Training and Assessment Officer

Life Saving Victoria is Victoria's peak water safety and lifesaving organisation built on the proud traditions and programs of our founding organisations, the Royal Life Saving Society - Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia.

Lifesaving has been an integral part of the Victorian way of life since 1904. Today LSV is a multifaceted volunteer-based community organisation with a focus on public safety and community wellbeing.

Our volunteers, members, employees and partners work together with communities, educational institutions, government agencies, businesses and the broader aquatic industry, to Save lives and empower communities to safely enjoy water.

We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a **Training and Assessment Officer - Member Training** to join our Emergency Management Capability and Response (EMCaR) team on a **full-time, ongoing basis**. Located at our Port Melbourne Head Office and reporting to the Lead Coordinator - Member Training, this role will provide critical support to Life Saving Clubs and their members, ensuring high-quality training and assessment standards across the organisation.

**Your key responsibilities will include**:

- Support trainers, assessors, and facilitators (TAF) in delivering training and assessments to upskill lifesaving club members.
- Provide guidance and assistance to clubs on improving their training programs and compliance with training standards.
- Ensure training courses meet Registered Training Organisation (RTO) requirements by working closely with internal teams and quality assurance.
- Assist with administrative tasks, including processing awards, maintaining training records, and ensuring compliance with documentation requirements.
- Provide outstanding customer service to members and clients, responding to training-related inquiries and ensuring high service standards.
- Manage records and reporting, ensuring compliance with ASQA, LSV, and VET requirements.
- Foster strong relationships with lifesaving clubs, chief instructors, trainers, and external training providers.

**Who are you?**

You are a passionate and detail-oriented training professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to supporting member education and capability.
- You hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent).
- You maintain current Bronze Medallion and First Aid qualifications.
- You have experience in delivering vocational training and conducting flexible assessments.
- You demonstrate strong administrative skills, with the ability to manage records, process certifications, and ensure compliance.
- You have excellent relationship-building skills, engaging with trainers, clubs, and key stakeholders.
- Experience working in a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) is desirable.
- Knowledge of lifesaving, water safety, and emergency management is advantageous.

At Life Saving Victoria, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where your work can make a real impact on communities. You'll enjoy professional development opportunities, a flexible work environment, impressive employee benefits, great office amenities and facilities and the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause that saves lives and empowers communities.

**How to apply**:

- LSV is an equal opportunity employer and a place who welcomes all. We encourage people with diverse experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to fostering a workplace environment which is inclusive, safe, and flexible. All applicants will be considered based on the relevance of their abilities to the role and their alignment with our LSV Values. _
- LSV is committed to providing a welcoming environment where the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our programs, services, activities, events, and the broader community, will always be our first priority. All staff must hold (or be able to obtain) a current Victorian Working with Children Check as part of their employment with us._