AddressAbout MEGT
MEGT is an Australian not-for-profit business which has created great job outcomes for more than one million Australians since 1982
Our purpose is to inspire people and enable businesses and communities to create employment solutions that change lives for the better. People are the foundation of our business and the reason we do what we do. We know that investing in people is what grows our business and are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work.
MEGT is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and Child Safe Organisation. We have a culture that values safety, diversity, and inclusion and encourage all applicants, including minorities, genders, protected veterans, First Nations People and individuals with disability to find their ME with MEGT. You can read more about MEGT and our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace here https://www.megt.com.au/about-us
The MEGT Difference
At MEGT as a Great Place to Work, we understand the importance of work life balance and offer meaningful benefits to support you and your career at MEGT:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Fully maintained company car
- We offer 14 weeks paid parental leave and continued support through our partnership with Circle In
- Generous leave entitlements including 3 days paid close down leave over Christmas
- Opportunity to buy additional annual leave or cash out annual leave
- Access to salary packaging options
- Inclusive, supported and continuous growth development through study support
- Employee Assistance Program for staff and family members
- Retail and entertainment discounts across leading brands
- Pro-rata long service leave after seven years
The Opportunity
Find your ME at MEGT and join Australia’s single largest Apprenticeship Service Provider (ASP) as we expand and grow our footprint in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Western Australia (WA).
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a driven Field Operations Manager (FOM) to oversee a brand-new region and team, delivering the sales, marketing and stakeholder engagement activities while promoting MEGT as a quality Australian Apprenticeships Support Service (AASS) provider.
Based in Canberra, this dynamic role will also ensure the delivery of Assessment Services which ensures high quality pre-commencement advice for all newly commencing Apprentices, key client group re-commencing Apprentices and Employers requiring support with the overall aim of ensuing the success of the apprenticeship program.
Reporting to the QLD State Manager, this key management role will closely partner and collaborate with a variety of diverse customers including Group Training networks, employers, Government Departments, VET training providers and secondary schools to deliver a consistently high standard of performance to support to create employment solutions that change lives for the better.
About you
You will be a motivated, empowering, and positive leader with demonstrated management experience, a flair for business development and the ability to manage sales and service delivery face to face (F2F) including:
- Previous experience in, or an understanding of the VET sector
- Knowledge of Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and Group Training Organisation (GTO) processes and relevant issues in relation to VET system
- Comprehensive knowledge of DEWR and STA guidelines/procedures
- Proven management experience including driving and influencing a team to achieve performance, financial and contractual commitments
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and delivering strategic sales plans as well as presentations to medium to large prospective employers/RTOs
- Capability in implementing client retention strategies
- Commitment to providing high levels of customer service to clients
- Ability to meet and exceed KPIs and contractual requirements in a multi-dimensional environment and maximise fee for service
- Ability to acquire knowledge of new programs in a short time frame and manage staff to deliver results
- Well-developed planning skills with the ability to organise, prioritise and illustrate time management skills including capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High level analysis skills and the ability to develop and present reports for senior management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Relevant management qualification or industry experience desirable
- High level of skill with Microsoft products
- Current driver licence or ability to travel
MEGT is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include a National Police Check, State/Territory Working with Children Check, reference checks, verify your right to work in Australia and confirmation of qualifications.
How to Apply
We want to make finding your ME with MEGT accessible and inclusive.
If you are interested in this opportunity and want to have a career at a Great Place to Work, we encourage you to submit your application by clicking the apply button. If you would prefer to apply in another format or mode, or require any assistance, additional support, or have questions about this role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at ***********@megt.com.au or on 1300 634 863.
