• Based at Box Hill, Elgar Rd Campus
• Casual opportunity available
• PACCT 2 – $31.30 per hour plus compulsory superannuation contribution

About us: 

Box Hill Institute is composed of Box Hill Institute (BHI) and the Centre for Adult Education (CAE). We are leading education providers with strong reputations for delivering high quality educational outcomes.

To maintain our reputation and achieve our strategic goals we need a workforce full of energetic and forward thinking people. If you are enthusiastic and resilient, with a strong customer and commercial focus, then join our team. At BHI you will work with great people in a challenging and dynamic environment, as we work together to continually improve our business.

About the role:

The Technical Assistant – Equine supports teachers and students at practical equine training to ensure safety of all students and provide expertise in horse husbandry as part of the Certificate II in Equine Studies.

The Equine Technical Officer is a member of the VET in Schools, Science and Animal Studies team within the Faculty of Health, Community & Life Sciences. This position is responsible for working professionally with employees at all levels across the BHI and liaising with relevant external stakeholders, including Equine Industry Groups.

Your Skills and Qualifications:

Qualifications 

•    Relevant industry experience is essential
•    Current Level 2 First Aid
•    AQF II or above qualification in an Equine field and/or a Coaching accreditation is desirable

Expertise Requirements 

1.    Vocational Expertise: Current and relevant experience in Equine Studies.

2.    Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, participate in group problem solving, attend team meetings, PD sessions, contribute towards continuous improvement and facilitate a positive work culture.

3.    Flexibility: Proven ability to understand and readily adapt to changing circumstances both within and outside of the classroom. Demonstrated openness to new ideas and ability to positively respond to and implement these. Ability to work across different campuses and teach in different courses subject to operational needs within subject matter expertise.

Working at Box Hill Institute

Box Hill Institute values inclusion and diversity. We encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience to apply for our employment opportunities.

Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute’s pre-conditions for employment. These include providing a satisfactory (valid employee) Working With Children Check and National Police Check, and evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status as prescribed by the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 (Vic).

Benefits

Interested in starting a career with one of Australia's leading Institutes? At BHI we value our people. We offer more than just a job; we offer benefits to enhance your work life, help you grow, and celebrate your achievements. Employment benefits include:

•    Novated leasing and salary packaging
•    Purchased leave
•    Employee discounts on health insurance, car rental, newspaper subscriptions and more
•    Library access, digital and online resources
•    Discounts services including floristry, beauty, Fountains Restaurant, Vet Clinic & Dog Grooming
•    Counselling support services (EAP) and Health and wellbeing program
•    Discounts on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family
•    Staff development program
•    Reward and Recognition Programs

Like to know more? If you have questions about this role, please contact Brodie Harrison via email at b.harrison@boxhill.edu.au

Applications close: 9am, Friday 24th February 2023.

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