Full-time 38 hours per week, Fixed-term 12 month (Parental Leave Cover) Warrnambool Campus $76,951 per annum, plus superannuation The Application Officer is responsible for managing and assessing student applications, ensuring eligibility, suitability and compliance with course requirements, policies and regulatory standards. The role involves reviewing documentation, conducting suitability assessments, coordinating interviews where required and identifying appropriate support referrals. Working closely with teaching staff and internal support teams, the Application Officer helps ensure students are well informed, appropriately placed and supported from the start of their learning journey. The must haves Mandatory requirements Diploma or equivalent qualification or a willingness to undertake plus relevant industry experience High level of digital and computer literacy Employee Victorian Working with Children Check Satisfactory Police Check Valid Drivers Licence Highly desirable requirements Hold a qualification in Career management or equivalent industry experience. Experience within the education industry is highly desirable Hold Cert IV Training and Assessment (TAE) About us SWTAFE is the leading vocational education provider in South West Victoria. We offer a diverse range of courses across various industry sectors, spanning from healthcare and business, to trades, technology, arts and agriculture and more. We are committed to ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to navigate the challenges of the dynamic job market of today, and are equipped with the skills build a successful future career. As a place to work, we strive for a supportive, diverse workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in 2023 SWTAFE was ranked 1 in the Victorian TAFE sector for staff satisfaction. What we can offer you Priority applications to a Warrnambool council-run day care facility Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities Employee recognition program Continuous opportunities for tailored learning and development Accessible Employee Assistance Program including an easy to navigate app Any Questions? Please contact: Lisa Blake, Team Leader – Customer Experience ☎ ✉ A full position description is available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage. Applications close: Wednesday, 20 May 2026 Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check. How to apply If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would love to hear from you. To apply for the role, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter, which addresses the key selection criteria outlined in the position description. Don’t forget that you can utilise the SEEK website for great advice and resources, from resume writing through to interview tips. For local support in the South West with job readiness skills (from resume writing to interview tips), please contact the South West Skills and Jobs Centre. />Email: Phone: If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application, please contact South West TAFE's Recruitment Team on or by emailing South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment and embraces all forms of diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people with a variety of attributes, including but not limited to: A person with a disability Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Culturally and linguistically diverse LGBTIQA
