RTO Manager

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About the Role

Are you ready to shape the future of industrial training at one of Australia's leading equipment providers? Hastings Deering is seeking a dynamic and experienced RTO Manager to join our People & Culture team at Acacia Ridge on a full-time permanent basis.

In this high-impact leadership role, you'll be at the helm of our nationally recognised RTO operations-driving innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement across all training and assessment activities.

What You'll Lead & Deliver

• Spearhead the delivery of high-quality training and assessment, aligned with evolving industry needs and national compliance standards
• Oversee strategic development of the RTO department, including scope expansion, audit preparation, and continuous process improvement
• Stay ahead of the curve on Caterpillar technologies and adult learning trends-introducing innovative training solutions to enhance our value chain
• Lead capability development for Trainers and Assessors, ensuring standards, competencies, and benchmarks are consistently met and exceeded
• Ensure our learning infrastructure-facilities, materials, and equipment-meets Training Package and business strategy requirements
• Drive rigorous assessment processes including RPL, ensuring they meet all principles of assessment, rules of evidence, and regulatory standards
• Champion access, equity, and customer-centric outcomes in every aspect of training
• Maintain robust compliance with Commonwealth, State and Territory legislation and RTO regulations
• Keep training teams up to date with evolving Codes of Practice, regulatory shifts, and quality frameworks
• Oversee curriculum development to align training plans with business-critical competencies and resource requirements
• Lead key training projects that drive strategic transformation across the organisation

Why Hastings Deering?

At Hastings Deering, our people are our heart - from their first day with us right up to their last.

As one the top Caterpillar dealers globally and part of the Sime network, you'll have access to extensive and borderless career development opportunities and enjoy an internationally recognised work culture.

Whether you're looking to take your career to the next level or achieve more balance in your schedule, we offer diverse opportunities for talented professionals to join our team and start something big.

You'll have access to:

• Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development specific to your role.
• Competitive remuneration package and annual salary reviews
• Work life balance through flexible working arrangements.
• A supportive, diverse, and inclusive team spread across Australia and internationally.
• Access to growth opportunities at a regional, national, and international level through our global Sime network.
• Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, such as our Employee Assistance Program, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.
• Employee discounts, rewards, and incentive programs.
• Paid parental leave options
• Salary continuance insurance
• Free on-site parking

About You

A successful teammate will have experience in:

• Proven leadership experience
• Hold a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
• Experience within industrial and mining sectors is desirable
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication
• Comprehensive RTO and VET framework knowledge
• Agile problem solver

To Apply: Hit the 'Apply Now' button

Enquiries: Please call 1300 071 618

Contact Person: Brianna Smith - [emailprotected]

APPLICATIONS WILL START BEING REVIEWED THE WEEK COMMENCING AUGUST 18 2025

About Hastings Deering

Hastings Deering is one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.

We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.

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We are Hastings Deering – where innovation meets infrastructure, and excellence reigns. As a leader in heavy equipment product and services across Asia-Pacific, we're more than a company – we're a heritage. Our cutting-edge machinery transforms construction and mining landscapes, from urban cores like Brisbane to the rugged terrains.

Hastings Deering is more than a name; we're a commitment to innovation, career empowerment, BIG flexibility, and community engagement. As we shape terrains and redefine industries, we invite you to join our legacy. Together, with our parent company Sime, we build something BIG – a future that echoes with progress, ambition, and lasting impact.

We are Hastings Deering – where innovation meets infrastructure, and excellence reigns. As a leader in heavy equipment product and services across Asia-Pacific, we're more than a company – we're a heritage. Our cutting-edge machinery transforms construction and mining landscapes, from urban cores like Brisbane to the rugged terrains.

Hastings Deering is more than a name; we're a commitment to innovation, career empowerment, BIG flexibility, and community engagement. As we shape terrains and redefine industries, we invite you to join our legacy. Together, with our parent company Sime, we build something BIG – a future that echoes with progress, ambition, and lasting impact.

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