THE POSITION:
The Organisational Development and Learning Coordinator is a pivotal role responsible for leading Council's learning and organisational development function, driving initiatives that build workforce capability, strengthen leadership effectiveness and enhance employee experience. Working in partnership with leaders across the organisation, you will identify capability needs, develop contemporary learning solutions and contribute to a positive, high-performing workplace culture.
Reporting to the Manager People and Culture, you will combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to design, implement and continuously improve learning, leadership and organisational development programs that support Council's workforce needs and strategic objectives. You will lead training needs analysis, develop and facilitate learning programs and workshops, coordinate leadership development initiatives, and provide coaching and mentoring to leaders and employees at all levels.
In this role, you will oversee Council's Learning Management System (LMS), corporate induction program, compliance training requirements and workforce development initiatives, including trainee, apprentice and work experience programs. You will also develop and maintain e-learning content, manage the annual training calendar and ensure learning solutions align with organisational priorities and emerging workforce requirements.
ABOUT YOU:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Organisational Development, Management, Business or a related discipline and/or substantial relevant experience
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)
- Current Driver's Licence
- Extensive experience across the full learning and development lifecycle
- Experience designing, developing and facilitating training programs within a complex organisation
- Demonstrated experience developing leadership capability frameworks and programs
- Experience conducting training needs analysis and workforce capability assessments
- Strong coaching, mentoring and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience managing Learning Management Systems and e-learning content
- Experience managing training budgets and measuring return on investment
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation and relationship-building skills
- Knowledge of contemporary learning, culture and organisational development practices
- Understanding of relevant employment and local government legislation
SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
- Permanent full-time position, working 70 hours per fortnight
- This position is a Grade 8, with a salary range of $119,079 p.a. with progression to $131,440 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, and performance progression up to $139,486 p.a., plus superannuation
- A motor vehicle benefit is available
Fairfield City Council offers a great working environment, where your career development and work life balance matters. We offer a range of benefits including:
- Flexible work arrangements such as a hybrid work arrangement
- Study assistance including up to 10 days Study Leave
- Wellbeing initiatives including Flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym
- Free onsite parking
- Significant leave benefits 10 days Sick/Personal Leave, 5 days MyLeave per year
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
FURTHER CONTACTS:
Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Manager People and Culture, Michael Milczarek on 9725 0104. A position description is attached for your information.
CLOSING DATE:
Friday, 24 July 2026, 5:00pm
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must address selection criteria (i.e. knowledge, skills and experience) outlined in the Position Description. Applications should be addressed to the contact person listed above and received by the closing date.
Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.
We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.
PO BOX 21 FAIRFIELD NSW 1860
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