At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
Drive the future of Defence! As the RTO Manager, you’ll be at the heart of growing and empowering our vital workforce—fuelling the next generation of Defence capability.
Your work will be key to building strategic partnerships with the Commonwealth and shaping the force that protects Australia. Become the difference-maker who enables the war fighter to TRAIN – FIGHT - WIN.
Within this dynamic and rapidly expanding setting, our Thales Ordnance Training Centre (TOTC) operates as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), offering a wide array of qualifications ranging from Certificate II in Explosive Ordnance to Graduate Certificate-level qualifications in Explosives.
In this exciting role, you will be involved in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the RTO, working closely with the senior leadership team within the Division to define the strategic direction of the business. This could involve delivering services to organizations, both nationally and internationally, and steering the RTO towards becoming a commercially thriving business entity.
Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor teams, fostering a positive culture, and driving innovation and project management for exceptional service
Oversee RTO compliance, reporting, and legal adherence to regulations and standards like AQTF and RTO Standards
Create and execute a growth-focused strategic plan for the RTO
Supervise RTO administration, encompassing finances, records, and reporting
Efficiently manage student enrolment processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Develop training strategies and materials through quality assurance and innovation
Identify growth opportunities, build relationships, and promote TOTC training products for expansion
Explore opportunities to expand the range of training programs and services
Requirements:
A proven leadership experience in an RTO or related educational setting
Tertiary qualification such as Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or higher is required
Track record in effectively managing multi-disciplinary teams
Strong commitment to continuous improvement and innovative training processes
Solutions-oriented mindset for issue identification and resolution to ensure compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Learning and Student Management Systems, and educational design software
Demonstrated organizational, project management, and administrative skills with a knack for task prioritization and meeting deadlines
Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.
As part of our commitment, we offer:
Salary packaging includes healthcare and bonus payments
Recognised leader in reservist employee support
Flexible Work Arrangement Options
Leading leave policies
Growth and Development opportunities
Study Assistance
Access to a network of the best people (A Noble Prize winner on our staff list!)
Gym Membership (Fitness passport)
ThalesFlex – flexibility working is our everyday
Family Support through our partnership with Parents at Work
Employee Share Purchase Plans
Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech)
And much more!
Good to Know
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
Prior to offer you’ll complete a pre-employment police and medical.
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Skills Required
- Proven leadership experience in an RTO or related educational setting
- Tertiary qualification such as Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or higher
- Track record in effectively managing multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience overseeing RTO compliance with AQTF and RTO Standards
- Strong commitment to continuous improvement and innovative training processes
- Solutions-oriented mindset for issue identification and resolution to ensure compliance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Learning and Student Management Systems, and educational design software
- Demonstrated organizational, project management, and administrative skills with task prioritization
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
- Australian citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance
- Ability to pass pre-employment police and medical checks
Thales Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thales and has not been reviewed or approved by Thales.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans with employer contributions and matches, profit sharing, and share purchase opportunities are emphasized across multiple regions. These elements are positioned as competitive components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO that increases with tenure, paid holidays, and paid military, maternity, and paternity leave are described. This breadth supports work–life balance across locations.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid work options, flexible schedules, and parental supports such as childcare benefits and leave for sick children are available in several markets. Flexibility is presented as a core part of the employee experience.
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What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
