Course Coordinator - Refrigeration

If you’re an experienced refrigeration or air-conditioning professional who’s made the move into teaching, coordination or training delivery, this role is your chance to lead with purpose and make a real difference.
Careers in Demand Recruitment is partnering with a leading Victorian education provider seeking a passionate Course Coordinator – Refrigeration to guide program delivery, support a talented team of educators, and ensure every student gains the skills and confidence to succeed in industry.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
This is a rare blend of career progression, purpose and balance.
You’ll enjoy:

• Genuine work/life balance through hybrid and flexible working options
• A strong sense of purpose leading programs that change lives through education
• Stability and respect in one of Victoria’s most established training organisations
• Opportunities to grow your leadership career in vocational education
• Attractive salary package – EM1

What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll take charge of the day-to-day leadership of the Refrigeration program — guiding educators, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards of delivery and engagement.
Key responsibilities include:

• Mentoring and developing teaching staff to maintain vocational and industry currency
• Managing course timetabling, budgets, and planning
• Ensuring compliance with VET and quality frameworks (SRTOs, VRQA, ESOS)
• Driving student engagement, satisfaction and retention
• Collaborating with industry partners to align training with workforce needs
• Contributing to curriculum innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

About You
You’re an educator and leader with deep refrigeration trade knowledge, a commitment to vocational learning, and a people-first approach.
To succeed, you’ll bring:

• A relevant qualification (AQF5 or above) and trade/professional qualification in Refrigeration or a related field
• Strong experience in VET teaching, assessment, and curriculum development
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teaching teams and drive quality outcomes
• Solid understanding of competency-based training and VET compliance
• Skill in budgeting, planning, and timetabling
• Familiarity with blended learning and digital delivery tools
• A collaborative, inclusive and values-driven leadership style
• Victorian Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

The Benefits
You’ll be joining an organisation that genuinely looks after its people.
Enjoy:

• Flexible work options and hybrid arrangements
• Career development programs and clear advancement pathways
• Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental and family leave
• Health and wellbeing initiatives – free flu shots, health checks, counselling access
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• On-campus perks including staff discounts, training incentives, and wellness programs

Make an Impact That Lasts
This is a chance to lead a respected trade program, empower educators, and help shape the future of the refrigeration workforce.
Apply now with your resume and a short cover letter outlining your leadership experience and motivation.