Location

Hobart

Period of Appointment

004911 - Permanent

005524 - Fix term - 2 years

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight (talk to us about how this can work for you) 

Duties

As a member of the Training Services team, the Training Instructional Writer will support the development and implementation of learning and assessment materials and resources for Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) and State Emergency Service (SES) learner groups.

Essential Requirements

Pre-Employment Checks 

The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:

• Arson and fire setting;
• Sexual offences;
• Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
• Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
• Making false declarations;
• Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
• Malicious damage and destruction to property
• Trafficking of narcotic substance;
• False alarm raising. 

Desirable Requirements

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent)
• Experience in instructional design
• Experience in learning experience design
• Qualifications or experience in graphic design.

Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

004911 & 005524 - SoD - Training Instructional Writer - Band 5.DOCX

004911 & 005524 - SoD - Training Instructional Writer - Band 5.pdf

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.pdf

DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.  

As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. 

Online applications will only be accepted, please click the Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2072.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Further Information

For further information on this position, please contact Suzi Read (A/Manager Training Services) on 0461 322 342

Applications close on: Sunday 09 August 2026 (by 11:55 PM).