National AVSEC Senior Trainer

About the role

Certis Australia delivers integrated security solutions, including aviation security, and is looking for a National AVSEC Senior Trainer. You will coordinate, develop and deliver training, accreditation and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs across cargo screening operations and regional airports nationally. Reporting to the Key Account Manager – AVSEC, you work with operational leaders, screening teams and the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to keep people competent, records accurate and training aligned with operational, contractual and regulatory requirements. This is a hands-on role with no direct reports and a requirement to travel nationally.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate TSP training and deliver initial, refresher, remedial and site-specific programs, balancing training schedules with operational coverage.
• Support screening officer accreditation by coordinating and conducting assessments, monitoring annual requirements and arranging coaching, reassessment and remedial training.
• Develop annual CPD plans covering theoretical and practical competency requirements, monitor completion and keep content current.
• Audit training and competency records against regulatory and approved Transport Security Program (TSP) requirements, address gaps and support inspections and customer audits.
• Maintain the AVSEC training, accreditation and CPD dashboard, track expiries and overdue requirements, report risks and work with managers to close outstanding actions.
• Mentor screening officers and supervisors, standardise training and assessment approaches and improve training materials and procedures.
• Follow Certis policies, report hazards and risks promptly and contribute to continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122).
• Relevant aviation security screening qualifications and operational experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering aviation security training and competency assessments.
• Sound knowledge of the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004, the Aviation Transport Security Regulations 2005 and applicable Aviation Screening Notices.
• Understanding of approved TSPs and screening officer accreditation requirements.
• Experience maintaining training records, compliance registers and reporting systems.
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally.

Desirable experience

• Experience as an authorised aviation screening officer accreditor.
• Conducting aviation security compliance audits.
• Developing annual CPD programs or working in an RTO environment.
• Experience with Power BI, learning management systems and compliance dashboards, and exposure to both cargo screening and regional airport operations.

What we offer

• A friendly, inclusive environment that values cultural diversity.
• Growth and development opportunities, including an employee learning management system.
• An employee discount program for you and your family.
• A wellbeing program and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.