Operational Training Officer, Clerk Grade 5/6

**Operational Training Officer, Clerk Grade 5/6 - Western Zone NSW SES**
- Work in a volunteer-based agency supporting communities of NSW.
- Full Time ongoing opportunity based in Western NSW providing training and assessment to NSW SES members
- Attractive annual salary + 15% field allowance
- Online information sessions available for this role
- Role can be filled at either Dubbo, Rhodes or Broken Hill

**About the opportunity**

The Operational Training Officer (OTO) is responsible for the uplift of member capability and capacity through the delivery of training and development program/s. The OTO provides quality training and assessment coordination and delivery support to volunteer Trainers & Assessors in various NSW SES courses.

Based on individual skills and qualifications the primary purpose of the role is delivering training to address foundational and technical capabilities within NSW SES Zones and statewide as required.
This role will be based in Western NSW from locations including Dubbo, Rhodes or Broken Hill. Travel within NSW will be required for this position, including weekdays and weekends.

**About the NSW SES**

Our Mission: NSW SES saving lives and creating safer communities.
Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to deliver excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.
The NSW SES serves the community as the lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW. Our volunteers are highly skilled, experienced, and well
- trained in the wide variety of roles they perform.
With over 10,000 volunteers we are committed to protecting and supporting the diverse communities of NSW. Learn more here.

**About you**

The Operational Training Officer (OTO) facilitates, coordinates, and delivers training and assessments, supporting volunteer Trainers and Assessors. You will have experience in course administration, training planning, and strong communication skills that will build rapport with learners and stakeholders to ensure professional, high-quality training delivery.

To thrive in the role you will be confident in facilitating classroom dynamics, including the ability to provide reasonable adjustment and support diverse language, literacy and numeracy needs. You will have proven experience in the delivery of training, including through flexible learning environments (face to face, virtual and hybrid locations).

Essential Requirements
- Proven experience facilitating/coordinating training courses and/or training delivery experience, including through flexible learning in a face to face, virtual, individual and group training environment
- Current Certificate IV Training & Assessment (TAE40116 or its successor/higher qualification), OR current Enterprise Trainer & Assessor Skill Sets with a commitment to obtain the Certificate IV Training & Assessment within 6 months
- Current qualifications in one or more NSW SES Capability areas, or industry/other agency equivalence, including but not limited to:

- Flood Rescue - essential for the Flood Rescue Training Delivery Team
- Incident Management;
- Storm Ground/Storm Heights
- Participate in a Rescue Operations (PIARO)
- General Land Rescue
- Vertical Rescue
- Ability to travel across the State as required, and possession of a current full Class C Driver's License (or higher).
- Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends and evenings at a variety of locations including rapid re-deployment to any part of NSW for several days, weekends and night work.
- Thorough knowledge of AIIMS principles and processes and/or willingness to obtain competence within 6 months.

**You Belong Here**
- We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. We want to know what this looks like for you so we can support your success at work

**How to apply**
- A cover letter (maximum of two pages) briefly responding to the essential requirements and your interest in the role,
- An up-to-date resume of no more than four pages detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role.
- Please ensure you cover letter and/or resume address your capability and/or experience in delivering training and conducting assessments within an adult learning environment.

**Find out more**

To view the role description, click here
An online information session is available for all interested applicants to attend. Register here
Session 1 - Monday 17th February 2025 - 7PM
Session 2 - Tuesday 18th February 2025 - 10AM

A Talent Pool may be created to fill similar roles for both ongoing and temporary opportunities if and as they arise.

**Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 23rd February 2025