Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.

The Opportunity:

• Full-Time | Fixed-Term contract of employment until 31 December 2026.
• EM1 $125,131 per annum pro rata + 12% super + leave loading.
• Drummond Street Campus – onsite parking with close proximity to public transport.

At Holmesglen’s Centre for Energy and Infrastructure, we’re powering Australia’s future workforce through cutting-edge training in the Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) and major infrastructure projects like tunnelling. Now under refreshed leadership, our Safety and Industrial Skills department is driving innovation in civil construction, traffic management, and specialist safety training—covering everything from plant and equipment operations to high-risk licences such as confined space, working at heights, dogging, rigging, and crane operations. Designed with industry, our programs equip students with the critical skills to keep infrastructure strong, safe, and future-ready.

The Education Manager leads the Safety and Industrial skills programs at Holmesglen Institute, providing educational leadership, ensuring compliance with training and safety standards, driving strategic and operational objectives, and fostering strong industry partnerships to enhance program delivery aligned with sector needs.

In this position, you will play a key role in building and strengthening industry partnerships, keeping programs relevant to evolving sector needs, and contributing to Holmesglen’s reputation for innovation and excellence in vocational education.

As an Education Manager, you will:

• Lead the design, development and delivery of high-quality, industry-relevant programs.
• Supervise and support teaching and administrative staff to achieve educational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with ASQA, funding and Holmesglen quality assurance standards.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with industry to enhance program outcomes.
• Oversee curriculum development, validation, and continuous improvement processes.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teaching teams and educational operations.
• Comprehensive understanding of VET sector standards, compliance, and quality frameworks.
• Proven experience in curriculum design, program delivery and industry engagement.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and digital literacy skills.
• Relevant vocational or tertiary qualification, plus an AQF5/6 in adult or vocational education, or a secondary teaching qualification with one of the skillsets: TAESS00011, TAESS00019 or TAESS00024.
• WWCC and Police Check: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining an ‘employee’ Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.

Our commitment to you:

At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter with responses to the Key Selection Criteria. We commit to respond to every applicant.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ronnie Danes Associate Director, Centre for Energy and Infrastructure at [email protected]

For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.

Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Thursday 23rd October 2025.

If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contact the People Experience Department at [email protected] or on 03 9564 1530 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.