INDUSTRY LIAISON OFFICER

• Full time fixed term contract until 29 December 2028

• ASO6 salary range $102,171 - $108,071 p.a. + super 

• Based at multiple TAFE campuses, some travel required

• View: Role Description

The Opportunity

This role facilitates Industry engagement, supporting the Centre of Excellence in the identification of requirements and solutions to improve National Security and Defence industry training, and education programs throughout Australia. Under the direction of the Manager, Strategic Engagement and with the support of the Centre of Excellence team, the Industry Liaison Officer will liaise with internal and external stakeholders and facilitate the development and operation of stakeholder engagement for National Security aligned with strategic engagement strategies of the Centre.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to build and maintain professional relationships with staff, industry partners, educational institutions, government agencies, and community organisations.

• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in the conduct of research and analysis to provide recommendations on engagement approaches to senior managers.

• Strong ability to develop tailored engagement, consultation and communication strategies to support the delivery of projects. This may include the management and support of events.

What You Need to Know

A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment.

Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.

Why TAFE SA?

TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high quality education and skills training across South Australia. Join an innovative team shaping job-ready students and creating life-changing opportunities. More than a job, make real impact! GO GET IT!

Perks & Benefits

Life at TAFE SA comes with perks you’ll love:

• Generous leave entitlements including Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Family & Domestic Violence, Special and Cultural leave that supports cultural diversity and First Nations

• Purchase Annual Leave

• Salary Sacrifice / Salary Packaging options

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Health & Wellbeing Program

• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance conditions

• Inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture

• Career development and progression

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Ready to Shape the Future?

Click "Apply" - we’re excited to hear from you! Share your resume and a response to the selection criteria outlined in the role description (maximum two pages). All applications must be submitted online.

For enquiries, please contact Michelle Hopkins – Manager, Strategic Engagement via email at [email protected]

Applications close: 14 June 2026 at 11:45pm

Inclusion and Flexibility Statement 

Be you, be valued, be included. At TAFE SA, we celebrate diversity and encourage all applicants, including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need support applying? Let us know!

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