Training & Competency Verification - Lead

2765 Training & Competency Verification – Lead

• Build a brighter future for WA by creating a thriving team environment that inspires everyone to excel using their unique strengths and skills.
• Full time, fixed term position based in Leederville till October 2026.
• Salary: $135,693 plus Super & Benefits.

Are you passionate about building a high-performing, safety-focused workforce? Do you thrive on leading teams, driving strategic programs, and ensuring operational excellence in high-risk environments? If so, we invite you to apply for the role Lead – Training & Competency Verification

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you're driven to make a meaningful contribution, you've come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• Flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

About the Role

As the Lead – Training & Competency Verification, you will set the direction and oversee the operational delivery of training and competency programs for personnel engaged in high-risk activities. Reporting to the Manager – HSE Assurance, Reporting & Project, you will play a pivotal role in:

What you can expect with this role

• Lead end-to-end management of the VoC Program, ensuring alignment with operational, safety, and compliance objectives.
• Establish and maintain robust governance structures, policies, and quality assurance mechanisms.
• Collaborate with operational leaders, technical experts, and safety professionals to define and assess competency standards.
• Oversee the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of safety training programs.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including RTOs and regulatory authorities.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Training and Competency Verification team, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Your skills and experience

For this role, we are looking for great talent with:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Safety and/or Health (or related discipline) and a current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent), or extensive relevant experience in a field-based operational role within a large, multi-disciplined organisation.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance and risk management principles as they apply to training and competency frameworks
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, business communication, and relationship management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive change, and deliver results in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSH and VET legislation, standards, and codes of practice.
• Experience managing budgets and resources, with a focus on service excellence and compliance.

Ready to thrive as you shape WA's water future? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close 7th October

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Please note: By applying for this role, you are consenting to your current and previous line managers being contacted as references. It is strongly recommended that all internal applicants advise their line manager of any applications for acting or permanent positions prior to applying.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at or

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website