Are you passionate about helping Queenslander’s access training, jobs and new opportunities? We’re looking for a part-time Field Officer to join our Rockhampton team and support the vocational education and training (VET) system.

In this role, you’ll give clear advice on apprenticeships, traineeships and other departmental programs we offer. You’ll work with employers, schools, training providers, industry and community groups, visiting sites, answering questions and providing support.

This is a chance to promote the benefits of training and employment, help people complete their studies, and support local businesses and communities. If you enjoy building relationships, solving problems and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Job details

As a Field Officer, you will work directly with employers, schools, training providers, and community organisations to promote workforce development initiatives across the region. You will provide clear, accurate advice on VET programs, apprenticeships and traineeships, ensuring stakeholders are well informed and supported. Through regular site visits, interpreting departmental policies, and delivering excellent client service, you will help strengthen Queensland's training and employment landscape and support local workforce priorities.

This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution by promoting the benefits of training, increasing VET participation and completion rates, and helping build a skilled workforce for the future. Your ability to build strong relationships, resolve issues, and advocate for quality training opportunities will be key to your success.

As part of the DTET regional team, you will contribute to delivering localised services that align with the department's priorities. This includes:
• Regulating apprenticeships and traineeships to maintain high standards of training.
• Investing strategically in training to address skills shortages and improve workforce readiness.
• Supporting regional stakeholders to implement key programs such as Back to Work (BTW) and Skilling Queenslanders for Work (SQW).

You will also support continuous improvement in the VET sector and contribute to programs that showcase training excellence, such as the Queensland Training Awards.

About the role
As the Field Officer, you will:
• Provide guidance to employers, schools, training providers, and community organisations on VET programs, apprenticeships, traineeships, and workforce development initiatives.
• Promote the benefits of training, skills development, and VET pathways to increase participation and completion rates across Queensland.
• Support the planning and execution of regional training and workforce initiatives that create employment opportunities and address local skills gaps.

For a full list of duties and requirements, please refer to the role description.

What we are looking for
The ideal candidate will be someone who can:
• Demonstrate knowledge of, or the ability to quickly learn, Queensland's VET system, workforce development issues, and departmental programs.
• Research, collect and analyse data, investigate issues, manage projects, and make informed decisions to support regional objectives.
• Apply a principled and professional approach when working with colleagues and stakeholders, ensuring fairness and high-quality advice.

Everyone in the department is expected to role model leadership behaviours. This role requires the leadership capabilities of an Individual Contributor, as outlined in the Leadership Competencies for Queensland framework.

How to apply
To apply, please submit the following via the SmartJobs application page:
• Your current resume.
• A short statement (maximum one page) outlining why you are interested in this role and what motivates you to join our team.

Please ensure you refer to the Interested in Applying section of the role description for more detail on what to include in your application.

We are committed to appointing the best person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect and inclusion across our workforce. We believe these values are essential to our success and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact the nominated officer for this vacancy.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.         

Job Ad Reference: QLD/QLD/665011/25

Closing Date: Friday, 24 October 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
One Fixed Term Temporary Flexible part-time (0.8 FTE) position available for 58 hours pf/n.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package DTET 2025 (PDF, 783KB)
  
  
  665011 25 Role Description (Word, 201KB)