Learning and Development Officer

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

Join the City of Sydney and play a key role in developing frontline capability within our City Rangers unit. We’re looking for an experienced Learning & Development professional to co-design and deliver learning solutions that support compliance, performance, and staff development.

Key responsibilities:

• provide advice and support to managers on training needs, tailored learning programs and professional development solutions
• design, develop and deliver learning solutions aligned with adult learning principles and compliance requirements
• collaborate with People & Culture to tailor corporate training for City Rangers staff
• coordinate external providers and manage training logistics
• maintain accurate training records and up-to-date learning & development materials
• support onboarding and induction processes.

We’re looking for someone with:

• certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• proven experience designing and delivering learning programs, preferably in a regulatory or local government setting
• knowledge of local government legislation and training compliance requirements
• sound Microsoft Office and database management skills.

This is a great opportunity to make an impact in a high-performing team committed to service excellence and community outcomes.

Apply now and help shape the future of frontline services at the City of Sydney.

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Friday 1st August.

For more information, contact Teresa de Leon, Manager Business Optimisation on 02 9246 7627 or 0438 292500

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333.