Careers at Rocky Bay

Department Head - Training, Education and Learning

Build. Lead. Transform.

• Permanent Full Time Position
• Competitive Salary + Salary Packaging options and Excellent Team Culture

This is your opportunity to build something that matters.

We are seeking a visionary, commercially astute leader to elevate our training and education function - growing our accredited (RTO) and fee-for-service offerings while launching a sector-leading Disability Academy of Excellence.

This role sits at the intersection of social impact and commercial growth, shaping workforce capability across the disability sector.

The Opportunity

You will;
• Lead and grow accredited and non-accredited training programs
• Expand into new markets (schools, families, corporate and government)
• Design and launch a flagship Academy of Excellence
• Ensure strong RTO compliance and quality standards
• Position the organisation as a leader in workforce development

Why It Matters;
• Improve outcomes for people with disability
• Address workforce shortages and capability gaps
• Deliver modern, scalable training solutions
• Build a platform for growth beyond WA

Key Focus Areas;
• Operational Excellence: High-quality, compliant training and continuous improvement
• Commercial Growth: Revenue growth, new markets, scalable offerings
• Academy Development: Design and deliver innovative, multi-modal learning programs
• Leadership: Lead teams, drive transformation, foster innovation

What You Bring;
• Experience leading training, education, or workforce development functions
• Strong RTO knowledge and compliance expertise
• Proven success in growing services or commercial offerings
• Experience leading transformation or complex programs
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Experience in disability, health or community services is highly regarded.

Why Join Us;
• Make a meaningful sector-wide impact
• Build and lead a flagship Academy
• Influence strategy at an executive level
• Drive growth and innovation in a values-driven organisation

Requirements;
• Relevant qualifications
• RTO experience
• National Police Check
• Driver’s Licence
• Full working rights

Benefits;
• Competitive employee benefits including discounts with HBF Health, Ultra Tune servicing, JB HiFi and Flight Centre
• Refer a friend bonus – receive $2,000
• Access to fleet vehicles for work-related travel and free onsite parking
• Purchased Leave Program – boost your annual leave to up to 6 weeks per year
• Salary packaging of up to $18,550 to increase your take-home pay
• Health and wellness initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program and discounted Fitstop gym membership

If you're ready to build, lead and transform a function that will shape the future of disability workforce capability, we’d love to hear from you.

Click the APPLY button to submit your application. You can also search us on social media platforms by using our hashtag - #therockybayway

At Rocky Bay, inclusivity is a top priority, and that includes making our recruitment process accessible for everyone. If you need any adjustments to accommodate your unique situation or want more information about the role, please reach out to us at recruitment@rockybay.org.au We're here to help!

For more details about career advancement and opportunities at Rocky Bay, please click on the link below; https://www.rockybay.org.au/careers-with-us/

At Rocky Bay, we come from all walks of life. We all have different backgrounds and experiences, making us who we are. We’re building a culture where uniqueness is valued- whether race, gender, disability, age, religion or LGBTQIA+ identity. We are committed to building an inclusive team, making us the best we can be. We encourage you to apply.

Rocky Bay acknowledges the traditional custodians on whose land we work, the people of the Noongar and Yamatji nations, and recognise their continued connection to the land, waters and skies. We pay our respect to their Leaders - past present and emerging.

We are committed to building an inclusive team, making us the best we can be. We encourage you to apply.