About VACC – You’re in good hands

Based in Melbourne Australia, the Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC) is an automotive industry employer association that protects and promotes the interests of its members through advocacy initiatives and the provision of automotive industry products and services.

About The Role
This is a fabulous role whereby you help select & guide young people from school into the next stage of their lives and mentor them to engage in their career in the Automotive Industry. 

Working across the western suburbs of Melbourne, this Field Manager role will support apprentices and trainees through the lifecycle of their automotive apprenticeship. Some of those responsibilities include; 

• Building relationships with school stakeholders in order to enlighten students on automotive apprenticeship and trainee opportunities.

• Building rapport and trust with the apprentice and their host employer with a focus on addressing workplace, learning or personal obstacles that may have an impact on successful outcomes.

• Promoting VACC Auto Apprenticeships Group Training to host employers.

• Working with registered training organisations to ensure apprentices receive appropriate support and guidance.

• Identifying talent, recruitment, pre-assessment testing, supervision, and work placement for new VACC Apprentices

• Monitor performance and training progress of each apprentice to ensure unit competency completion in line with the requirements of the training contract.

• Provide mentoring and counselling support during the course of the apprenticeship

• Manage Apprentices work cover claims, absence due to illness and return to work situations where required.

About You

You need to hold an Australian automotive trade qualification with either supervisory or training experience. You also need to be a people person with emotional intelligence.

A clear communicator, with a passion for helping businesses and apprentices succeed while building relationships through trust and respect. You'll need to be self motivated, level headed, highly organised and enjoy achieving key performance indicators.       

A current valid driver's license and Working with Children Card and the Right to Work in Australia are essential. Cert IV OHS or higher qualification is desirable.

Why Choose us?

At VACC, we are building a high-performance culture and currently have a career defining opportunity for the right applicant to join an industry leading employer association.  

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences - for our members and for each other.

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with:

• Health and wellbeing program - includes annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, in-house snacks where you can help yourself to breakfast, fruit and espresso coffee or tea on a daily basis

• Employee Assistance Program - providing confidential counselling for you and immediate family members 

• 5 extra paid days off every year - we offer an additional 5 Bonus Days off from work per year (on top of your standard annual leave entitlements) and the option to purchase additional annual leave

• A flexible working environment -  we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business for most positions. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are available to support you in your work and life commitments and passions. 

• Social Events - throughout the year including team based social activities

• A new building - technologically advanced and fresh new spaces for our people to innovate, collaborate and achieve increased productivity. With a rooftop and views to die for.   

• Learning & Development - opportunities to improve your skills and knowledge in your area of expertise that will enable you to drive change and deliver successful results.

 How to apply

We value and respect the different perspectives and experiences our people bring to work each day and aim to increase the diversity of our workforce so if you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you so click Apply!

To be considered, your application must include your CV and cover letter clearly stating your experience. You will also be required to present original qualifications if you are invited to an interview.  

VACC is an equal opportunity employer 

 
No recruitment agencies - thank you.