• Join the Virgin Australia, Training Academy Team and get ready to welcome our new E-Jet aircraft!
• 6 month contract initially
• Ideally Perth based but other locations will be considered

About Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA)

VARA operates out of Perth Airport and has a modern fleet that predominantly conduct charter operations throughout regional Western Australia. We are currently on a growth path and introducing the new Embraer E190-E2 aircraft into our fleet. This will enable us to continue to maintain a strong focus on supporting our major clients in the mining industry - the future is exciting!

What you’ll be doing:

You will play a pivotal role in preparing a dynamic team for the exciting launch of our first E190-E2 flights later this year. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of our Ramp team’s success by designing specialized, cutting-edge training materials and courses.

Your expertise will ensure that our ramp staff is fully equipped and prepared to greet our first aircraft with confidence and professionalism. This is not just about design—once the training materials are complete, you’ll also work alongside our Academy Trainers to deliver and engage with our teams, ensuring that every Ramp member excels in their role.

This hybrid role offers the perfect blend of creativity and hands-on training. After crafting high-quality course content, you’ll take on the rewarding challenge of supporting the delivery, ensuring our teams are fully ready for takeoff.

As a Training Design & Delivery Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Implementing integrated learning and development packages for our Ramp teams that accurately reflect the needs of the business
• Assisting in the design of courseware including the definition of training objectives, delivery method (e.g. facilitation and computer-based), activities, content, media selection, and assessment instruments
• Reviewing course feedback forms, safety investigations, safety data trends, and audit findings to make improvements or updates to courseware
• Network and maintain relationships with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from the frontline
• Support with delivering classroom and practical training for the Ramp team – Induction, Recurrent and Up-skilling training
• Maintain operational knowledge of the Ramp role, airline regulations, and skills

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor Degree, Diploma, Cert IV qualification in teaching, adult learning, training & assessment or equivalent or experience in a similar role
• Ideally, demonstrated experience in course material design in Airline Ground Operations or an operational role
• Ramp team member experience
• Previous experience in training – classroom, practical, on the job
• Strong understanding of appropriate CASA regulations
• Exceptional interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to engage and deliver content, and engage stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate and build long-term stakeholder relationships

What you’ll get from us:

• Great fares – domestic and international travel benefits for you, your family, and your friends.
• Industry discounts – lounge membership, hotels, travel insurance, car hire, tours, and retail – you name it, we have a deal for it.
• Health and wellbeing – access to discounted fitness programs.
• Corporate health insurance – multiple offers across multiple partners to suit your lifestyle.
• Diverse career paths and career development.

Equality rules

We’re all individuals. We love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply? We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.