that respond to current and emerging skills needs. Leveraging contemporary learning environments, advanced technologies and strong stakeholder networks, the Centres help build the capabilities required for the jobs of today and the future.

About the role

As a Work Integration Program Specialist you will support the Construction Centre of Excellence based at Kingswood campus on a temporary fulltime basis until 30 July 2027.

Working across a diverse network of industry partners, employers and internal stakeholders, you will develop and deliver innovative work integration and alumni engagement initiatives that help students build job-ready skills and successfully transition into the workforce. This is a highly collaborative and relationship-focused role where your energy, creativity and passion for supporting others will help grow strong industry partnerships, foster vibrant student communities and deliver positive employment outcomes. There may also be opportunities to travel regionally to strengthen industry connections, support customers and engage with our valued alumni network.

The successful candidate must have the willingness and ability to work some evenings and occasional Saturdays within your 35-hour week to play a key role in attending industry events and delivery.

About you

You are a proactive and relationship-driven professional who thrives on connecting people with opportunities. Bringing enthusiasm, initiative and a customer-focused mindset, you enjoy engaging with students, graduates, employers and industry partners to create positive outcomes. You have strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, are confident facilitating discussions with diverse audiences and can build trusted partnerships that deliver lasting value. Adaptable and innovative, you are comfortable analysing trends, identifying opportunities and developing practical solutions in a dynamic environment. Most importantly, you are passionate about helping students achieve their career goals and making a genuine difference in their journey from education to employment.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Degree in relevant discipline OR equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the construction sector to inform program design, the labour market, current recruitment practices, and challenges facing graduates.
Demonstrated advanced facilitation skills and experience in actively engaging a wide range of audiences both in person and virtually.
• Ability to travel to perform work outside normal working hours where required.

Highly Regarded:

• Experience engaging alumni and building communities that support ongoing career development, mentoring and employment opportunities.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:Contact Ravinder Mansfield, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email: ***************@tafensw.edu.auor phone: [phone]***.

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.