Full Time, Fixed Term (April 2026)

$95,894 - $108,879 Per Year Plus Super

• Be Part of Something Bigger: Shape the future of ADF training and administration.
• A Collaborative Environment: Work with a diverse, passionate team making a difference.
• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a supportive work environment and work-life balance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a highly motivated, experienced leader with a passion for making a difference? Do you have a flair for managing complex contracts, ensuring seamless administration, and driving continuous improvement?

As the Manager Training Operations, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Wodonga TAFE Joint Technical Trades Training Services (JTTTS) contract. This key position will have you at the forefront of leading and managing the administrative support service to the contract regarding delivery of the programs, student administration, JTTTS Administration Portal and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Skills Portal.

You’ll lead a national team of administration professionals to deliver an efficient, high-quality, and responsive service. In doing so, you’ll play a critical role in scheduling upwards of 250+ courses annually across 12 different subcontractors located across Australia and ensure that resources are allocated and reported correctly. You’ll be responsible for ensuring Wodonga TAFE complies with the complex JTTTS Contract requirements associated with student and training administration, and operational service delivery of the JTTTS contract, whilst continually improving processes to support the Australian Defence Force (ADF) training programs.

Selected Duties:

• Provide expert guidance to key stakeholders, including subcontractor delivery partners and key members of the ADF on training and contract administration to maintain consistency across the JTTTS contract.
• Lead the national JTTTS administration teams to ensure efficient service delivery, with a focus on meeting objectives and contract deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline administrative services for Defence contracts.
• Ensure accurate and timely contract reporting to Defence to ensure seamless operations and contract compliance.
• Lead the student data analytics and Training Delivery Schedule, ensuring the effective execution of critical contract elements essential to the successful delivery of the JTTTS contract.
• Advise on and implement best practices in training and administration processes, contributing to the ongoing success of Wodonga TAFE and its Defence-related programs.

ABOUT YOU

Skills & Experience

Your values align to ours - Integrity + Respect, Community + Collaboration and Creativity + Innovation.

• Essential: A Bachelor’s qualification in Business Administration/Management or equivalent experience in a similar role with significant management expertise.
• Essential: Proven experience in contract management.
• Essential: A demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex administrative functions, ensuring alignment with policy, procedures, and legislation.
• Essential: Must be an Australian Citizen to be able to gain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance

ABOUT US

Wodonga TAFE provides quality education and training across Australia. With over 700 employees, we are a growing and respected registered training organisation.

Staff Benefits

• Exceptional Career Growth with a supportive, thriving company culture that fosters long-term development.
• Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities, including access to LinkedIn Learning and comprehensive Digital Skills Training programs.
• Generous Leave Options such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave, Reward Time off, and paid Parental Leave.
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits, including free flu vaccinations, Fitness Passport, and discounts on health insurance.
• Social Club and Exclusive Perks including discounted movie tickets and other fun social activities.
• Inclusive Workplace Culture with on-campus events that celebrate diversity, team achievements, and employee milestones.
• Support Student Learning with exclusive discounts on coffee, restaurant days, massage, and hair services.
• Discounted Childcare at the Kids on Campus Early Learning Centre, making it easier to balance work and family life.

Visit our website for more information about employee benefits and services.

Child Safety Commitment

Central to our values, Wodonga TAFE 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.

APPLY NOW

If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Eliza Hyde, Manager Training Operations, for a confidential conversation at 02 6054 3773 or [email protected]. For more information and to apply, visit the Careers page on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 23rd March 2025.

At Wodonga TAFE we are genuine about increasing the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our staff, students, and the broader Wodonga TAFE community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.