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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TLILIC**** – Licence to operate a forklift truck (LF)
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TLILIC**** – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (WP)
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TLILIC**** – Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (C2)
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TLILIC**** – Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (CN)
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TLILIC**** – Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (CV)
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TLILIC**** – Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (C6)
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TLILIC**** – 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 (TAE*****, TAE*****, TAE***** 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 **** 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 professional training workplace.
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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