Training and Assessment Manager –  National Heavy Vehicle Driver Competency Framework

Austroads is looking for a Training and Assessment Manager to assist in the successful development and implementation of the National Heavy Vehicle Driver Competency Framework (NHVDCF) – developed by Australian governments to set minimum competency and assessment standards for heavy vehicle drivers across all Australian states and territories.

As part of the NHVDCF team and reporting to the Project Director, this position is responsible for leading the refinement and finalisation of NHVDCF training and assessment materials based on stakeholder feedback and trial activities, ensuring they meet national standards and industry requirements.

The role will also oversee development of associated business rules that are needed for the successful operation of the NHVDCF across all three learning stages: online, face-to-face, and final competency assessment.

The Training and Assessment Manager will support implementation of the NHVDCF by states and territories and oversee the development of comprehensive train-the-trainer materials and programs to support the heavy vehicle training industry to effectively adapt to and implement the NHVDCF.

Major responsibilities/accountabilities

The role is responsible for:

• Leading development of NHVDCF training and assessment materials: This role will lead the review, analysis, and refinement of existing, draft NHVDCF training and assessment materials to meet national consistency requirements and industry best practices.
• Vendor management: Oversee the work of contracted service providers to support the development and delivery of NHVDCF materials, including contract management and work planning.
• Leading stakeholder feedback processes: Systematically collect, analyse and incorporate feedback from industry representatives, and state and territory transport authorities to ensure the NHVDCF training and assessment materials are fit for purpose.
• Supporting industry trial activities: As part of the project team, support the design and conduct industry-based test and trial activities that help to further refine the NHVDCF materials, working with a number of states and territories. This includes, gathering insights on effectiveness, usability, and implementation challenges that will inform the development of materials.
• Train-the-trainer program development: Design and develop a train-the-trainer program with comprehensive materials and resources to support successful trialling and implementation of the NHVDCF with the heavy vehicle training and assessment industry across all jurisdictions.
• National implementation support: Providing ongoing support and advice to states and territories as they prepare for the multi-year implementation period for the NHVDCF, including developing implementation guides, support materials, and troubleshooting resources.
• Quality assurance and standardisation: Ensure all NHVDCF materials maintain consistent quality standards, align with national competency frameworks, and support uniform implementation across all Australian states and territories
• Industry engagement and consultation: Facilitate ongoing consultation with heavy vehicle industry representatives and training providers to ensure NHVDCF materials are relevant, practical and aligned with industry needs.
• Cross-jJurisdictional coordination: Work collaboratively with state and territory representatives to ensure NHVDCF materials and implementation approaches are adaptable to different jurisdictional requirements while maintaining national consistency.
• Documentation and version control: Maintain comprehensive documentation of all material revisions, feedback incorporation, and implementation support resources, ensure proper version control and distribution of updated materials to stakeholders.

The Training and Assessment Manager will possess:

• Vocational education qualifications: Relevant tertiary qualifications in vocational education, training and assessment, or related field. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent) as a minimum requirement, with additional qualifications in curriculum design or instructional design highly desirable.
• Materials development and refinement: Extensive experience in instructional design, including the development, review and finalisation of training and assessment materials within the vocational education sector.
• Train-the-trainer program experience: Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering train-the-trainer programs, including development of trainer resources, facilitation guides, and support materials for adult educators and industry trainers.
• Stakeholder engagement and consultation: Proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including industry representatives, government agencies, training providers and regulatory bodies. Experience in facilitating consultation processes and incorporating feedback into project outcomes is highly regarded.
• Quality assurance and standardisation: Understanding of quality frameworks, standardization processes, and continuous improvement methodologies in vocational education contexts, particularly in multi-jurisdictional implementations.
• Communication and facilitation skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to develop clear, comprehensive materials for diverse audiences and facilitate training sessions for adult learners and industry professionals.

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Heavy vehicle industry experience: Demonstrated experience in heavy vehicle operations, training, or related transport industry sectors. Understanding of heavy vehicle regulations, safety requirements, industry practices, and national competency frameworks.

Personal qualities

A successful candidate will need to present a professional image and build strong relationships across the enterprise. Specifically, the role requires:

• Strong interpersonal skills, including within projects and across different stakeholders.
• Well-developed relationship management, communication, consultation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and a capacity to meet challenges through the application of personal initiative and development of innovative options and solutions.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, including strong conceptual skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement.
• Comfort working in an environment which is constantly evolving.

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