Take on more complex work, mentoring and quality accountability while building evidence for the next formal step.
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Trainer and assessor
Delivers structured workplace learning and assesses people against a defined task, competency or training product.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$120k–$175kGross, generally before super
Common roster context7/7, 8/6 and 2/1 are possible; continuous operations may rotate days and nights.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Delivers structured workplace learning and assesses people against a defined task, competency or training product. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Plan and deliver learning
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Observe practical performance
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Record fair, valid assessment decisions
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Training plans and learning systems
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Assessment tools
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Equipment verification records
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Current vocational expertise in the assessed work
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Applicable TAE or assessor credential for accredited VET
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Employer authority for site-specific verification
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Units, machines and learners covered
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Assessment method and records
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Feedback and currency of industry skills
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Develop real competence in the occupation
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Complete the credential for the training scope
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Co-assess before owning decisions
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Coordinates workforce competence, site verification and learning systems for a defined trade or operating area.
Related role band: $135k–$190kLead people, work controls and handovers across a wider scope; statutory appointment and licence duties must be checked separately.
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.