Defence Program Manager

Programmed Skilled Workforce specialise in the employment of Apprentices and Trainees with our clients and the design and delivery of nationally accredited training. As a leading provider of staffing and training services, Programmed employ more than 1,500 apprentices and trainees each year in various industries.

Our Group Training Organisation (GTO) is currently seeking a Training Manager specifically working with Defence Team to manage our Defence Industries programs in WA and potentially SA. This role will suit an individual who is a well organised people-person, self-starter who is passionate about providing quality training and mentoring of trainees. As a Training Manager, your role will include:

• Building and maintaining relationships with key client stakeholders, Host companies, training providers and TAFE training services.
• Business Development – working to bring on new hosts and clients in the Defence Industries
• Monitoring and supporting the Defence Training Coordinators
• Marketing and promotion of the work we do in the Defence Industry
• Working with Training Providers to ensure programs are meeting client expectations
• Supporting coordinators with apprentice and trainee management and disciplinary counselling
• Ongoing Recruitment and Induction of new apprentices and trainees
• Occupational Health and Safety management of Trainees and Apprentices within the workplace
• Completion of Workplace Risk Assessments
• Reviewing Defence Budgets and managing within the this.
• Compliance to Client Contractual Requirements and achievement of KPI’s
• Growing the Programmed Training Services business in the Defence industry

• Demonstrate an understanding of safety and a commitment to upholding safety standards
• Experience in GTO sector or training industry experience is favorable
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Pro-active approach to finding solutions
• Dynamic team player and contributor
• Ability to build and develop strong relationships with various stakeholders at different levels
• A positive outlook
• Drive and Self-Motivation
• Enthusiasm
• Knowledge of Defence industries is beneficial

Ability to travel is a mandatory requirement of the role. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a team with a desired commitment to provide quality training and employment to new and existing employees. This role comes with an attractive salary of and a car allowance.

To find out more and apply, visit jobs.programmed.com.au

• Lead a growing and experienced team
• Access to range of benefits
• Long term career potential
• Paid parental leave and great discounts with selected retailers
• An Employee Assistance Program, which incorporates a tailored wellbeing initiative

Programmed and PERSOLKELLY supports a workplace culture of zero harm and encourages this in all that we do.

Programmed and PERSOLKELLY strives for diversity, inclusion and equality of our people. We seek a workforce that is representative of the communities we work in. We encourage people of all cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation or abilities to apply.

To learn more about working with Programmed and PERSOLKELLY, we encourage you to visit our website.