In this new position, we are seeking a dynamic manager to lead the newly formed Carpentry, Bricklaying and Plumbing department at Certificate II, III and IV levels.
The Manager will focus on establishing and strengthening relationships and partnerships with industry stakeholders, government entities, and across VET and Higher Education programs at Swinburne.
Reporting directly to the Director of Trades and Engineering Technologies, the Manager will provide vision, leadership, and operational oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality programs. This includes fostering innovative learning and assessment practices. The Manager will also oversee activities and initiatives designed to meet the needs of our student cohorts, ensuring that programs are developed and delivered in alignment with Swinburne’s quality frameworks
**About You**
**To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities**:
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of the plumbing and/or building training sector
- Sound knowledge of the requirements of plumbing and/or building industries or partners
- A demonstrated track record in motivating, leading, and managing high performing and multi-disciplinary teams
- Demonstrated experience in high level planning, organisational and complex problem-solving skills, which enable business units to achieve performance targets and budgets
- A proven ability to negotiate, collaborate and foster robust relationships both internally and externally; including engagement with industry, the community, and professional networks
Further information about this role can be found in the attached position description.
**Qualifications**
- Relevant tertiary degree or management qualification and/or trade qualifications or equivalent experience and currency
**About Swinburne University of Technology**
Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university - one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:
- Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
- Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
- Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
- Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice
The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.
**To Apply**
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.
To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.
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**Applications Close: Monday 27th January 2025, 11pm**
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion**
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.
Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.
**Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.**
- As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant._
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📌 Plumbing Construction Manager
🏢 Swinburne University Of Technology
📍 Melbourne