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

As a member of the Executive Administration Team, the Executive Support Officer provides high-level executive support to the Executive Managers, ensuring efficient operations, strategic project support, and effective communication across internal and external stakeholders.

The position establishes and maintains positive working relationships with all employees within the organisation, Board members, stakeholders within other educational institutions, Office of TAFE Coordination and Delivery (OTCD), Victorian TAFE Association and members of the community.

As one of the first points of contact for the Executive Office, the position fulfils an important public relations and customer service function, providing a high level of customer service including up to date and relevant information on matters applicable to the Executive Team.

The must haves
Mandatory requirements

• A degree in business administration (or similar discipline) with relevant experience or lesser formal qualifications with substantial experience (5+ years) and expertise in an administrative or business environment may be considered
• Project Management and associated administration experience
• Employee Victorian Working with Children and satisfactory Police Check
• A current Driver’s License

Highly desirable requirements

• Previous experience in an Executive Assistant role
• Experience in the Vocational Education & Training (VET) Industry and/or educational environment

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:
Kathy Hall, Executive Manager – Education
☎ 0466 518 371
✉ [email protected]

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

Applications close: Sunday, 9 November 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+