Driver Instructor Townsville

Full Time, Fixed Term (12 months) with potential for ongoing employment

Location: Townsville, Lavarack Barracks QLD

Salary: $82,109 - $86,821 per annum plus superannuation (PACCT Level 5.1-5.3, Victorian TAFE PACCT Staff Agreement 2025). 

• Turn your heavy vehicle experience into a rewarding training career

• Train Army personnel on specialised military vehicles at Lavarack Barracks

• Enjoy varied work, flexible rostering, ADOs and great employee benefits 

About Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE)

At Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE), we're building one connected organisation while continuing to deliver high-quality training and skills through the trusted GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE brands.

NVITAFE operates across 11 campuses in Northern Victoria, and across a further 12 sites nationally to deliver training to the Australian Defence Force.

As one of Victoria's largest regional TAFEs, with more than 1,000 employees and in excess of 14,000 students, we're investing in our people, our capability, and the future of vocational education.

Every day, our people contribute to helping learners gain the skills, confidence and opportunities to transform their lives.

About the role

Deliver professional training for Army personnel on military vehicles, focusing on safety and efficiency. Be part of a leading team in driver excellence.  

Based at Lavarack Barracks in Townsville, you'll join Wodonga TAFE's Defence Driver Training team, delivering engaging classroom and practical instruction to Army personnel operating Mercedes-Benz G Wagons, MAN 40M, HX77 vehicles and associated trailers. You'll also have opportunities to develop your capability across additional military vehicle platforms.  

Working within an experienced and supportive team, you'll assess driver competency, coach learners to achieve Defence standards and help deliver nationally recognised driver training that emphasises safety, operational excellence and professionalism. As part of one of Australia's leading providers of Defence driver training, you'll contribute to programs that have a significant national and international impact.  

Training and assessment are delivered in accordance with Defence requirements, the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and Wodonga TAFE's commitment to continuous improvement, quality and professional standards.  

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team at an exciting time in the evolution of NVITAFE.

Selected Duties:  

• Deliver high-quality classroom and practical driver training to Defence personnel in accordance with approved Defence, Industry and Wodonga TAFE standards and frameworks.  

• Conduct on-road and off-road driver assessments, providing constructive feedback and coaching to develop safe, competent and confident drivers.  

• Promote a strong safety culture by complying with WHS requirements, applying appropriate PPE, and actively contributing to risk management and incident prevention.  

• Identify learner and program improvement opportunities, contributing to the ongoing development of training resources, delivery methods and assessment practices.  

• Adapt training approaches to suit diverse learning needs while maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism and operational effectiveness.  

• Build positive relationships with learners, colleagues and Defence stakeholders through clear communication, collaboration and professionalism.  

• Maintain regulatory fitness to drive and ensure all training and assessment activities meet legislative and organisational compliance requirements.  

• Represent Wodonga TAFE with integrity, professionalism and accountability while contributing to a positive, high-performing team culture.  

Physical Requirements:  

The role requires the ability to:  

• Stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.  

• Repeatedly enter and exit heavy vehicles.  

• Operate tools and equipment associated with heavy vehicle  training.  

About you

You will bring:

Essential:

• Commitment to completing TAEASS412, TLIM0011 and other requirements of the Assistant Driving Instructors course within work time.

• Must be an Australian Citizen to be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security  Clearance.

• Must be able to undertake a pre-employment medical. 

• QLD Driver’s Licence with minimum HR endorsement with 12 months HR driving experience.

• Willing to obtain a Heavy Combination Licence within a timeframe stipulated on contract acceptance. 

Desirable:

• Transport industry training experience.  

• Heavy Combination licence. 

We recognise that applicants may not meet every criterion listed in a Position Description. If you believe you have the capability to succeed in the role and can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we encourage you to apply.

What you'll need

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

• A current National Police Check (issued within 30 days of commencement)

• A current Employee Working with Children Check (or evidence of application)

• A current driver's licence where required.

• Must be able to undertake a pre-employment medical.

• Must be an Australian Citizen to be able to gain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.

Why join us?

Working at NVITAFE means being part of an organisation committed to making a positive difference in our communities.

We offer:

• a supportive and collaborative workplace culture

• professional learning and development opportunities

• meaningful work that supports students, industry and our communities

• the opportunity to help shape the future of one of Victoria's largest regional TAFEs.

We support flexible work arrangements and, where operationally appropriate, may offer options such as flexible start and finish times, hybrid work, part-time arrangements, job sharing or other flexible work options.

An inclusive employer

NVITAFE is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+ people, Veterans, and people of all ages, genders and identities.

Child Safety Commitment  

Central to our values, NVITAFE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of young people, with Child Safety Officers on-site and Child Safety Policies. All staff must complete Child Safe Training and obtain a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. 

How to apply

To download the Position Description or submit your application, please visit the NVITAFE Careers website: https://www.nvitafe.edu.au/careers

If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Kenneth Lynn, Team Leader Townsville for a confidential conversation at 02 6042 2*** or *****@wodongatafe.edu.au.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact ***********@nvitafe.edu.au and we will work with you to provide appropriate support.

Applications close: 11.59pm Sunday 13 September 2026.

Interviews may be conducted prior to application closing date and the position may be filled if a successful candidate is identified.