Description:
Life Saving Victoria is Victoria's peak water safety and lifesaving organisation built on the proud traditions and programs of our founding organisations, the Royal Life Saving Society – Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia.
Lifesaving has been an integral part of the Victorian way of life since 1904. Today LSV is a multifaceted volunteer-based community organisation with a focus on public safety and community wellbeing.
Our volunteers, members, employees and partners work together with communities, educational institutions, government agencies, businesses and the broader aquatic industry, to Save lives and empower communities to safely enjoy water.
We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a Lead Coordinator – Member Training to join our Emergency Management Capability and Response (EMCaR) team on a full-time, ongoing basis . Located at our Port Melbourne Head Office and reporting to the Senior Manager – Capability, this role is responsible for leading the Volunteer Training business unit, ensuring the development, support, and maintenance of organisational training standards and policies across Victoria’s lifesaving clubs.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Oversee and manage Member Training (MT) activities across all Life Saving Victoria affiliated services, ensuring effective training delivery and continuous improvement.
- Lead the development and implementation of training projects, policies, and resources to enhance member skills and accreditation.
- Support and engage clubs and stakeholders by building strong relationships, providing guidance, and improving communication through various channels (face-to-face, email, forums, social media).
- Ensure compliance with ASQA and LSV training standards in collaboration with the LSV Quality Assurance team.
- Proactively manage the administration and operations of the MT business unit, including budget management, reporting, and documentation updates.
- Work closely with stakeholders, committee representatives, and key partners to identify and address club training needs.
You are a passionate and experienced training leader with a strong background in training and assessment.
- You hold a tertiary qualification in Training and Assessment or a related field.
- You have experience in managing accredited training programs and ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
- You have strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with members, clubs, and stakeholders effectively.
- You are highly organised and adaptable, capable of managing multiple training projects and initiatives.
- You have experience in developing training resources and materials (desirable).
- Knowledge of lifesaving, water safety, and emergency management is advantageous.
At Life Saving Victoria, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where your work can make a real impact on communities. You'll enjoy professional development opportunities, a flexible work environment, impressive employee benefits, great office amenities and facilities and the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause that saves lives and empowers communities.
How to apply:
LSV is always looking for enthusiastic, community minded individuals. If this opportunity sounds like you, please click on "Apply Now" to complete your application and upload your resume and a cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for this position.
Research shows us that women won’t always apply for a role if they don’t tick all the boxes. If you fall into that category, we would love to hear from you! We can access your ability and even if you aren’t ready now, you might just be at out next intake.
LSV is an equal opportunity employer and a place who welcomes all. We encourage people with diverse experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to fostering a workplace environment which is inclusive, safe, and flexible. All applicants will be considered based on the relevance of their abilities to the role and their alignment with our LSV Values.
LSV is committed to providing a welcoming environment where the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our programs, services, activities, events, and the broader community, will always be our first priority. All staff must hold (or be able to obtain) a current Victorian Working with Children Check as part of their employment with us.To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Louise Dunne on , quoting Ref No. 1219952.