Job Description
The Business Centre (Newcastle Region) – Newcastle NSW
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The Business Centre is seeking a qualified and experienced Business Advisor & Trainer on a Full time 6 month contract with potential to extend to provide high-quality business advisory services, mentoring and training delivery across a range of small business, entrepreneurship and workforce development programs.
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This unique role combines practical business expertise with professional training delivery to support business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, students and program participants to achieve measurable outcomes.
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We are looking for an individual who is equally comfortable facilitating a workshop, mentoring a business owner, developing training resources and building strong stakeholder relationships.
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Key Responsibilities
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Business Advisory
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Provide practical and tailored advice to small business owners and entrepreneurs.
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Support clients with business planning, marketing, finance and operations.
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Conduct business assessments and identify appropriate support pathways.
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Document recommendations and client progress.
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Training & Facilitation
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Design and deliver engaging workshops and training programs.
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Facilitate face-to-face and online learning experiences.
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Adapt training delivery to suit diverse audiences and learning styles.
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Provide one-on-one mentoring and coaching.
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Support students and business clients to achieve their goals.
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Monitor participant progress and maintain accurate records.
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Program Delivery
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Contribute to the successful delivery of funded programs.
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Complete timely service records and delivery reports.
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Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
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About You
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To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
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Essential Qualifications & Experience
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Demonstrated experience in business advisory, business coaching, mentoring, consulting or small business management.
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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE*****) or its successor, or a qualification that meets current vocational education and training trainer requirements.
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Qualifications in Business, Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Finance or a related discipline.
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Experience facilitating training, workshops, coaching sessions or adult learning programs.
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Strong knowledge of business planning, marketing, financial management and business growth strategies.
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Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Well-developed organisational, administrative and digital skills.
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Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
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Current driver's licence and willingness to travel within the service region as required.
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Highly Regarded
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Experience supporting entrepreneurs, startups, small businesses or regional business communities.
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Experience owning and operating your own business
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Experience delivering government-funded business support programs.
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Experience within a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) environment.
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Why Join The Business Centre?
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At The Business Centre, you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping businesses and individuals thrive.
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Meaningful and rewarding work that creates real impact.
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A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
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Flexible delivery methods including face-to-face and virtual engagement.
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The opportunity to work with a diverse range of businesses, entrepreneurs and learners.
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Salary & Benefits
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Competitive salary package based on skills and experience.
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Professional development and training opportunities.
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Flexible work arrangements by agreement.
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Supportive and values-driven organisation.
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📌 Business Advisor & Trainer (New South Wales)
🏢 The Business Centre (Newcastle Region)
📍 New South Wales