Field Officer (Perth Metro South)

We are looking for a motivated Apprentice Employment Field Officer to join our team.In this full-time role, you’ll support and mentor apprentices throughout their training journey while building and maintaining strong relationships with host employers across the industry.
You’ll play a key role in creating successful apprenticeship outcomes by ensuring safe, meaningful, and compliant workplace placements.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport apprentices to successfully complete their apprenticeshipWork with and support assigned apprentices to successfully complete their apprenticeshipImplement initiatives and activities that promote the engagement, retention, and overall satisfaction of apprentices throughout their training periodProvide mentoring, pastoral care and support to apprentices, addressing any concerns or issues that may arise during their apprenticeship
Identify and recruit new host employers to create employment opportunities and strong partnerships for apprenticesUndertake and support business development activities and promotions to promote the services of apprenticeship employment and to identify new host employment opportunities for apprenticesLeverage existing host employer relationships to identify employment opportunities for apprenticesManage host employer relationships to ensure strong partnerships and effective collaboration
Ensure that the health and safety of apprentices are not put at risk from work carried out in the workplaceActively consult with apprentices on safety issues in the workplaceCoordinate, educate and liaise with host employers to ensure a safe place of work for apprenticesAction safety reports and carry out workplace inspections & investigations as required
Meet compliance, record keeping and other administrative requirementsEnsure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to apprenticeship programsEnsure that comprehensive written records of meetings, interviews, progress reports and other records concerning host employers and apprentices are created
Essential CriteriaTo be successful in this role, you’ll need:A current ‘c’ class driver’s licenceAbility to obtain a Working with Children CheckSound knowledge of the vocational education and training (VET) sector, particularly in relation to apprenticeships and group trainingStrong interpersonal and communication skillsStrong mentoring, nurturing and support skillsAn understanding of WHS and HR principlesOrganisational skills and the ability to prioritise multiple tasksCompetence using Microsoft Office and apprentice management systems
DesirablePrior experience within an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network or other related vocational education and training (VET) organisationAutomotive trade qualificationTerritory management and support roles
Ready for a new challenge?!If you're passionate about supporting young people in building successful careers and you're a strong communicator who can connect with a diverse range of stakeholders, we want to hear from you!