Education Manager Skills Assessor

​​Full Time, Fixed Term (2 years)​

$128,835 Per Year Plus Super

Location: Crib Point HMAS Cerberus

• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• The chance to contribute to nationally significant Defence training initiatives.

Join Wodonga TAFE in a pivotal leadership role that supports Defence personnel in achieving nationally recognised qualifications through skills assessment and educational planning.

As the Education Manager – Skills Assessor, you will lead the Skills Assessment process at HMAS Cerberus, managing a small team and overseeing the development and implementation of assessment processes. Your work will directly influence the recognition of prior learning, credit transfers, and the identification of training gaps, helping Defence members transition into civilian qualifications and careers.

This role blends strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and educational expertise. You'll collaborate with Defence, NTEN partners, and internal teams to ensure assessments are accurate, timely, and aligned with industry and institutional standards.

Selected Duties:

• Lead and manage the Skills Assessment Cell, including staff and operational processes.

• Develop and implement robust skills assessment frameworks and reporting systems.

• Provide expert recommendations on educational pathways based on assessment outcomes.

• Build strong relationships with Defence stakeholders, NTEN partners, and internal curriculum managers.

• Ensure compliance with RTO standards and continuous improvement of assessment practices.

Skills & Experience

Your values align to ours - Integrity + Respect, Community + Collaboration and Creativity + Innovation.

• A relevant vocational qualification and teaching qualification at AQF Level 6 or above.

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or equivalent.

• Demonstrated experience in skills assessment, RPL, and curriculum development.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• The ability to work strategically and operationally in a dynamic environment.

• Must be an Australian Citizen to be able to gain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance

At Wodonga TAFE, we change lives through education. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we create a supportive environment where both students and employees can grow and succeed.

In 2026, GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE will amalgamate and be unified as one organisation.  We are bringing together the strengths, capabilities, and proud histories of both TAFEs whilst maintaining our distinct brands in community.

This means GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE will deliver even greater outcomes for our learners and communities across regional Victoria. With a combined 1,100 staff and 14,800 students, this is an exciting time to join an innovative organisation that is evolving, expanding its reach, and investing in the future of vocational education.

You can learn about Wodonga TAFE by visiting our website or by downloading our careers flyer.

Child Safety Commitment

Central to our values, Wodonga TAFE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of young people, with Child Safety Officers on-site and Child Safety Policies. All staff must complete Child Safe Training and obtain a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Trish Feuerherdt, Head of Operations TTS, for a confidential conversation at or For more information and to apply, visit the Careers page on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 28 September 2025.

At Wodonga TAFE we are genuine about increasing the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our staff, students, and the broader Wodonga TAFE community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.