Program Coordinator, Engineering & Defence Programs

Overview:

• Full-time Fixed Term position (project) until December 2028

• Salary Teaching Leve SE1 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

• Based on the Melbourne CBD campus however you will be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University and apprentice or trainee locations

About You

As the VE Program Coordinator Engineering & Defence Programs you will lead the coordination of innovative high-quality vocational education and training programs that prepare students for the future of work.

Youll work closely with industry partners and colleagues across RMIT to design deliver and evaluate programs that respond to emerging technologies and workforce needs. Your role will include coordinating teaching teams managing program operations and supporting an outstanding student experience.

Youll also play an active part in maintaining vocational excellence ensuring that both you and the teaching staff stay current and competent in the skills and knowledge relevant to your discipline.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with demonstrated expertise in Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL). Experience within the engineering or aeronautical sectorparticularly in industry or defencewill be highly regarded. The role is offered as a contract position until 2028 with the potential to transition to an ongoing appointment beyond this period. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to effectively connect consult and collaborate with industry and defence stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes.

To be successful in this position youll have / youll have as a minimum:

• Capacity to coordinate the work of staff in the development and implementation of VE programs in the University industry or within the community.

• Demonstrated educational leadership skills that effectively promote teaching and learning. This includes effective interpersonal and communication skills presentation facilitation and counselling skills.

• Teaching experience in the area of this position including evidence in the use of effective innovative and flexible teaching methods.

• Demonstrated skills and experience in competency-based assessment and recognition for Prior Learning

• Experience in relevant industry or defence experience (within the engineering or aeronautical sector). and substantial and current discipline knowledge as it relates to this position. Ability to connect consult and work with industry and/or defence.

• A sound knowledge and understanding of the vocational education and training sector and of the training requirements of relevant industries.

• Ability in ensuring current and contemporary vocational competence which meets and/or exceeds the education level being delivered and assessed.

• Demonstrated skills in the use of information and communication technologies.

• An understanding of resources management issues including finance facilities management OH&S Equal Opportunity and Industrial Relations.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in TAE as minimum

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About The College of Vocational Education.

The purpose of RMITs College of Vocational Education is to empower learners and our industry community and government partners to succeed in the new world of work. Our five-year strategic roadmap purposefully guides everything we do in vocational education to deliver our vision: to position RMIT as a leading multi-sector provider with global impact and influence.

Led by our Deputy Vice Chancellor the College of VE is reimagining how we deliver vocational education to create unique experiences for our students and partners so we can:

lead in practice-based learning

empower learners for the future of work

engage industry and community at scale

grow for impact and influence

The College of VE is delivering impact through transformation that creates long-term change.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your interest and suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Diana (Talent Acquisition) via email .

Position Description Program Coordinator Engineering and Defence Programs

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In line with RMIT Universitys commitment to a safe respectful and inclusive environment from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a genderbased violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant preemployment background checks including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMITs safety obligations.

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