Are you passionate about helping young people move from school into training or employment? Queensland Pathways State College (QPSC), Metropolitan North Campuses (Bracken Ridge and Moreton Bay), is seeking an Industry and Vocational Training Officer to build strong connections between students, industry, and training providers. This role supports School-Based Apprenticeships, Traineeships, and work-readiness pathways for students facing barriers to mainstream education, helping them achieve meaningful post-school outcomes.

Job details

About the School

Queensland Pathways State College (QPSC) is a unique state school dedicated to supporting young people aged 15 to 18 who face significant barriers to mainstream education. With campuses across Queensland, including Bracken Ridge and Moreton Bay, QPSC offers a 12-month senior transitions program focusing on literacy, numeracy, workplace skills, and wellbeing. The college values diversity, culture, and individualised support, ensuring every student has a clear pathway to success, whether through further education, training, or employment. QPSC is committed to fostering respect, unity, and belief in every student's potential.

About the Role

The Industry and Vocational Training Officer plays a vital role in connecting students with meaningful vocational pathways, including School-Based Apprenticeships, Traineeships, and work readiness programs. Reporting to the Head of Campus, this part/full-time (0.9 FTE) temporary position operates during school hours, with additional days off during school holidays.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with industry and business to source School-Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship opportunities for students.
• Developing engagement activities and marketing the benefits of vocational training as a career pathway preference for students.
• Providing guidance for work experience placement programs, including monitoring students in the workplace and managing records as per departmental policy.
• Coordinating student recruitment into post-school pathway options and supporting enrolment processes.
• Supporting students through one-on-one and small group learning, wellbeing, and work readiness programs.

This role would suit someone passionate about vocational education, with strong networking skills and a commitment to supporting young people in overcoming barriers to education and employment.

About You

The following traits would be beneficial:

• Experience in engaging with industry and business to create vocational opportunities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of School-Based Apprenticeships, Traineeships, and vocational education pathways.
• Ability to develop and implement marketing and engagement strategies.
• Organisational skills to manage programs, events, and student placements effectively.

Why Join Us

At QPSC, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young people. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, build meaningful industry connections, and contribute to the success of students as they transition into training or employment pathways. Join us in inspiring belief, fostering respect, and building unity for every student's success.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

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

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

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

• MNR679029_26T - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants