Trade Trainer ESO

Electrotechnology Trade Trainer

• Commencing 2026
• Permanent Full-time and Part-time available - multiple positions
• Supervised or Unsupervised roles available

Spark the future—share your skills and shape the next generation of electricians as a passionate Electrotechnology Trade Trainer.
About Cardijn
Cardijn College is a dynamic R–12 co-educational Catholic school in Adelaide's Southern Vales, inspired by the Marist tradition and the vision of Cardinal Joseph Cardijn and St Marcellin Champagnat. With over 2,300 students across three campuses—Marian (Years 7–12), Marcellin (vocational Years 10–12 including inhouse RTO, MTC Training), and Galilee (Reception–Year 9)—we offer diverse learning pathways, industry partnerships, and a strong sense of community.

Position Overview
The Electrotechnology Trade Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality vocational education and training within a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) environment. This role includes the delivery and assessment of training programs aligned with nationally recognised training packages and regulatory frameworks.

Working collaboratively with students, staff, and industry stakeholders, the Trainer ensures all training and assessment activities are compliant, contextualised, and industry relevant. Key responsibilities include maintaining current training resources, supporting student progression, contributing to curriculum development and participating in quality assurance activities that support continuous improvement.

The role also involves mentoring students, monitoring progress, facilitating access to recognition and appeals processes, and maintaining accurate records to meet audit and compliance standards. Active participation in professional development and industry consultation is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess accredited training in line with national standards and industry requirements.
• Develop, validate, and moderate training and assessment tools and materials.
• Maintain strong industry engagement.
• Support student learning through mentoring, progress monitoring, and tailored interventions.
• Maintain accurate records to meet compliance and audit requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to continuous improvement.

About You

• Commitment to Catholic Values: Active support for the College's mission and values.
• Authenticity: A genuine commitment and motivation towards developing trade students.
• Experience: Brings a strong technical know how and practical, real world trade experience to the classroom.
• Skills: Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organisational abilities.
• Qualifications: Relevant trade qualification and Certificate IV or working to obtain, with current industry currency and compliance knowledge aligned to ASQA and the VET Quality Framework.

Why Work at Cardijn College?

• Enjoy a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to help you thrive in your career and make a lasting impact.
• Training load for a full time Trainer is 21.5 hours per week, pro-rata for part-time.
• In addition to Annual Leave, 5 days non-contact time, each term break 1, 2, & 3.
• Attractive yearly incremental salary level.
• Access to our Employee Wellbeing Program.
• On-site Carparking, with fantastic access to the Southern Expressway right at our door.
• Situated within the Southern Vales district, our campuses are in idyllic locations with fantastic amenities nearby and picture-perfect surrounds.

Join us in shaping the future of our students and making a real difference in their educational journey. We look forward to your application