Trainer Assessor - Trades (Carpentry)

Company Description

Builders Academy Australia is one of the country’s leading providers of building and construction training. Founded by industry for industry, we’re backed by the Simonds Group — one of Australia’s largest homebuilders — giving our students and staff access to real-world experience, strong employer connections, and a pathway to success in the construction sector.

At BAA, we’re passionate about shaping the next generation of skilled professionals. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality training that combines practical, hands-on learning with industry relevance and strong student support. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and driven by a shared purpose — to help people build their careers from the ground up.

Job Description

As a Carpentry Trainer & Assessor at Builders Academy Australia (BAA), you’ll play a key role in shaping the next generation of builders by delivering and assessing high-quality apprenticeship, school-based, and workplace-based training. This role will include regular travel to workplaces and trade training centres, you’ll support apprentices and trainees to achieve their qualifications and career goals. This hands-on role combines training delivery, student support, and industry engagement, ensuring compliance with RTO standards and contributing to continuous improvement across our training programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Cover sites across the Western regions, including Geelong and Bacchus Marsh
• Deliver engaging, compliant, and high-quality Carpentry training and assessment across classroom and workplace settings.
• Prepare, plan, and facilitate sessions that cater to diverse learning styles and align with industry and compliance standards.
• Support apprentices and trainees through regular communication, feedback, and progress monitoring to ensure successful outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, students, and key stakeholders to enhance the student experience and program effectiveness.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• Trade qualification in Carpentry or equivalent
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience in apprenticeship-based training
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High attention to detail, time management, and LMS/CRM proficiency

Additional Requirements

• Valid Australian working rights & Working with Children's Check (Employee) or willingness to obtain
• Police Check and medical (if required)
• Willingness to travel to training venues and worksites
• Participation in ongoing PD and compliance training

Additional Information

• $85,000 base + super + car allowance $17k
• Position details: Permanent, full-time (38hrs per week)

To find out more about us, please visit www.buildersacademy.com.au 

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