Training Manager

Response Group International is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
ABOUT RESPONSE GROUP INTERNATIONAL (RGI)
Founded in Australia, Response Group International has grown from a local consultancy to a formidable consortium of global businesses, each dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of people, organisations, and communities worldwide. Our evolution is a testament to our foundational belief in the transformative power of Systems Leadership and our relentless pursuit of excellence in solving the complex challenges faced by the modern workplace.
Response Group International is a leading provider of workforce solutions, specializing in connecting skilled workers from the Philippines with Australian employers in a transparent and ethical manner. We have partnered with reputable recruitment agencies, TESDA qualified training institutions, and manufacturing facilities to ensure that candidates are well-prepared for roles in the Australian Meat Processing industry.
ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT SCHOOL (AMS)
The Australian Meat School is the first and only Australian standard vocational training school in Vietnam equipped with Response Group's certified 482 Assessment Services. Under the partnership between RGI and San Ha Company Limited, AMS provides training that meets Australia's high standards, preparing participants for immediate employment and long-term career growth within the VISA 482 framework.
Position Title Training Manager - Australian Meat School, Vietnam
Portfolio or Function Operations
Manager Country Director - Vietnam & Philippines
Job Role
The Training Manager is responsible for identifying and assessing training needs, creating tailored training plans, and implementing various training methods to enhance the students' skills and performance. They monitor training program effectiveness, create and circulate student reports, manage budgets, and stay up to date on training options and requirements.
ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Organisation Purpose
Supporting people, organisations and communities to improve their effectiveness over time.
Our Agreement
- Issues that occur are about process issues not people - We will assume positive intention in others
- Seek first to understand then be understood - Ask first, listen second and talk third (get the data from the right people)
- Mindfulness - stay in the moment / conversation
- Involve the relevant people - Work for Clarity - Ask "am I clear?"
- Be mindful of people's personal state & mythologies - What have these been informed by? How will they perceive this?
- Everyone has the authority to (respectfully) ask questions for clarification, contribution and challenge.
Context
- RGI is in the business of supporting the sustainable development of client organisations including the people who work in them. We do this through the delivery of Organisational Development support (OD) amongst other services.
- We use training and development as a primary (but not exclusive) intervention strategy including the provision of accredited training through our RTO's. We also deliver direct organisational support to clients as well as via trusted Joint Ventures partners. We are open to new ways to identify & deliver value to people, organisations & society.
- We provide support and services to clients across multiple industries and levels of work. As such our structure is about being clear on core work and will always include working closely with others across these
Role Purpose
Primarily project-based training and skills development of workers in either Vietnam, Australia and potentially the Philippines.
Core Work of the Role
What will this role be held accountable for?
- Attend the Australian Meat School each week and provide highly professional and effective training and assessment services to enrolled students at the Australian Meat School.
- Liaise with key partners to determine training needs and ensure appropriate training sessions are scheduled and delivered
- Daily requirements include:
o proactively working with trainees to improve their skills and knowledge levels; ensuring these are appropriately developed to ensure they address essential requirements for the Australian meat processing industry.
o Grow and extend the knowledge level of essential skills and processes applied in the trainee's work environment.
o Ensure training materials and content are current, accurate and effective and aligned with the Course Content outlined for the AMPC Ethical Labour Project.
- Maintain concise records of all training undertaken and copies of all relevant documentation are accurately completed e.g.
o Enrolment Forms.
o Attendance Sheets.
o Assessment Results Sheets.
o Completed Student Records of Assessment.
o Completed File Notes / Monitoring Form.
- Ensure Response Project Team is advised of any changes to or new training plans.
- Ensure training milestones and goals are achieved while adhering to approved training program and budget requirements where relevant.
- Maintain currency of qualifications and relevant industry experience
Direct Reports: Not applicable
Pivotal (non reporting role) Relationships
- Project team for the AMPC Ethical Labour Corridor project
- Visiting trainers
Performance Parameters
- Demonstrate alignment with our culture and ethos (refer Our Purpose & Agreement).
- Demonstrate ethics and integrity in dealing with external and internal clients.
- Update student records on a weekly basis in the student tracker provided.
- Generate Weekly Progress Report / Update to Project Management Team for all enrolled students.
- Escalate details of any student not progressing as required to the Project Management Team. Details should also include proposed action to address the concerns identified.
o Participate and contribute to reviews of progress, outcomes and future improvements.
o Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional way.
- Update project progress in Click up on a weekly basis
- Maintain student records to an auditable standard