Training Manager

ESI Trainer & Assessor | Overhead Distribution

Location: Melbourne, VIC (Northern Suburbs / Field-Based)

Industry: Utilities, Energy & Electrical Infrastructure

Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Role Overview

Are you an experienced Lineworker with a passion for mentoring the next generation? A leading Tier 1 Infrastructure & Utilities provider is seeking a qualified ESI Trainer to lead high-quality training and competency development programs.

In this role, you will deliver structured training, gap analysis, and refresher courses aligned with Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead. You will play a critical role in ensuring our apprentices and experienced lineworkers operate with the highest standards of safety and technical excellence across Victoria and the East Coast.

Key Responsibilities

• Training Delivery: Conduct high-quality assessments and training for Overhead Distribution, including Glove and Barrier methods and HV operating procedures.

• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all programs meet ASQA and RTO requirements, as well as national safety protocols and legislative standards.

• Mentorship: Provide hands-on coaching and technical support to apprentices, trainees, and interstate/overseas lineworkers.

• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the creation and updating of course materials to reflect evolving industry needs and HSE frameworks.

• Safety Leadership: Champion a "Safety First" culture by implementing robust risk management and Critical Risk Controls during on-site and classroom sessions.

• Administration: Manage training registers, book sessions through the RTO, and maintain meticulous student records.

About You: As a Trainer

We are seeking a technical expert who can translate field experience into engaging classroom and on-the-job instruction.

• Qualifications: Must hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent).

• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience training ESI UET30621 programs with a deep understanding of Overhead Distribution.

• Licensing: Current State Electrical Supply Industry skills and Lineworker Registration/License are essential.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Proficient in maintaining ASQA training records and ensuring RTO compliance.

• Soft Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a national team.

• Mobility: Ability to travel across Victoria and the East Coast to deliver training on-premises and on-job.

Why Join Us?

• National Impact: Influence the safety and skill standards of the national power grid.

• Autonomy: Manage your own training schedules and delivery methods within a supportive framework.

• Innovation: Be at the forefront of integrating modern safety science into technical training.

• Career Stability: Join a business with a massive pipeline of work in the renewable energy and power distribution sectors.

How to Apply

If you are ready to transition your field expertise into a rewarding training career, Apply Now to join a leader in Australian Infrastructure.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.