Motorcycle Instructor

Company description:

"There are qualities which lead to success. Courage, perseverance, the ability to dream and to preserve." - Soichiro Honda

Honda Australia Motorcycle and Power Equipment Pty. Ltd. is a market-leading importer and distributor of an extensive range of Motorcycles, Power Equipment and Marine products. Honda products are state of the art technology, and provide exceptional quality, safety, and superb performance. Being part of Honda means being a part of the world's largest and most successful engine manufacturer dedicated to supplying the highest quality products for worldwide customer satisfaction, not only for the benefit of current customers, but also for future generations.

Job description:

As a Motorcycle Instructor, you'll play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality motorcycle training run by HART - Honda Australia Rider Training. As part of the Riding Instructor team, you'll help new and experienced riders gain the confidence and skills they need to have fun and be safe on two wheels.

Profile description:

How you'll make an impact

• Instruct new and experienced students in all aspects of best practice motorcycle riding
• Assess students in VicRoads Learner Permit and Licencing courses
• Maintain the safety of all people attending a HART training course
• Work with dynamic groups of people including the general public
• Perform day to day motorcycle maintenance including daily inspections, fuelling and cleaning
• Project an image of professionalism and commitment to excellence at all times
• Satisfy performance criteria as directed by the Senior Riding Instructor and the Manager of HART Victoria

What you'll bring to Honda

• A valid full Victorian motorcycle licence with a recent history of regular riding experience, and no continual traffic infringements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with and teach students of all ages and backgrounds
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills to identify and address any issues that may arise during training sessions
• A passion for best practice motorcycling and a genuine desire to share your knowledge and skills with others
• Flexible availability including weekends and a rotating roster
• Background in training or instruction is highly regarded, but not essential
• Working with Children Check (WWC) is desired, but not essential

Don't have Training qualifications? No problem

Training is part science, part art. The right applicant will be enrolled into the three Training and Assessment units as part of your initial training period. This is a fantastic opportunity to get paid to gain Nationally Accredited Qualifications, while doing what you love

We offer:

The Honda Experience

• Attractive lease programs - vehicles & motorcycles
• Product discounts - vehicles, motorcycles, power equipment, accessories & merchandise
• Free loan program for lawn and garden equipment (Victorian Associates)
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Paid Parental Leave
• Exciting Engagement Activities - Associates Day, end of year activities & divisional offsites
• Employee Assistance Program for associates & immediate family members
• Wellbeing support - Wellbeing Day, Trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Cultural Flex Days - substitute two public holidays
• Access to professional development courses
• Free parking

Why work for Honda?

Honda Australia Rider Training (HART) has long been considered a pre-eminent provider of rider training and licensing in Australia. HART's highly qualified instructors who are trained to Honda's World Instructor Standard, deliver state-of-the-art teaching methods to thousands of Australian riders each year. HART provides comprehensive training from beginner to advanced levels, offering a wide range of courses from Victorian Motorcycle Licence courses, Advanced Riding courses, Side x Side Vehicle Training, Off Road Motorcycle courses, plus more. Our training facilities in Victoria are located at Somerton and Kilsyth.

At Honda, Respect for the Individual is the fundamental belief in the uniqueness of all human beings. We strive to nurture and promote each other's capacity to think, reason and create. At Honda, we understand that each individual has something to contribute to our success.

Honda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support our Employees in an open, inclusive environment and give each individual the opportunity to realise their dreams. When you join Honda, you'll be part of a passionate, diverse group who truly enjoy what we do That's the Honda way.

Experience The Power of Dreams for yourself

Applicants must satisfactorily complete a National Criminal Records check to undertake this role.

If you are interested in the position and feel your skills match the criteria for the role, we would like to hear from you.