Training Specialist

Training Specialist

At Penrith City Council its not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

What we offer you

• Salary: Commencing from $99060.00 12% Superannuation
• Employment Type: Fixed Term up to September 2028
• Flexible Working Arrangements (In accordance with Councils Finding Balance policy)
• The best of both worlds click here to learn more

As part of a major wholeoforganisation transformation (a Tier One project) this role offers meaningful impact organisational visibility and a rare opportunity to shape how our entire Council works.

Heres what youll be up to

Were modernising the way we work transforming how Council operates and implementing a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. As our Training Specialist youll play a central role in helping over 1700 staff confidently adopt new systems and ways of working.

You will:

• Lead training needs analysis across the ERP program
• Design and develop engaging accessible training resources tailored to diverse learner groups
• Deliver and facilitate training (facetoface and digital) for staff and stakeholders
• Coordinate logistics including scheduling enrolments venues and equipment
• Evaluate training effectiveness report on outcomes and collaborate to drive continuous improvement
• Work closely with the Change Manager Organisational Transformation Project Manager Subject Matter Experts and ERP project team to uplift capability across Council
• Help shape a modern learning culture that supports longterm organisational change

Your work will directly contribute to a smoother transition stronger adoption and better outcomes for our staff and community the kind of realworld impact that makes work feel more meaningful.

Who we are (and why youll love us)

As your leader I take a practical grounded and humanistic approach Im flexible encouraging trusting and handsoff in the best way. I focus on creating the supportive conditions for people to succeed and grow in their own way.

Youll join a newly formed ERP project team inside our Business Excellence department. Were:

• Collaborative inclusive and supportive
• Outcomesfocused and goaloriented
• Still early in our project journey which means you get to help shape how we work build culture and influence our collective success from the ground up

We value connection authenticity and continuous improvement. As part of Council youll enjoy flexible work options a strong wellbeing culture and opportunities to learn and grow all while contributing to a highprofile organisational change initiative that will shape the future of how our City works.

Learn more in the Position Description.

What are we looking for

Youre someone who:

• Brings experience designing developing and delivering training in complex environments
• Communicates clearly and confidently with diverse audiences
• Applies contemporary adult learning principles and instructional design methods
• Is energised by change and motivated by helping people adapt and thrive
• Works collaboratively builds trust quickly and enjoys solving problems
• Reflects our Employee Value Proposition someone ready for their next challenge seeking impact and excited by meaningful work

The mustknow bits

You will be required to undertake employment checks which may include a Criminal History Check Qualification Check Working with Children Check Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council for review to progress through the recruitment process.

Ready to make work feel less like work

If youre nodding along and already picturing your first day submit your application by hitting Apply Now.

In addition to a cover letter and resume applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (outlined in the position description) as a part of their application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

Weve got an opportunity youve got talent Lets talk.

For more information contact Maya Goldsmith Change Manager on.

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At Penrith City Council we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds abilities and identities.