• Full-time 38 hours per week, On-going position
• Warrnambool, Portland or Sherwood Park Campus
• $82,086 per annum, plus superannuation

The role of Operations Administrator will support the Teaching Education Managers (TEMs) and the Division with a high level of operational administration to support the operational centres of the Division. The position includes coordinating the workflow from student enrolments to outcome of training. Coordinating and monitoring a range of high-level administrative tasks associated with the compliance and delivery of funded and commercial teaching programs and teaching resources required for delivery, and support the induction of new teachers and new administrators.

To be effective, the Operations Administrator must have a sound understanding of operations of the relevant teaching departments specifically and the Division generally, and must establish a good rapport with all members of the division. A client and customer service focus is pivotal to the role. The position liaises with teaching and non-teaching staff from other divisions, teaching centres and departments to fulfil the requirements of the position.

The must haves
Mandatory requirements

• Relevant degree or relevant post graduate qualification (in Business, Compliance or Vocational Education etc.) or like and experience; or lesser formal qualifications with substantial experience and management expertise in technical or Administrative fields; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 orTAE40122) or a willingness to undertake plus relevant business/industry experience.
• A current Drivers Licence.
• Employee Victorian Working with Children and satisfactory Police Check.

Highly desirable requirements

• Extensive experience in dealing with clients with career needs (preferably in an educational setting).
• Experience in Vocational Education & Training (VET) Industry.
• Experience in the provision of high-quality Assessment Project support.

About us
SWTAFE is the leading vocational education provider in South West Victoria.
We offer a diverse range of courses across various industry sectors, spanning from healthcare and business, to trades, technology, arts and agriculture and more.

We are committed to ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to navigate the challenges of the dynamic job market of today, and are equipped with the skills build a successful future career.

As a place to work, we strive for a supportive, diverse workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in 2023 SWTAFE was ranked #1 in the Victorian TAFE sector for staff satisfaction.

What we can offer you

• Priority applications to a Warrnambool council-run day care facility
• Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities
• Employee recognition program
• Continuous opportunities for tailored learning and development
• Accessible Employee Assistance Program including an easy to navigate app

Any Questions? Please contact:
Ed Roache, Head of Industry, Land and Engineering
☎ 0428 078 586
✉ [email protected]

A full position description is available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage.

Applications close: Sunday, 20 July 2025

Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.

How to apply
If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the role, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter, which addresses the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Don’t forget that you can utilise the SEEK website for great advice and resources, from resume writing through to interview tips.

For local support in the South West with job readiness skills (from resume writing to interview tips), please contact the South West Skills and Jobs Centre.
http://www.swskillsandjobscentre.com.au/
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03 5564 8515

If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application, please contact South West TAFE's Recruitment Team on 03 5564 8711 or by emailing [email protected]

South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment and embraces all forms of diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from people with a variety of attributes, including but not limited to:

• A person with a disability
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Culturally and linguistically diverse
• LGBTIQA+