We’re Hiring: Industry Based Learning, Training Academy Assistant
At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we support Industry Based Learning year after year and continue to develop our program and students who participate. We have had many successful applicants carve their future careers in our industry after building sound career foundations through our IBL program. Our company too, continues to be well positioned as a global leader in the manufacturing of high quality commercial vehicles with three high-profile brands - Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Fuso Truck and Bus and Freightliner. Innovators in our industry, we have a clear vision to be the undisputed leader of the truck and bus industry in Australia, and we share a common Daimler Trucks purpose across the globe- For All Who Keep The World Moving!
This 2024 IBL program, based in our Aftersales team, focuses on our Training Academy andcommences mid-January 2024. You will need to commit to full-time office hours until end of January 2025. To qualify for this program, you must be an undergraduate student currently completing your penultimate year of study. As at January 2024, you must have a remaining 12 months or 2 semesters of study to complete your degree. Ideally, you are studying a Business / Marketing / HR or similar degree.
Based at our corporate Head Office in Mulgrave, and with an open mind towards today’s flexible working needs, we strive to offer fantastic on the job work experience combined with professional development opportunities to enable you to kick-start your future. We provide you with on-going on-line and in-person learning opportunities addressing business etiquette, systems, and networking training to address the development of your technical and soft skills early in your career. Our quarterly L & D calendar will further supplement and support your growth and connectedness to your career. In addition to this, we will offer you the opportunity to take part in our mentoring program to address individual development needs.
The role:
We are looking for a dynamic and innovative university student to join the team as an IBL Training Academy Assistant. Our 2024 IBL Program will expose you to real jobs, real experiences and real learning which will allow you to gain valuable workplace experience relevant to your chosen field of study. This 12-month opportunity, starting in 2024, is to learn and work alongside our experienced team of professionals across our Training Academy team, accelerating your learning and gaining valuable exposure to our brand and corporate values. It will be an amazing opportunity to contribute to our purpose, For All Who Keep The World Moving.
Within this Training Academy Assistant role, you will have an opportunity to immerse yourself and assist in coordinating the Daimler Truck Training Academy, which is responsible for a variety of technical and non-technical training for our industry-leading Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner and Fuso products. Your role will include office coordination, being a key contact for the Daimler New Hire Induction Program, maintaining databases and providing support to the Dealer Network. You have the opportunity to learn and contribute to Daimler Truck training days, coordinating sessions, liaising with external providers, and assisting with some marketing activities. This is the perfect role for someone looking to have a great work life balance, with an opportunity to work from 7am until 3pm ensuring that the Training Centre is up and running for the day ahead, whilst freeing up your afternoon.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Onsite coordination of the Training Academy facility
- Assist with course material planning, course schedules, trainer requests, network requests and day-to-day course management
- Coordinate the logistics involved in delivering training, including external trainers and catering companies
- Coordinate the process of new external staff, including on-boarding in internal portal, preparation of welcome letter, printing out materials and sending out necessary paperwork
- Act as one of the key contacts between Daimler Truck internal, dealer and supplier in the new hire induction process
- Maintain a database of Learning Coordinators for each dealership
- Provide support to the team in generating training reports
About You:
We are looking for innovative and highly driven students with a strong desire to help shape our fast-growing global business. As the successful candidate, you will apply your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build positive business relationships, and will bring out of the box thinking along with a genuine passion for building solutions within our industry. You will enjoy working in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Above all, as you will be working in a small team, you will be team oriented and have a flexible and adaptable attitude to the changing needs of the business. Your keen eye for detail will ensure accuracy in the work you produce, and enable you to develop or document new processes and initiatives. A strong interest in immersing yourself in this role will lead you to achieve greater insights into this business unit, and the Truck industry as a whole as you begin your career in Training and Administration.
What’s Next?
#MAKEYOUR MOVE
If you would like to be considered for this amazing opportunity, Make Your Move, apply now and please include your CV, cover letter and academic transcript. Applications close Sunday 27th August.
This is a local, contract role. You must have a valid working visa for Australia / New Zealand for the entire length of the contract, to be able to apply for this position.
At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we believe our people make the difference. We are proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and are committed to inspiring an innovative and collaborative working culture. By joining our team, you will access generous employee benefits, such as discounted car leasing, on-site parking, employee assistance programs and much more. We understand everyone benefits from work differently, therefore our approach to learning is open and individually adaptable. Career pathways are supported through a network of learning and development programs, like our Women in Leadership Program and Mentoring Program, allowing everyone to grow at their own pace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We openly celebrate Diversity Day, International Women’s and Men’s Days and host guest speakers to foster a collaborative culture. Our team’s contributions are actively recognized through Employee Recognition and Reward programs. This celebrates our dynamic working culture and one where our people can be themselves.