Apprentice Trainer

WesTrac; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major equipment dealer is seeking a Technical Trainer to deliver and assess apprentice training. This role requires a trade qualification as an Automotive Electrician or Mobile Plant Mechanic and a commitment to providing high-quality training. Responsibilities include developing training materials, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing documentation. The company promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion and offers a range of financial and wellness benefits to its employees.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Sacrificing

Income Protection Insurance

Access to gyms with Fitness Passport

Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity

Qualifications

• Trade qualification relevant to the role as Automotive Electrician or Mobile Plant Mechanic.
• Experience in providing VET level training and assessments.
• Commitment to obtain training qualifications if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver training material and courses in compliance with standards.
• Manage training documentation and compliance with RTO requirements.
• Conduct evaluations of learning programs and recommend improvements.

Skills

Experience working with Apprentices

Delivery of VET level training

Trade qualification (Automotive Electrician or Mobile Plant Mechanic)

Knowledge of Caterpillar equipment

Education

Certificate IV TAE or equivalent

Job description

Reporting

Reporting to the Pre-Trade Training Supervisor, the Technical Trainer (Pre-Trade Trainer) are accountable for consistently developing, delivering and assessing apprentice training in accordance with required standards and WesTrac’s Core Values. Providing high levels of customer service for both internal and external WesTrac clients, managing the administrative functions of training, assessing and reporting whilst maintaining compliance in line with RTO requirements.

Location

South Guildford, WA

Roster

Monday – Friday, 8 hours (Flexible Work Options Available)

What You’ll Do

• Provides a safe training environment and ensure all participants are safe, information provided is aligned to WesTrac’s safety requirements
• Delivers scheduled training courses in accordance with required standards and to the approved curriculum
• Completes all relevant course and participant documentation associated with the training delivered (e.g. post-course training records/paperwork)
• Develops training material, resources and assessment materials in collaboration with other trainers and subject matter experts to support the delivery of training courses to internal and external stakeholders ensuring compliance with required standards (e.g. Standards for Registered Training Organisations and/or Caterpillar requirements).
• Works as a team to ensure training delivery and customer service and support is maintained, including with the broader L&D Training teams
• Undertake regular reviews/evaluation of learning programs and make appropriate documented recommendations for modification/course improvement as required and participate in curriculum validation
• Conduct resits and holds appropriately and complete apprentice journal marking to assist with meeting RTO standards for apprentice completions

Experience and Knowledge

• Certificate IV TAE or equivalent (if not held then a commitment to working with the business to obtain training qualifications in a reasonable timeframe)
• Trade Qualification relevant to the role of either Automotive Electrician or Mobile Plant Mechanic or significant demonstrated industry equivalent with a relevant trade qualification
• Experience working with Apprentices and providing VET level training and assessments
• Experience within the industry of servicing or operating equipment
• Caterpillar equipment exposure and knowledge (advantageous)

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to

• Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
• Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
• Culture & Career – Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
• Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.

Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.