Learning Design Manager

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia genU Full time

Location
: Djilang (East Geelong) or Naarm (Flemington) VIC

Salary
: $96,000 + Superannuation + NFP salary packaging benefits

Employment status
: Full Time Permanent – Hybrid WFO/WFH

Job number
: 2236

Hey you

At genU Training and Activ Pathways, we're committed to creating high-quality learning experiences that change lives. As a Manager, Learning Design, you'll lead the strategy, development, and delivery of innovative training programs that meet industry needs and drive real outcomes for our students, partners, and communities.

This is a role where strategy meets action. You'll set the direction, guide your team, and bring stakeholders along the journey while ensuring compliance, quality, and creativity are at the core of everything we do.

What you'll do

As the
Learning Design Manage
r in our Learning Design and Experience team you'll:

  • Lead with impact
    : Oversee the design and delivery of engaging, compliant training programs that meet VET/ASQA standards and industry needs.
  • Drive strategy & innovation
    : Champion best-practice instructional design, embed digital learning tools, and explore creative approaches to lift learner engagement.
  • Deliver at pace
    : Scope, plan, and manage projects balancing time, budget, and resources while keeping your team focused and motivated.
  • Build strong partnerships
    : Collaborate with government, industry, and internal stakeholders to deliver practical, impactful learning solutions.
  • Grow capability
    : Mentor and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and professional growth.
  • Champion quality
    : Lead continuous improvement and compliance across all programs and audits, ensuring excellence at every step.

What you'll bring

  • Proven leadership experience in learning design, with a track record of delivering both accredited and non-accredited programs.
  • In-depth knowledge of the VET sector, including ASQA standards, compliance requirements, and instructional design best practice.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle priorities, solve problems, and deliver results.
  • Hands-on experience with eLearning authoring tools (e.g. Articulate Storyline, Rise) and an eye for user experience and design.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills.
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) is essential.

(You'll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate – but don't worry, we'll help guide you through this.)

Why you'll love working at genU

At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings.

We're committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive.

You'll also get

  • Salary packaging
  • up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefits
  • Purchased leave options
  • the ability to buy additional annual leave to support work-life balance and flexibility.
  • Discounts
  • savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi
  • University Study Discount
  • Enjoy a 25% fee reduction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
  • Wellbeing support
  • 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program
  • Referral bonus
  • bring great people with you and be rewarded
  • 15 days personal leave
    – 5 days extra to National Employment Standards*

Ready to make a difference? Click apply to complete your application.

Don't wait to apply We are reviewing applications as they come in.

You can view the full position description on the genU careers page HERE.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team



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