Apprenticeship Field Officer

Who We Are…

The Apprenticeship Community is a national collective of Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) providers, with over 40 years of experience in connecting employers and apprentices. We offer advice and tailored support for apprentices, trainees, and businesses to support successful careers and skilled, productive workplaces.

CoAct is a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering everyday Australians through essential employment services and community activation programs. Our team shares a common passion for making a positive impact and giving back to society.

Job Description

Purpose

As the Apprenticeship Field Officer – Kalgoorlie, you will have full control of your region with a focus on delivering/exceeding on your assigned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). This includes:

• Demonstrating an understanding and interest in apprenticeship and traineeship contracts and how these opportunities benefit our local employers and economy (Training to be provided re: apprenticeship and traineeship contracts)
• Overseeing the sign-up process between employer, registered training organisations and our apprentices/trainees
• Identifying and capitalising on apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities

This role includes a vehicle, allowing you to attend sites to build and deliver on apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities. Being on-the-road will allow you to present and represent at various forums, along with the ability to manage your day-to-day operations with a primary focus on meeting/exceeding your KPI’s.

You will have ownership of your role, but with support and guidance from your Apprenticeship Field Officer (AFO) Manager & wider AFO team scattered across Western Australia.

Desired Skills and Experience

A little about you…

• Sound experience delivering in a sales environment
• A valid and open Australian Driver's Licence
• Ability to work to/exceed KPIs
• An interest in mentoring our youth into sustainable employment
• Strong emotional intelligence and resilience
• A genuine desire to make a difference in someone's life through employment
• An understanding of how diversity and inclusion initiatives can be applied in the workplace

Desirable: previous experience in apprenticeships or within a training, VET, employment or recruitment setting

What can we offer you?

• Full-time contract until June 30, 2024
• Tools of Trade: training, vehicle, laptop, and phone
• Competitive Salary Package
• Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2021

Your Next Steps

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity with CoAct. To apply, we kindly request that you submit your resume and cover letter via the "Apply Now" button. In your application, please outline why you believe you are suitable for the role. We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction and happiness in your work, so please feel free to discuss your needs and priorities with us.

At CoAct, we value diversity and inclusivity, and we welcome applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to succeed, and we will consider all qualified applicants regardless of their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact our Recruitment Specialist, Suelen, at recruitment@coact.org.au

All successful applicants will be required to complete criminal history verification and may be required to undergo a working with children check.