Job Description

High Risk Trainer & Assessor – FIFO & Metro Perth
n Location: Perth, Western Australia / FIFO Sites
n Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Casual
n Industry: Vocational Education & Training (VET) / High Risk Work Training

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About the Role

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We are seeking an experienced and motivated High Risk Trainer & Assessor to join our growing training team in Western Australia.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified and industry-experienced trainer who enjoys a varied role, combining FIFO delivery at client and mine sites with training and assessment across Metro Perth.

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You will deliver high-quality, practical and compliant training and assessment to workers and employers across a range of high risk work and related training programs.

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The successful candidate will have strong industry knowledge, excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to workplace safety, competency-based training and positive learner outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Deliver high-quality training and assessment in accordance with relevant training packages, units of competency, regulatory requirements and RTO policies.
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- Conduct practical and theory-based training and assessment at Metro Perth facilities and FIFO/client sites throughout Western Australia.
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- Deliver training in a professional, engaging and safety-focused manner.
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- Assess participants fairly, consistently and in accordance with approved assessment tools.
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- Provide clear, constructive feedback and support participants to achieve competency.
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- Maintain accurate training, assessment and participant records.
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- Complete all required documentation, including assessment records and training evidence.
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- Liaise professionally with clients, site representatives, supervisors and participants.
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- Travel to regional and remote work sites as required.
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- Participate in validation, moderation and continuous improvement activities.
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- Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, WHS requirements, industry practices and VET compliance obligations.
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- Ensure all training and assessment activities meet applicable Western Australian regulatory and industry requirements.
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High Risk Work Scope

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Experience and current competency in one or more of the following High Risk Work Licence areas will be highly regarded:

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- TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck (LF)
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- TLILIC0005 – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (WP)
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- TLILIC0004 – Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (C2)
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- TLILIC0006 – Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (CN)
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- TLILIC0002 – Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (CV)
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- TLILIC0010 – Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (C6)
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- TLILIC0011 – Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (C0)
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- Dogging, rigging and scaffolding qualifications and/or relevant training experience will also be highly regarded.
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- Candidates with multiple HRW classes are encouraged to apply.
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Qualifications & Experience

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Essential

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- Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116, TAE40110 or approved equivalent/successor), or an appropriate higher-level VET/adult education qualification.
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- Current and relevant industry experience and vocational competency in the high risk work areas you will deliver.
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- Relevant current High Risk Work Licence(s) and/or industry credentials applicable to your training scope.
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- Demonstrated experience delivering training and assessment to adult learners.
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- Sound understanding of competency-based training and assessment.
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- Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety and safe operating practices.
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- Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
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- Ability to work independently and as part of a professional training team.
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- Ability and willingness to travel to FIFO and regional/remote sites.
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- Current Western Australian driver's licence.
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- Ability to satisfy site access, medical, drug and alcohol and other client-specific requirements.
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Desirable

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- Experience delivering training within the mining, construction, resources, logistics or heavy industry sectors.
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- Experience working across FIFO mining and resource projects.
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- Multiple High Risk Work Licence classes.
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- Experience delivering associated units such as working at heights, confined space, gas test atmospheres,



dogging/rigging or other safety-related training.
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- Previous experience working within an RTO environment.
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- Knowledge of the Standards for RTOs 2025 and current VET compliance requirements.
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- Experience using online learning and assessment systems.
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- Experience working with learners from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
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FIFO & Metro Perth Work

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This role offers variety and flexibility, with the successful applicant splitting their time between:

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Metro Perth

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- Scheduled training and assessment at our Perth-based facilities.
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- Client premises and metropolitan workplaces.
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- Practical assessments and refresher training.
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- Supporting local industry clients and individual participants.
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FIFO / Regional & Remote

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- Travel to mine, construction and resource sites across Western Australia.
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- Delivering onsite training and assessment.
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- Working with client supervisors and site personnel.
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- Supporting workforce competency and compliance requirements.
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- FIFO rosters and travel arrangements will be discussed with suitable applicants and may vary depending on client requirements.
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What We Offer

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- Competitive remuneration and attractive FIFO rates.
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- FIFO and Metro Perth work, providing variety and flexibility.
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- Opportunities for ongoing and regular work.
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- Supportive and skilled training environment.
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- Opportunities to expand your training scope and industry exposure.
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- Professional development and upskilling opportunities.
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- The opportunity to work with established mining, resources, construction and industrial clients.
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- A role where your industry experience directly contributes to improving workplace safety and workforce capability.
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Who We're Looking For

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We are looking for a trainer who is more than just a qualified assessor — someone who brings real industry experience, credibility and practical knowledge into the training environment.

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You will be comfortable working with experienced workers as well as new entrants, and confident delivering training both in a classroom and in challenging practical workplace environments.

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If you enjoy travelling, working with industry and helping people develop the skills they need to work safely and competently, this could be the opportunity for you.

📌 High Risk Trainer and Assessor - Perth Metro and FIFO Delivery
🏢 Strike 1 Recruitment
📍 Perth