Industry Consultant (Industry Liaison Officer)

About Us

The Australian Industry Trade College (AITC) is unlike any other senior school. We’re for young people who seek a deliberately different educational experience. An industry-driven one. For those who want to learn in the classroom, within workplaces and on the job. We’re for those young people who seek to start building real world strengths and skills now, not only in the future.

If you are passionate about the future of industry education, this is the place for you. To learn more about AITC, go to www.aitc.qld.edu.au. 

About the position

We are now seeking an Industry Consultant to join our Toowoomba campus in a full-time capacity. You will be managing a caseload of young people through targeted recruitment, quality training, character development, and sustainable employment. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Conduct a program of planned and prioritised risk assessments with employers to ensure appropriate duty of care and compliance.
• Lead the on campus young person training opportunities (Site Meetings, Rookies preparation, etc.
• Education and training of young people for work experience preparation. This includes the delivery and facilitation of workshops and employability skills sessions with groups of young people.
• Review and follow-up of Work Experience Program placements and provide feedback to young people.
• Engage both new and existing employers with the AITC.
• Communication and liaison with parents/guardians and employers.

Values and Benefits

Our values play a critical role in cultivating culture. They set the standards for how we behave, interact with others, make decisions, and choose to act. They are:

• Think progressively
• Take courageous action
• Achieve inspiring outcomes
• Demonstrate genuine care
• Contribute authentically
• Succeed collectively

We value our people, so along with access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and paid parental leave, we offer the following benefits to our AITC employees:

• Superannuation matching upon completion of qualifying period
• Generous long service leave entitlements
• Access to corporate rate health insurance
• Flu vaccinations

The AITC is committed to safe and supportive work practices. Candidates will be subject to relevant checks such as teacher registration check, Blue Card, referee checks, identification verification and the requirement to disclose any information relevant to your eligibility to engage in activities including children.

Skills and experience

The following qualifications and experience are essential for this position:

• Previous experience in a similar role or strong Industry background with transferable skills
• Sound knowledge / previous Industry exposure to industry safety practices
• Solid communication skills with the ability to build rapport with various stakeholders (internal and external)
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and computer skills
• Current driver’s license and own vehicle
• Current Working with Children Blue Card
• Ability to demonstrate the AITC values
• Right to work in Australia

Desirable:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• Certificate IV in Career Development
• Qualifications in Workplace Health and Safety

To Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit both a cover letter and resume which demonstrates an ability to deliver on the responsibilities of this position. The AITC reserves the right to commence screening and interviews as soon as suitable candidates are identified, so please do not delay with your application.

It is our practice to use one way Video Interviewing to support our selection. You may be requested to contribute to a Video Interview throughout this process.

All people who work in Queensland schools must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19. Please note that you will only be eligible for ongoing employment with the AITC if you meet these requirements.

Applications by and through recruitment agencies will not be considered.