Group Training Field Officer - HIA Apprentices
Help build the next generation of skilled tradespeople
HIA Apprentices is Australia's leading employer of apprentices in the residential building industry.
We connect apprentices with quality host businesses and provide ongoing mentoring, support, and training throughout their apprenticeship journey.
We are seeking a motivated and relationship-focused Group Training Field Officer to join our team servicing the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers region.
This is an autonomous and rewarding role where you'll work closely with apprentices, host employers, schools, training providers and industry stakeholders to support apprentice success while driving growth opportunities for HIA Apprentices.
About the Role
As a Group Training Field Officer, you will be responsible for recruiting new host employers and apprentices, maintaining strong client relationships, providing mentoring and support services, and ensuring apprentices and hosts receive a high level of service throughout the apprenticeship journey.
You will spend much of your time working directly with apprentices and host businesses across the region, conducting site visits, providing guidance and counselling, undertaking workplace assessments, and identifying new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Recruitment
Identify and secure new host employer opportunities across the residential building industry
Recruit quality apprentices to meet workforce and growth requirements




Promote HIA Apprentices to prospective host businesses and industry stakeholders
Represent HIA Apprentices at trade nights, career expos, school events and industry functions
Apprentice & Host Support
Conduct regular field visits with apprentices and host employers
Provide mentoring, coaching and support to apprentices throughout their employment
Monitor workplace performance and training progression
Conduct workplace assessments in line with funding and compliance requirements
Coordinate host rotations where required
Provide advice regarding training agreements and apprenticeship obligations
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain effective relationships with:
Host employers
Apprentices
Schools and career advisers
Training organisations
Industry associations
Government and community stakeholders
Compliance & Administration
Maintain accurate records using internal systems
Ensure field visits and reporting requirements are completed within required timeframes
Support compliance with WHS and apprenticeship requirements
Assist with disciplinary, performance management and counselling processes when required
About You
To be successful in this role,



you will be a proactive self-starter who enjoys building relationships, working with people and driving business growth.
Essential Skills & Experience
Demonstrated ability to generate and secure new business opportunities
Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
Excellent organisational and time management abilities
Confidence working independently and managing your own schedule
Professional approach with sound judgement and decision-making capability
Strong administration and computer skills
Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
Ability to engage effectively with apprentices, employers and industry stakeholders
Current driver's licence
Ability to obtain or hold a Working with Children Check and National Police Check
Highly Regarded
Sales or business development experience
Knowledge of the apprenticeship or Group Training Organisation (GTO) sector
Understanding of apprenticeship awards, wages and employment conditions
Residential building industry experience
Trade qualifications in a building-related trade
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Why Join HIA Apprentices?
Work with Australia's leading residential building industry association
Opportunity to positively influence the careers of future tradespeople
Autonomy and variety in your day-to-day work
Supportive and team-oriented team environment
Opportunity to build strong industry networks across the region
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📌 Group Training Field Officer - Hia Apprentices (Gold Coast)
🏢 HIA
📍 Gold Coast