Job Description
Compliance & Contracts Manager – RTO / Vocational Education & Training
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Australian Institute of Arboriculture – Banyo QLD
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As Compliance & Contracts Manager, you will oversee the organisation's compliance framework and manage our obligations across state and federal training contracts.
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Key responsibilities will include:
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Managing and monitoring RTO compliance requirements and regulatory obligations.
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Maintaining compliance with the Standards for RTOs and applicable VET legislation and regulatory requirements.
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Managing government-funded training contracts across multiple Australian states and territories.
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Monitoring and interpreting different state-based funding guidelines, eligibility requirements, evidence requirements and contractual obligations.
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Ensuring enrolments and funding claims comply with the requirements of the relevant state funding authority.
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Monitoring apprenticeship and traineeship funding requirements where applicable.
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Reviewing student files and enrolment documentation to ensure funding and compliance requirements are met.
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Conducting regular internal audits and compliance reviews.
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Preparing the organisation for external audits, funding reviews and regulatory monitoring.
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Managing audit evidence and coordinating responses to audit findings.
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Monitoring changes to funding contracts, regulatory requirements and VET policy across different jurisdictions.
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Reviewing and maintaining policies, procedures, forms and compliance documentation.
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Working with trainers and administration staff to ensure training and assessment records meet compliance requirements.
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Monitoring trainer and assessor compliance, including qualifications, industry currency and scope requirements.
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Reviewing training and assessment strategies and supporting documentation.
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Monitoring AVETMISS and student management system data quality.
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Identifying compliance risks and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
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Maintaining compliance registers, evidence and reporting requirements.
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Providing compliance advice and guidance to management and staff.
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Supporting continuous improvement across the organisation.
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About You
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We are looking for someone with strong attention to detail who can also see the bigger operational picture.
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Ideally, you will have:
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Previous experience in an RTO compliance, contracts or quality management role.
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Strong knowledge of the Australian VET sector and RTO regulatory requirements.
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Demonstrated experience managing government-funded training contracts across multiple Australian states or territories.
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Strong understanding of the differences between state-based funding programs, contractual requirements,



eligibility rules and evidence requirements.
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Experience with apprenticeship and traineeship funding arrangements.
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Experience preparing for and participating in RTO, regulatory and government funding audits.
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Strong understanding of student enrolment, eligibility, evidence and record-keeping requirements.
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Knowledge of AVETMISS and RTO student management systems.
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Solid document management and record-keeping skills.
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Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
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The ability to interpret contracts, guidelines, standards and regulatory requirements and translate them into practical processes for staff.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple jurisdictions, deadlines and reporting requirements simultaneously.
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Experience with aXcelerate would be mandatory.
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What We Offer
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This is an opportunity to take ownership of the compliance and contracts function within a growing training organisation operating across multiple Australian states.
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You will work closely with senior management and have the opportunity to influence systems, processes and continuous improvement across the organisation.
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We offer:
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A supportive and collaborative working environment.
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A role with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
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Opportunity to improve and develop compliance systems and processes.
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Exposure to multiple state funding programs and training contracts.
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Competitive salary based on experience.
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📌 Compliance & Contracts Manager - Rto / Vocational Education & Training (Queensland)
🏢 Australian Institute of Arboriculture
📍 Queensland