Electrical leadership · Leadership

Training and capability lead

Coordinates workforce competence, site verification and learning systems for a defined trade or operating area.

Indicative 2026 annual cash$135k–$190kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextSite rosters commonly include 8/6 or 2/1; project and Perth-based roles can differ.

Role at a glance

What this role actually does.

Coordinates workforce competence, site verification and learning systems for a defined trade or operating area. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.

The work

Core duties

  • 01

    Map role and equipment competence

  • 02

    Support trainers and assessors

  • 03

    Audit training records and close capability gaps

The assets

Equipment and systems

  • 01

    Competency matrices

  • 02

    Learning systems

  • 03

    Assessment evidence and training plans

Before mobilisation

Typical foundations

  • 01

    Credible vocational background

  • 02

    Training and assessment credential where delivering accredited VET

  • 03

    Employer authority for site verification and sign-off

Prove capability

Evidence employers can verify

  • 01

    Roles and standards covered

  • 02

    Assessment or governance decisions

  • 03

    Improvement in record quality and verified capability

Entry pathway

A credible way into the role.

  1. 01

    Develop trade or operational expertise

  2. 02

    Train and assess within credentialled scope

  3. 03

    Lead a defined site capability program

Earning context

What tends to move pay

  • 01

    Experience and verified scope

  • 02

    Roster, location and shift pattern

  • 03

    Employer, contract and allowances

Before accepting

Questions to ask about the offer

  • 01

    Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?

  • 02

    Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?

  • 03

    What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?

Progression

Possible next moves.

01Training superintendent

Lead people, work controls and handovers across a wider scope; statutory appointment and licence duties must be checked separately.

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02Operations superintendent

Lead people, work controls and handovers across a wider scope; statutory appointment and licence duties must be checked separately.

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03Technical support or trainer

Provides equipment troubleshooting or structured skills transfer, depending on the position's technical and training scope.

Related role band: $125k–$185k

Progression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 98 role profiles →

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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.