Position title: / Lecturer, Construction
Position number: / 35141
Position classification: / Academic Level B
Division: / VET Commerce and Industry
Location of position: / Howard Springs
Tenure of position: / Fixed Term
Immediate supervisor: / Program Manager, Berrimah Construction Services
Positions supervised: / Nil
Special features of position: / Training inmates in a prison facility
Position overview
Responsible for delivery of approved VET programs in general construction and carpentry including:
· Teaching, management and facilitation of culturally appropriate teaching and learning activities on site and on ‘live’ builds;
· Mentoring and coaching inmate students;
· Student assessments, maintenance of student records, supervision of students, and monitoring student progression;
· Participate in post-release employment pathways for inmate students.
Detailed Statement of Duties
Teaching & Resource Development
1. Provide instruction and other training support to inmate students, including work placements, and their support and follow up.
2. Prepare, deliver and evaluate training activities and work site requirements in general construction and carpentry.
3. In cooperation with other staff, including NT Department of Correctional Services NTDCS), produce training, resource and assessment materials.
4. Participate in flexible course delivery strategies.
5. Advise students on and document assessments of student performance according to the Assessment Rules of Batchelor Institute.
Student Support
6. Liaise with Correctional Services to monitor and support student training progress.
7. Consult with BCS Program Manager and counsel inmate students on their training progress and recommend appropriate action.
8. Maintain close liaison with BCS and Correctional Services staff on inmate student requirements and progress.
Administration
9. Assist with student induction and enrolment.
10. Provide regular progress reports on building activities (including photographic evidence, daily site diaries and WHS compliance), as required. Participate in performance management and quality assurance of projects and programs.
11. Assist with work based staff orientation.
12. Attend BCS meetings as required, and participate in quality assurance activities and programs.
13. Participate in validation, moderation of units and course monitoring.
Advocacy
14. Maintain positive professional relationships with inmate students and follow NTDCS guidelines and protocols.
Other
15. Other duties within the range of skills normally associated with this designation, as directed.
Essential selection criteria
1. A three (3) year qualification in general construction and carpentry and three (3) years’ experience relevant to this position.
2. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 401011) for delivery in the VET sector, or ability to obtain same within 6 months.
3. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively within the social, political and cultural environments of an industries sector of a prison communicate sensitively and effectively with Indigenous Australians.
4. Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of teaching and learning programs and resources in accordance with the relevant national training packages, responding effectively to the learning needs of adult Indigenous Australians.
5. Demonstrated capacity to manage the administrative tasks related to this position, ability to be an effective member of a culturally diverse team, and work independently or under direct supervision.
6. Must possess a Northern Territory ‘C’ class drivers licence with the ability to obtain an MR licence.
7. Demonstrated commitment to undertake professional development activities.
8. Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and application of Work Health Safety.
Desirable selection criteria
1. Nil
NOTE:
1. Copies of qualifications and evidence of experience MUST be submitted.
2. A Staffing Matrix MUST be completed on commencement of duties.
Position title: / Lecturer, ConstructionPosition number: / 35141
Position classification: / Academic B
Division: / VET Commerce and Industry
Department: / Berrimah Construction Services, Howard Springs
Tenure of position: / Fixed Term
Statement of duties attached: / Yes
Special features of this position
· Criminal history check mandatory
· Training inmates in a prison facility
Work related health issues to be considered
· Nil
Physical requirements of this position
Frequently or Continuously / Intermittently / Not Applicable1 / Stooping where hands pass below mid-thigh height / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
2 / Reaching above shoulder height / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
3 / Forward reaching >30cm away from the body / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
4 / Significant sideways twisting of the body / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
5 / Lifting objects weighing >5kg / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
6 / Normal colour vision / ☐ / ☐ / ☒
7 / Physical mobility and agility / ☒ / ☐ / ☐
8 / Working in a noise hazard area / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
9 / Climbing e.g. ladders / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
10 / Working in confined spaces / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
11 / Food Handling / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
12 / Driving motor vehicles; including four wheel drives, light rigid vehicles / ☒ / ☐ / ☐
13 / Exposure to chemicals; / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
14 / Exposure to dusts; unsealed roads / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
15 / Exposure to animals; / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
16 / Exposure to bio-hazards; / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
17 / Repetitive movements / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
18 / Outdoor work / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
19 / Use of screen-based equipment / ☒ / ☐ / ☐
20 / Use of protective clothing / ☐ / ☒ / ☐
21 / Other hazards, please specify: / ☐ / ☐ / ☒
Available training courses
1 / Bullying & Harassment In The Workplace / ☒2 / Due Diligence & The Liable Manager / ☒
3 / Ergonomics In The Workplace / ☒
4 / Fire Awareness & Emergency Evacuation Training / ☒
5 / Fire Warden Training / ☐
6 / Hazardous Substances Management (including accessing and using Chemgold11) / ☒
7 / Managing Stress / ☐
8 / Manual Handling & Back Care / ☒
9 / Occupational Health & Safety Representatives / ☒
10 / Workers’ Compensation & Rehabilitation, Including Incident Reporting / ☐
Version:
2015/1 / Authorised officer:
Program Manager, BCS / Approved:
Head of Division
Commerce and Industry / Review by:
31/01/2016