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We are looking for an organised and people-focused Vocational Placement Officer (AO3) to support students with vocational placement opportunities within Educational Delivery Support (EDS) at TAFE Queensland SkillsTech.  

This is a temporary full-time opportunity until 31 December 2026 based at the Bracken Ridge Campus, responsible for supporting Bracken Ridge, Eagle Farm and Caboolture campus based students.

This role helps domestic and international students connect with suitable host employers so they can complete required vocational placement and gain practical workplace experience.

You’ll work closely with students, Host Providers, internal teams, and other stakeholders to organise placements, prepare documentation, maintain accurate records and follow up issues when they arise.

This is a busy administrative and coordination role suited to someone who enjoys helping students, building relationships, working with systems, solving problems and keeping information accurate and up to date.

This position reports to the Operational Manager, Educational Delivery Support, and works closely with the broader EDS team and educational delivery teams. The role may be required to work across SkillsTech training centres, including Acacia Ridge, Alexandra Hills, Eagle Farm and Bracken Ridge. 

What we are looking for

• Strong administration skills and good attention to detail
• A friendly and professional approach when working with students, Host Providers and internal teams
• Confidence using computer systems, databases and Microsoft Office programs
• Good organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and follow up tasks
• A practical approach to problem solving, especially when placement issues or student needs change
• The ability to build positive working relationships with Host Providers and other stakeholders
• Willingness to learn and apply vocational placement requirements, including policies, procedures and compliance obligations
• Good written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear emails, records, reports and placement documents
• A team-focused attitude, with the ability to work independently when needed
• A genuine interest in supporting students to gain workplace experience and move toward employment

What you’ll be doing

• Provide information to students at orientation on the requirements for Vocational Placement
• Coordinate vocational placement arrangements for domestic and international students
• Work with students, Host Providers and internal teams to match students with suitable placement opportunities
• Build and maintain relationships with Host Providers and look for new placement opportunities in the community
• Assist in the completion of Vocational Placement Deeds between TAFE Queensland and Placement Providers
• Ensure Placement Providers are prepared for placements, and are provided with prescribed documentation
• Maintain accurate placement records using student management systems and other software
• Monitor student progress on placement, follow up issues and help identify practical solutions when concerns arise
• Support compliance activities, reporting, planning documents and correspondence related to vocational placement
• Gather logbooks and prepare them for assessment for educational staff
• Finalise results in the SMS for placements
• Work with the broader EDS team to support consistent placement processes and keep staff informed of relevant changes
• Contribute to improving templates, processes and ways of working across vocational placement

How you will be assessed

The ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

1. Understanding vocational placement requirements
   Ability to learn and apply the rules, policies and processes that support vocational placement for domestic and international students.
2. Communication and customer service
   Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, Host Providers, and internal teams.
3. Records, reporting and administration
   Ability to maintain accurate placement records, monitor placement activity and prepare clear correspondence, reports and planning documents.
4. Systems and computer skills
   Ability to confidently use computer systems, databases and software to enter, check and manage information.
5. Organisation, problem solving and teamwork
   Ability to manage competing priorities, respond to changing circumstances, solve problems, improve processes and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Requirements

Mandatory requirements:

• Nil 

Highly desirable:

• Experience in administration, student support, vocational placement, work experience coordination, or a busy customer service environment
• Customer service experience
• Confidence using student management systems, databases or other computer systems
• A current driver’s licence, as the role involves travel across SkillsTech training centres

Benefits of working with us

• Four (4) weeks recreation leave (annual accrual) 
• Flexible work options (e.g. Purchased leave, compressed hours, telecommuting)
• 12.75% Superannuation and Salary packaging options available
• Remote Area Incentive Scheme payments may be available to eligible candidates
• Locality Allowance
• Financial assistance towards relocation expenses may be available
• Professional development and study assistance available
• Wellbeing initiatives and social responsibility programs
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Access to private health corporate plans and corporate discounts (e.g. Fitness Passport, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products)
• Comprehensive Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) support options
• Work at Home Software (e.g. Adobe and Microsoft software)
• Employee discounts or deals related to work-at-home software, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products, fitness passports, and private health insurance.
• Annual staff recognition awards and years of service recognition
• Pride Network for LGBTQIA+ employees and allies
• Free car parking

How to apply

To apply for this role, please submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.

Your application should include:

• A current resume outlining your relevant skills and experience;
• A cover letter of no more than two pages, outlining how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the “How you will be assessed” criteria above; and
• The contact details for two referees, with one being your current supervisor where possible.

Closing date: 9:00am, Monday, 20 July 2026

Job Reference Number: TQ2026-650

For any questions about the role, please contact:

Nikki Thomas
Vocational Placement Officer, Educational Delivery Support
07 3244 0851
Nikki.Thomas@tafeqld.edu.au 

If you have questions about workplace adjustments, accessibility, or our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, please contact:

Amanda Laing
People & Culture
Phone: 07 3244 0765
Email: Amanda.Laing@tafeqld.edu.au

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. TAFE Queensland been named the Large Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Australian Training Awards. Our training is delivered to students and apprentices on-site, online, in the workplace, or on-campus to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies. 

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

In TAFE Queensland, SkillsTech region, we have a strong focus on workplace culture and we value employee collaboration, strong leadership and high performing teams. We believe that every employee has a role to play in “making great happen” through the embodiment of the following agreed behaviours in all the at we do:

• Show gratitude
• Collaborate proactively
• We do what we say
• Solutions focussed

Further information

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

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