Apprenticeship Mentor & Consultant

• Based in Port Lincoln servicing surrounding areas
• Support apprentices, trainees and their employers to successful completion
• Grow participation in apprenticeships and traineeships
• Attractive salary package + fully maintained company vehicle 

About us

Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) in partnership with the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) has been awarded the Australian Government’s contract to support apprenticeships and traineeships in South Australia for 2024 – 2026.

ASA is leveraging our 26 years of existing apprenticeship support through enhanced services to further improve retention, completion and satisfaction rates for apprentices and their employers. ASA provides free quality end-to-end advice and assistance, ensuring a clear understanding for apprentices and employers on how to access quality support when needed throughout their apprenticeship or traineeship.

Apprenticeships and traineeships play a vital role in the Australian Vocational Educational and Training system. They contribute significantly to the Australian economy by bridging the gap between individuals career aspirations and employer’s skills requirements. These apprenticeships provide opportunities for people to receive training, pursue studies and earn an income across a diverse range of occupations. ASA is proud to be a national contributor to this vital system.

About the role

This varied and independent role focuses on signing-up apprentices and trainees and guiding them to successful completion through mentoring and personal support services. The role provides tailored advisory services that anticipate apprentice/trainee and employer needs and offers support in pastoral care, career guidance, and peer support networks in person, phone and or via Teams meetings. It also aims to expand the local apprenticeship/traineeship market through relationship management and business development.

About you

This position is well suited to an organised and self-driven individual who can work autonomously, thrives in a busy environment, and can build rapport with various internal and external stakeholders. In addition, experience in the following areas is preferred, but not limited to:

• Youth mentoring, counselling, trade background or lived experience as an apprentice is highly regarded.
• Proven business development and account management experience.
• ‘In field’ experience and a sound understanding of the Australian Apprenticeship System is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience in face-to-face client service.
• Competence in interpreting government regulations using MS Office and external databases.

A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidate.

Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to a satisfactory police check and working with children check as a pre-condition of employment. 

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please apply online under the Careers section of our website, www.victorianchamber.com.au/careers. Applications, including a cover letter addressing one question only which is “Why does this role appeal to you?” should be addressed to the HR Team. The position description can be found under the Careers section of our website. Applications will be reviewed as received if there is a significant response – so please apply as soon as possible.