Driver Instructor Darwin

Full Time, Ongoing

Salary: $90,354 - $96,446 Per Year, Plus Super

Location: Darwin Robertson Barracks

• Impart your skills and knowledge to others while working in a dynamic team
• Work hours vary providing some flexibility in rostering, plus ADO's
• Fitness passport, career growth, learning opportunities & more

ABOUT THE ROLE

Deliver professional training for Army personnel on military vehicles, focusing on safety and efficiency. Be part of a leading team in driver excellence.

Based at Robertson Barracks in Darwin, you'll join Wodonga TAFE's Defence Driver Training team, delivering engaging classroom and practical instruction to Army personnel operating Mercedes-Benz G Wagons, MAN 40M, HX77 vehicles and associated trailers. You'll also have opportunities to develop your capability across additional military vehicle platforms.

Working within an experienced and supportive team, you'll assess driver competency, coach learners to achieve Defence standards and help deliver nationally recognised driver training that emphasises safety, operational excellence and professionalism. As part of one of Australia's leading providers of Defence driver training, you'll contribute to programs that have a significant national and international impact.

Training and assessment are delivered in accordance with Defence requirements, the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and Wodonga TAFE's commitment to continuous improvement, quality and professional standards.

Unlike traditional truck driving roles, this position offers:

• Structured hours- rarely overnight stays, no weekend work, Say goodbye to long haul driving.
• Home most nights- your personal time is yours again providing a balanced lifestyle.
• Active, engaging work- not stuck in a cab all day, enjoy fresh air, sunshine.
• Time outdoors- enjoy the sunshine while delivering practical training.

Selected Duties

• Deliver high-quality classroom and practical driver training to Defence personnel in accordance with approved Defence, Industry and Wodonga TAFE standards and frameworks.
• Conduct on-road and off-road driver assessments, providing constructive feedback and coaching to develop safe, competent and confident drivers.
• Promote a strong safety culture by complying with WHS requirements, applying appropriate PPE, and actively contributing to risk management and incident prevention.
• Identify learner and program improvement opportunities, contributing to the ongoing development of training resources, delivery methods and assessment practices.
• Adapt training approaches to suit diverse learning needs while maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism and operational effectiveness.
• Build positive relationships with learners, colleagues and Defence stakeholders through clear communication, collaboration and professionalism.
• Maintain regulatory fitness to drive and ensure all training and assessment activities meet legislative and organisational compliance requirements.
• Represent Wodonga TAFE with integrity, professionalism and accountability while contributing to a positive, high-performing team culture.

Physical Requirements

The role requires the ability to:

• Stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Repeatedly enter and exit heavy vehicles.
• Perform manual handling tasks (e.g. securing loads, coupling and uncoupling equipment).
• Operate tools and equipment requiring grip strength and manual dexterity.
• Work in physically demanding conditions, including lifting, bending, and kneeling.

ABOUT YOU

Skills & Experience

Your values align to ours - Integrity + Respect, Community + Collaboration and Creativity + Innovation.

Essential

• Must be an Australian Citizen to be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.
• Must be able to undertake a pre-employment medical.
• Full Driver’s Licence with minimum HR endorsement with 12 months HR driving experience.
• Willing to obtain a Heavy Combination Licence within a timeframe stipulated on contract acceptance .
• Commitment to completion of TAEASS412, TLIM0011 and other requirements of the Assistant Driving Instructors course.

Desirable

• Transport industry experience.
• Heavy Combination Licence.

Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE) was established on 1 January 2026 following the amalgamation of GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE, bringing the two organisations together under a single, unified governance and operating framework.

NVITAFE strengthens vocational education across Northern Victoria by expanding course offerings, improving access and creating more choice for students and industry. While GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE continue to deliver training through their trusted local brands, NVITAFE provides the shared leadership, funding and strategic direction that enables alignment, capability uplift and long-term regional benefit.

With more than 1,100 employees and 14,800 students, NVITAFE plays a critical role in supporting learners, industry and communities across regional Victoria.

Strong governance underpins our ability to deliver high-quality vocational education and training for the communities we serve.

You can learn more about NVITAFE by visiting our website: www.nvitafe.edu.au

Child Safety Commitment

Central to our values, Wodonga TAFE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of young people, with Child Safety Officers on-site and Child Safety Policies. All staff must complete Child Safe Training and obtain and keep a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

• If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Michael Heath, Manager DMPT for a confidential conversation at 04
• 693 or Sign in to view email. For more information and to apply, visit the Careers page on the Wodonga TAFE website.

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 9 August 2026 . Interviews will be conducted prior to application closing date, and the position may be filled if a successful candidate is identified.

At Wodonga TAFE we are genuine about increasing the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our staff, students, and the broader Wodonga TAFE community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.