Senior Field Officer

Are you passionate about vocational education and training and looking for a challenging and rewarding career?
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Field Officer to provide quality advice and support on a broad range of issues related to the vocational education and training system in Queensland.
You will ensure compliance, conduct research, analyse information, and make evidence-based recommendations.
You will also deliver programs and services, establish partnerships, provide leadership and coaching, and represent the region and department.By joining the Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET), you are joining a dynamic team committed to shaping and elevating Queensland's workforce to meet the evolving needs of our industries, ensuring prosperity and agility in our economic landscape.
We connect individuals with quality training and skills development, opening doors to new opportunities and economic participation.
A career with the department means making a real difference - join us in building a skilled, adaptable, and vibrant workforce for Queensland.About The RoleAs the Senior Field Officer, you will:Provide leadership, support and advice to industry partners, client groups and stakeholders on the regional programs and services administered by the department.Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment to support and oversee staff or work independently depending on operational needs.Contribute to the development, implementation, management and evaluation of regional activities, including operational planning, system development, information management, data integrity and governance processes.What We Are Looking ForThe position requires an applicant who can:Deliver high-quality, well-researched advice, interpretation and feedback to senior managers, colleagues, clients and stakeholders on a wide range of issues impacting Queensland's vocational education and training system (VET).
This includes areas such as apprenticeships, traineeships, stakeholder capacity building, and workforce development initiatives.Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, directives and policies by investigating issues and complaints, gathering data, and preparing accurate reports and other documentation.Lead, mentor and coach staff to enhance their skills and knowledge, ensuring development activities are aligned to achieving performance benchmarks.Demonstrate a strong commitment to personal and professional development, continuous improvement and public sector accountability.Conduct research, analyse information, and provide evidence-based recommendations on issues related to regional services and programs, either as part of a team or independently.Deliver programs, initiatives and services while fostering collaborative partnerships with diverse stakeholders, clients and customers across the VET system.
Refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities and what we are looking for.How To ApplyTo apply, please submit the below via the SmartJobs application page:Your current resumeProvide a short statement (maximum 1 page) telling us why you are interested in this role, outlining what your motivation is to join us and North Coast Region.Please ensure you refer to the Role Description 'Interested in applying' section for more information on what to include as part of your application.
We're committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role.
This includes considering equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion needs within our agency.
We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy.Applications will remain current for 12 months.Occupational group Community Engagement and Education
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