SARA GERRISH
Croydon,Australia
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented compliance and workforce development professional with extensive expertise in apprenticeship and traineeship programs. Proven ability to forge strategic partnerships, achieve performance targets, and mentor job seekers toward sustainable employment outcomes. Proficient in stakeholder engagement, program development, and process improvement, with a reputation for maintaining composure under pressure while proactively addressing challenges. Committed to driving impactful results within the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector through innovative solutions and collaborative efforts.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Officer - GTO
PR Projects
02.2025 - Current
- Providing on-site support, mentoring, and performance monitoring for apprentices and trainees placed with host employers.
- Conduct workplace visits to ensure safety, compliance, and progression aligned with Training Plans.
- Collaborate with host employers and RTOs to resolve issues and track competency development.
- Facilitate inductions, resolve grievances, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Promote retention, completion, and successful employment outcomes.
- Developing policies and procedures to meet GTO Standards
Tender Coordinator
Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Reviewing tenders and grants
- Designing and developing training programs
- Preparing and submitting project proposals
- Coordinating internal and external stakeholders
- Development of tender repository
- Preparing project costings
Industry Engagement Advisor
Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Building and maintaining relationships with employers and RTO’s
- Sourcing placements for jobseekers in the manufacturing sector
- Inducting program participants
- Mentoring program participants
- Developing on boarding processes
- Developing employability skills training
Team Leader - Youth Traineeship Program
Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Apprenticeship Support Australia)
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Mentoring and supporting trainees through their traineeship
- Inducting new staff
- Creating training material for staff
- Processing government contracts and incentives
- Reviewing apprentice files for compliance
Industry Training Consultant
Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Apprenticeship Support Australia)
04.2012 - 01.2021
- Developing program content and incentives
- Reviewing apprentice files for compliance
Education
Certificate IV - Training & Assessment
Chisholm Institute
09.2024
Mental Health First Aid Certificate - undefined
Mental Health First Aid Australia
03.2023
Diploma - Management
Swinburne University
05.2011
Certificate III - Business
TASA
04.2008
Skills
- Workforce Development
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- High computer literacy
- Compliance & Auditing
- Stakeholder management
Timeline
Field Officer - GTO
PR Projects
02.2025 - Current
Tender Coordinator
Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre
01.2024 - 02.2025
Industry Engagement Advisor
Ai Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre
09.2022 - 01.2024
Team Leader - Youth Traineeship Program
Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Apprenticeship Support Australia)
01.2021 - 09.2022
Industry Training Consultant
Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Apprenticeship Support Australia)
04.2012 - 01.2021
Mental Health First Aid Certificate - undefined
Mental Health First Aid Australia
Diploma - Management
Swinburne University
Certificate IV - Training & Assessment
Chisholm Institute
Certificate III - Business
TASA
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