MBA Training , the specialist training arm of Master Builders ACT and winner of the ACT Government Small Training Provider of the Year 2026 , is seeking an experienced and commercially focused RTO Manager to lead the strategic and operational performance of our Registered Training Organisation (RTO number: 88163).

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead a team of eight and be accountable for training delivery, compliance, financial performance, business development and student outcomes. This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for driving sustainable growth, managing operational performance and ensuring MBA Training delivers high-quality, industry-relevant training that achieves both educational and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Performance & Financial Management

- Deliver budget, revenue, profitability and enrolment targets.
- Monitor financial and operational performance and implement improvement initiatives.
- Optimise course pricing, delivery models, trainer utilisation and resource allocation.
- Manage purchasing and expenditure within delegated authority.
- Provide regular business performance reporting and recommendations to senior management.

Business Development & Industry Engagement

- Lead business development activities and oversee sales pipeline performance.
- Identify opportunities for growth, including employer partnerships, funded training, tenders and new programs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, schools, industry bodies, government and other stakeholders.
- Ensure growth opportunities are commercially viable, deliverable and compliant.
- Support internal marketing team as needed.

RTO Operations, Compliance & Quality

- Ensure compliance with ASQA requirements, RTO Standards, funding agreements and relevant legislation.
- Manage training operations, systems, resources and delivery schedules.
- Lead audits, risk management and continuous improvement activities.
- Oversee training and assessment quality, course development and student outcomes.




- Maintain high-quality, industry-relevant training programs that meet learner and employer needs.

Leadership & Team Performance

- Lead and develop a high-performing team of trainers, assessors, compliance and administration staff.
- Set clear performance expectations and drive accountability.
- Foster a positive, collaborative and customer-focused culture.
- Plan workforce capability and resources to support sustainable growth.

Facilities & Resources

- Ensure WHS practices are an ongoing way of working within our facilities and a ‘lead by example’ approach.
- Oversee training facilities, equipment, tools and learning resources.
- Manage supplier relationships and approved expenditure.
- Ensure facilities and equipment are safe, maintained and fit for purpose.
- Develop recommendations for asset replacement and facility improvements within budget.

What We're Looking For

- Minimum three years' experience in an RTO leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of the VET sector, ASQA requirements and RTO Standards.
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, operations and commercial performance.
- Proven ability to lead teams and deliver sustainable business growth.
- Experience managing business development activities, sales performance and stakeholder relationships.
- Solid financial, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and people leadership skills.
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (preferred).
- Diploma of Vocational Education and Training or a higher relevant qualification (preferred).
- Experience in construction, trades or apprenticeship training will be highly regarded.

Why Join MBA Training?

- Lead an award-winning training organisation with strong construction industry connections.
- Make a direct impact on apprentices, employers and the future building and construction workforce of the ACT.
- Take ownership of operational performance, commercial outcomes and business growth.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative leadership team.
- Competitive salary package
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.

📌 RTO Manager - Commercial & Operations (Fyshwick)
🏢 Master Builders Association of the ACT
📍 Fyshwick