Apprenticeship Mentor - LauncestonHybrid

• Deliver mentoring support to apprentices across Tasmania
• Help address challenges for apprentices to increase completions 
• Launceston office location with flexible and hybrid working options available

About us

Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) in partnership with the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded the Australian Government’s contract to support apprenticeships and traineeships in Victoria for 2024 – 2026, which began on 1 July.

ASA is excited to leverage our 26 years of existing apprenticeship support through enhanced services to further improve retention, completion and satisfaction rates for apprentices and their employers. ASA will continue to provide 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 role is responsible for delivering a broad range of activities to support apprentices and employers to work towards successful completion of the apprenticeship. The Mentor will deliver tailored, personalised advisory services and will be required to anticipate and advocate apprentice/trainee needs to enable engagement in the workplace and then engage and consult to provide support and assistance where required. Please note this role is delivering these services to apprentices/trainees and or their employers in their workplace in person and by virtual communications also.

About you

This position is well suited to an organised individual who can work autonomously, thrives in a busy field environment, and has the ability to build rapport with various internal and external stakeholders. In addition, you will have:

• A minimum Certificate IV level in Career Development or Employment Services or equivalent, or a commitment to undertake this qualification with the support of VCCI.
• Strong, well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in client service.
• Proficient skills in MS Office, and the ability to use external computer-based databases.
• Competence in interpreting Government regulatory frameworks and guidelines.
• Understanding of the Australian Apprenticeship System will be highly regarded.
• Prefer comprehensive understanding of apprenticeships and traineeships.
• Prefer experience as a Youth mentor or counsellor.
• Trade qualification desirable. 

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.