* Lead and mentor a dynamic team supporting the Australian Defence Force!
* Shape future Defence driver training programs while ensuring high standards.
* Make a meaningful impact at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville, and beyond!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Lead a dynamic team supporting the Australian Defence Force! Mentor talent, enhance skills, and foster key relationships with Wodonga TAFE and Defence Troop Command.
The Team Leader is based at Lavarack Barracks – Townsville. The position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team of civilian driver trainers, supporting Army driver training and assessments. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring participants meet Defence standards and timelines. Working under the guidance of the Manager Driver Machinery & Plant Training, you'll help shape the future of Defence driver training programs. Join us and make a meaningful impact in this vital area!
Selected Duties:
* Oversee daily trainer operations, including staff induction, training, and compliance with health and safety policies.
* Collaborate with relevant leaders on performance reviews and develop personalised training plans for each trainer.
* Ensure training programs meet Defence and AQF standards while maintaining professional delivery and accurate documentation.
* Forecast and book resources and facilities, ensuring cost-effective training delivery and optimal trainer-to-student ratios.
ABOUT YOU
Skills & Experience
* Holds a valid Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, with a minimum of five years training and assessment experience in the transport industry or otherwise enrolled in or willing to complete Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and progressing towards achievement within 18 Months.
* Holds a current Australian Heavy Combination licence for a minimum of 12 months.
* Previous experience in supervising others.
* Must be an Australian Citizen to be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.
* Must be able to undertake a pre-employment medical, based on the inherent requirements of the position as outlined in the Critical Physical Factors document.
Your values align to ours - Integrity + Respect, Community + Collaboration and Creativity + Innovation.
ABOUT US
Wodonga TAFE provides quality education and training across Australia. With over 700 employees, we are a growing and respected registered training organisation.
* Outstanding company culture
* Health and Wellbeing Program: Flu vaccinations, Fitness Passport
* Social Club, Discounted movie tickets
* Discounted IT products
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 annual Child Safe Training and maintain a Working with Children Check and Nationally Criminally Coordinated History Check (NCCHC).
APPLY NOW
If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Michael Heath, Manager Driver Machinery Plant Training, for a confidential conversation at 0467 965 693 or mheath@wodongatafe.edu.au. For more information and to apply, visit the Careers page on the Wodonga TAFE website.
Applications close:
Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 25 January 2026
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.
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