Job Description

School Based Apprenticeships & VETiS Pathways Coordinator

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Gold Coast Trades College | Gold Coast & Ipswich Region

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Help young people turn an interest in trades into a real career.

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Gold Coast Trades College is looking for an energetic, relationship-driven High School Apprenticeships & VETiS Pathways Coordinator to join our growing team.

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This role is all about connecting high school students with real trade career opportunities - from VET in Schools (VETiS), pre-apprenticeship and trade pathway programs through to school-based apprenticeships and traineeships.

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You'll work closely with schools, students, parents, employers, apprenticeship providers and industry partners to help young people understand their options, get exposure to industry and take their first step into a trade.

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If you love getting out from behind a desk, building relationships and helping young people find their direction, we'd love to hear from you.

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About the Role

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No two days will look the same.

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You could be:

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- Visiting high schools and meeting with Careers Advisors, VET Coordinators and students
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- Promoting GCTC's trade pathway and VETiS programs
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- Speaking with students and parents about apprenticeship and training options
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- Connecting school students with employers offering school-based apprenticeships
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- Building relationships with construction, automotive, electrical and plumbing employers
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- Coordinating school information sessions, expos, Try-a-Trade activities and industry events
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- Supporting students transitioning from school into apprenticeships or further training
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- Following up enquiries and helping students move from I'm interested in a trade to actually getting started
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- Working closely with GCTC trainers, student services and industry teams
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- Developing strong partnerships with schools across the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Ipswich regions
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- Tracking student enquiries, referrals, enrolments and apprenticeship outcomes
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- Representing Gold Coast Trades College at school and industry events
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Who We're Looking For

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We're looking for someone who is confident, approachable and genuinely passionate about helping young people succeed.

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You may already have experience in:

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- VET in Schools / VETiS
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- School-based apprenticeships and traineeships
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- Apprenticeship services
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- Careers or pathways
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- Employment services
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- Youth engagement
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- Business development
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- Registered Training Organisations
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- Construction or trade industry engagement
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- School or education partnerships
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You don't necessarily need to come from a traditional education background.

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What matters most is your ability to connect with people, build trust and turn conversations into opportunities for students.

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You'll ideally bring:

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- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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- Confidence presenting to students, parents, schools and employers
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- Strong organisation and follow-up skills
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- A valuable understanding of apprenticeships, traineeships or vocational education
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- The ability to work independently and manage a busy territory
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- A positive, proactive attitude
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- Confidence networking and developing new relationships
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- A genuine interest in the construction and trade industries
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- Current driver licence and willingness to travel between schools and industry partners
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Experience working with Queensland schools, VET pathways, SBATs or apprenticeship programs would be highly regarded.

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Why Gold Coast Trades College?

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Gold Coast Trades College isn't about training people just to gain a certificate.

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We're focused on creating real pathways into real jobs.

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Our students learn through practical training, industry exposure, employer engagement, site experiences and programs designed around what employers actually need.

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You'll be joining a team that is passionate about:

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- Getting more young people into trades
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- Building stronger connections between schools and industry
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- Creating genuine employment outcomes
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- Supporting employers to grow their future workforce
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- Delivering practical, industry-led training
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- Doing things differently from a traditional training organisation
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This is a great opportunity for someone who wants the freedom to build relationships, develop new ideas and make this portfolio their own.

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Ready to help build the next generation of tradies?

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We'd love to hear from people who understand that sometimes a single conversation, employer introduction or opportunity can completely change the direction of a young person's career.

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Gold Coast Trades College

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Training Tradies. Building Careers. Connecting Industry.

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📌 School Based Apprenticeships & VETiS Pathways Coordinator (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Gold Coast Trades College
📍 City of Gold Coast