Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Field Officer to join our team
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To work with a leading national association
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Full time, Fixed term role
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Tool of trade vehicle and attractive commission arrangement
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The Organisation
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HIA has been proudly representing the Australian housing industry for over seventy-five years. Our vision remains the same, to be an association that speaks with a united voice on industry issues and creating real change providing quality services at the lowest possible cost and working with the sector to maintain high standards.
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HIA Apprentices is a core part of the HIA and has over 40 years' experience in the recruitment and management of apprentices. HIA Apprentices is a national Group Training Organisation exclusively servicing the residential construction industry.
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The Role
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The purpose of this role is to support the next generation of skilled tradespeople as an Apprentice Field Officer and play a key role in growing the HIA Apprentices GTO.
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You will actively recruit new host trainers and apprentices, manage a caseload of apprentices and trainees, and provide continuous support from commencement through to completion. Additionally, you will ensure the delivery of a high-quality field service program that adheres to HIA policies, procedures, and best practices.
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Key responsibilities for this role include:
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Recruitment of new host trainers and apprentices
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Maintain a rigid mentoring schedule for all visits to host trainers and apprentices.
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Monitor on an ongoing basis host trainers ability / capacity to train
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apprentices in order to meet established training programs and standards.
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Conduct workplace performance assessments of all apprentices.
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Conduct counselling interviews and when necessary ensure disciplinary standards and procedures are met
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Arrange for workplace relocation and / or transfer of apprentices as when necessary
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Provide advice to host trainers, apprentices regarding their rights and obligations, and their legal and contractual requirements as related to training agreements.
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Assist as necessary with the promotion of HIA Apprentices at "Career Markets/Expo's" and other events such as HIA Trade Nights, Regional meetings and information nights.
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Promote the HIA Apprentices to potential host trainers in order to initiate application and participation in the scheme.
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To conduct WHS/OH&S; information sessions in order to educate host trainers and apprentices in their rights and obligations under the WHS/OH&S; Legislation.
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The ideal applicant will have the qualities of:
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Knowledge of the Australian Apprenticeship system - Highly desirable but not essential.
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Apprentice mentoring experience (highly regarded).
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Strong relationship building/business development and presentation skills. You must be a people person.
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An ability to generate and secure recent business. A proven sales record is desirable.
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High level of interpersonal skills and personal presentation.
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Strong communication skills (oral and written), including a professional telephone manner with ability to listen effectively.
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Well-developed sense of personal work organisation and a high degree of self-motivation, with capacity to prioritise daily tasks, plan and schedule work commitments.
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Dedicated and energetic work ethic, by virtue of personal conduct and quality of work, and a desire to grow within an organization
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Ability to develop effective work relationships to achieve desired results and objectives.
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Understanding and full commitment to WHS.
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Demonstrated positive aptitude for clerical duties, and computer skills including database use.
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Confidence to make urgent on the spot decisions when necessary.
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Knowledge of the Apprenticeship system and industrial award wages and conditions applicable is desirable, but not essential.
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A trade qualification in the building industry, eg- Carpentry, Joinery, Bricklaying etc, and/or Training qualifications eg- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is desirable, but not essential.
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Due to the nature of this role, a current Working with Vulnerable People (children) check, and a National Police check is required.
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option to purchase up to two weeks annual leave per calendar year
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salary sacrifice arrangements
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study assistance program
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paid maternity leave
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group insurance cover
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Eligibility requirements apply.

📌 Apprentice Field Officer (South Australia)
🏢 Housing Industry Association (HIA)
📍 South Australia