* Develop strong relations with external professional, industrial and government organisations
* Collaborative, innovative and supportive work environment
* The position is located at our Sunshine Campus
About Us
At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan : Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers, "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.
About the Role
The overall purpose of the Apprenticeship / Traineeship Support Officer is to provide administrative support to the day-to-day operations of the Apprenticeship / Traineeship Support Unit. The incumbent will perform a range of administrative tasks to ensure an effective and efficient service is provided to apprentices, trainees, teaching departments, employers and other relevant external stakeholders.
Location: Sunshine Campus, Sunshine
Contract type: Continuing, Full-Time hours per week)
Classification and Salary: HEP 5 - $76,459 - $87,825 (per annum) plus 17% Superannuation
Position Description: Apprenticeship/Traineeship Support Officer
Key Duties
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Performing a range of administrative functions related to apprentices and trainees
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with employers
* Actively contributing to the Apprenticeship/Traineeship Support Unit's work efforts to help ensure the achievement of key performance indicators
* Working collaboratively in a customer-focused team, supporting employers, apprentices, and trainees throughout their journey with Victoria University TAFE
As the successful candidate, you will
* Have strong knowledge and experience in apprenticeships and traineeships
* Bring expertise in the administration of apprenticeships and traineeships within an educational environment, along with strong customer service skills
* Be responsive to customer needs and ensure compliance with operational and regulatory requirements throughout the apprentice and trainee lifecycle
* Be able to work in a fast paced setting
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:
* A cover letter
* Your curriculum vitae/resume
* Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
Application Closing Date: Thursday 30th October 2025, 5:00pm AEST.
This advert may close earlier. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Note: Applications which do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.
Why Join Us
VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Staff Page.
Our Commitment to Protecting Country
Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and well-being of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.
Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity
VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
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