Pre Trade Technical Trainer

**At WesTrac, we’re made for more of what matters most. More family time, with paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave programs to give you the work life balance you’ve always wanted. More development opportunities, with WesTrac's own in house RTO - 50737, access to your own guided learning platform and a range of pathways to help you steer your career in the direction of your dreams. More diversity, with over 4,000 team members with a tonne of differences, united by our passion for building a better tomorrow. As an industry leader and employer of choice, we’re Made for More.**

**TECHNICAL TRAINER AND ASSESSOR - RPL Specialist Tomago**

**About the role**

In support of our continued growth & industry support, we are seeking a Mobile Plant Trainer and Assessor to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. In this role you will be primarily responsible for the Trade upgrade program and specifically the RPL process.

At WesTrac Institute we are striving to be the leading training centre of excellence for mobile equipment. Just 30 minutes from Newcastle, our state-of-the-art Institute in Tomago is a Registered Training Organisation which provides nationally accredited training through the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

**Key Responsibilities**
- Primary responsibility is to take ownership of the RPL assessment strategy
- Casual Teaching of Mobile Plant units as required to cover leave and absence
- Continuous improvement of RPL systems and processes
- RPL assessments and delivery of accredited Gap training & Assessment to strict conditions and guidelines
- Delivering to AQF requirements and workplace safety standards
- Educating a broad range of employees and external customers
- Delegating work to the supporting RPL assessors
- Travel across NSW to interview and assess learners for RPL suitability

**Why WesTrac Institute?**

WesTrac are converting our training programs to online resources, with students being provided with their own tablet. We are about to launch our Online assessment portal as part of our embrace of technology and sustainable practices.

These changes represent an exciting new phase for the WesTrac Institute, making it a great place to learn for our people and a competitive advantage for our business.

We are committed to our people and their careers; extensive training will be given to the successful applicant to ensure success of them in the role as Westrac Institute has developed a very comprehensive approach to its RPL program.

**Skills & Experience**
- Qualifications and/or experience in Mobile Plant Technology and/or Heavy Commercial Vehicle
- 5 Years post trade experience
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)
- Preferred but not essential and at least 12 months experience in a training and assessor role
- Excellent organisational & delivery skills, with the ability to plan, manage
- Excellent communication skills - interpersonal, written and verbal with the ability to influence and inspire groups of people with a passion for transferring knowledge and skills
- Previous heavy machinery experience or exposure to Caterpillar products is desirable
- Intermediate computer literacy skills
- A demonstrated commitment to safety and the environment

Desirable
- Knowledge and use of Cat systems, ET, SIS
- Extensive knowledge and experience with RPL process and standards.

You will possess a professional and proactive approach to your work. As a strong communicator and influencer you will have the ability to work effectively with all levels of the business and will be adept in ensuring customer satisfaction during the learning experience.

**Why Join WesTrac?**

As one of the World's leading Caterpillar dealers, WesTrac services a broad range of customers across NSW, ACT & WA. Our ongoing success is attributed to the individuals that make up our teams, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package and pride ourselves on our Safe, Engaged and Customer Focused Culture. As a WesTrac team member you will receive:

- Competitive remuneration
- Job security and serious potential for advancement
- Refer a friend program - work alongside your mates and receive up to $3000 for each successful referral
- Annual Remuneration and performance review
- Fitness Passport for the whole family
- Income protection with 24/7 coverage
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Online Learning Library to support your continued development
- Salary Packaging + Novated leases
- Ability to purchase additional annual leave
- Discounted CAT Hand Tools
- On-boarding and welcome day at our head office in Newcastle

If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your resume for consideration via the link.

For further information regarding this role, please contact Dylan from the recruitment team on 0499 609 987 and reference Job No 883249.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Crim