Apprentice Field Officer

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Field Officer to join our team

• To work with a leading national association
• Full-time permanent position, with attractive staff benefits
• Tool of trade vehicle and attractive commission arrangement

THE ROLE

The purpose of this role is to support the next generation of skilled tradespeople as an Apprentice Field Officer and play a key role in growing the HIA Apprentices GTO.
You will actively recruit new host trainers and apprentices, manage a caseload of apprentices and trainees, and provide continuous support from commencement through to completion. Additionally, you will ensure the delivery of a high-quality field service program that adheres to HIA policies, procedures, and best practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS ROLE INCLUDE:

• Recruitment of new host trainers and apprentices
• Maintain a rigid mentoring schedule for all visits to host trainers and apprentices.
• Monitor on an ongoing basis host trainers ability / capacity to train
• apprentices in order to meet established training programs and standards.
• Conduct workplace performance assessments of all apprentices.
• Conduct counselling interviews and when necessary ensure disciplinary standards and procedures are met
• Arrange for workplace relocation and / or transfer of apprentices as when necessary
• Provide advice to host trainers, apprentices regarding their rights and obligations, and their legal and contractual requirements as related to training agreements.
• Assist as necessary with the promotion of HIA Apprentices at “Career Markets/Expo’s” and other events such as HIA Trade Nights, Regional meetings and information nights.
• Promote the HIA Apprentices to potential host trainers in order to initiate application and participation in the scheme.
• To conduct WHS/OH&S information sessions in order to educate host trainers and apprentices in their rights and obligations under the WHS/OH&S Legislation.