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TAFE course goes virtual

A new course at South West TAFE will allow people to gain a business qualification while still working.

The 18-month Diploma of Business will be delivered virtually two evenings a week and at a one-day weekend workshop each month. The training is designed to allow people to study while continuing to work a typical 9-5 day.

It is the first time the Diploma of Business has been delivered at South West TAFE for nearly a decade and is aimed at people who already have a certificate III or IV business qualification and those working in the field or with strong existing knowledge or previous working experience.

Senior Educator – Business Design and Personal Services, Mel Braithwaite, said it was a good time to revive the course.

“For a long time, we have offered a certificate III and more recently a certificate IV in business as a traineeship and we wanted to offer more of a pathway for people, and opportunities for further promotion.” Ms Braithwaite said.

“We think the time is right to bring it back. A lot of people have continued in their roles without having a formal qualification and business seems to be bouncing back as we recover from COVID-19.

“We believe demand will be strong because the business diploma offers so much value across so many sectors.”

Ms Braithwaite said the program was structured to allow people to continue to work while obtaining a qualification to back their experience.

Students will develop skills in managing people, recruitment, team effectiveness, business processes, leading communication and managing budgets and financial plans.

The course is also designed to maximise interactions and help students to build their networks across a range of industries.

“Being able to participate in the course with like-minded people from across the region will provide benefits,” Ms Braithwaite said.

It is hoped the course will start in March. People can apply at www.swtafe.edu.au

Bump in pay comes into effect for State's nurses

South Australia’s hard-working nurses and midwives are being recognised with a welcome boost to their pay packets now in effect – with 360 new graduates in place across the state’s hospitals this year already.

A nine per cent pay rise over three years as part of a new enterprise bargaining agreement reached with the Malinauskas Labor Government began flowing through on Friday for the state’s 21,000 public sector nurses and midwives.

The first boosted paychecks were also bolstered by the first of two additional one-off payments of up to $1500, with the second one-off payment due in October.

Other benefits being delivered under the new agreement include more than doubling the Continuing Professional Development allowance to eligible nurses and midwives, with increases of $400 pro-rata, each year.

The pay bump arrives alongside the commencement of 360 additional nurse and midwife graduates, under the Labor Government’s doubling of the nurse graduate intake from 600 to 1200 this year. A further 234 graduates will join them this month, with the remaining intake commencing by July.

More than 300 of the positions in the expanded Transition to Professional Practice Program (TPPP) will be offered to nurses undertaking their training in regional areas, including 186 of the 360 graduates already in place.

The Malinauskas Labor Government is working hard to deliver an extra 300 promised nurses across our hospitals as part of a record investment to help turn around the state’s health system.

Receptionist / Admin Support Boandik

Boandik Community Care is a leading provider of services for older people and people living with a disability in the Limestone Coast. Our personalised services support people to maintain their independence in their own home, and in their communities.

We are seeking someone with strong customer service skills, proficient computer skills, a broad range of administrative experience, and who works effectively in a team. This is a permanent part-time position that involves reception and general administrative work for the Community Wellbeing Centre and Boandik community/in-home support programs.

At Boandik we are committed to providing a safe and nurturing workplace that supports employee growth and development as well as ensuring work/life balance. A wide range of benefits are available to employees including extensive salary packaging, an early intervention physio program, and a peer support program which includes a counselling service.

If you are interested in becoming a part of our team please email hr@boandik.org.au to request an application for employment pack.

Applications with details of 2 referees to the above email address or to Human Resource Manager, Boandik, 101 Lake Terrace East, Mount Gambier.

Applications close Friday 3rd March 2023 part of the CMV Group of Companies, which has been operating Manager. As the successful candidate, you will be a hands-on leader of this award winning, high performing sales team which is revered by the heavy vehicle industr y. You will be charged with propelling this team into the future, whilst servicing our customers to the highest standard.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Provide direction and support to the sales team to achieve targets

• Identify objectives and strategies for sales growth and marketing of all brands

• Regularly review targets and results and implement appropriate action plans

• Manage vehicle inventory

Truck Sales Consultant

• Monitor work in progress and propose annual forecasts and budgets

About the Company

• Create and develop strong working relationships with relevant Franchisor representatives.

• Manage key relationships with sub-dealers and key customers

• Develop new business opportunities in order to grow the business

• Provide direction and support to sales team to achieve sales objectives and targets

With over 46 year’s industry experience, Barry Maney Group is a trusted and leading name in the Vehicle Sales & Service industry and the wider Limestone Coast community. BMG, a division of CMV Group, are authorized Dealers for iconic truck brands; Kenworth, DAF and Hino providing sales, service and quality parts to our valued Customers.

• Promote effective and regular communication to encourage team cohesion and to achieve desired outcomes

The Role and You

Requirements / skills

It’s rare that an opportunity presents itself to sell the Market Leading Truck Brands in Australia.

• Industry experience is essential

• 5+ years in a Sales Manager or similar managerial role is essential

• A driven leader with a strong commitment to building a positive team culture and engagement

• High-level communication, written, collaboration and delegation skills

Barry Maney Group is searching for a Sales Professional to represent their Brands and offer the top quality customer service that we pride ourselves on. This career opportunity will offer the experience of being part of an award winning team while being rewarded with attractive benefits. If you have a proven track record in Sales and Customer Service and would like to sell iconic brands then we would like to hear from you. Experience in our industry or an allied industry would be favourably considered.

• Self-driven and results orientated with a keen appreciation of what it takes to drive and motivate a sales team.

• Proven track record of leading teams and achieving budgets

Benefits

Benefits

As part of the CMV Group of companies, at BMG we are committed to attracting the best talent. We offer:

As part of the CMV Group of companies, at BMG we are committed to attracting the best talent.

• A generous remuneration package

• Work with Australia’s market leading truck brands

We offer:

• Corporate discounts on health and insurance programs

• A generous remuneration package

• Annual staff functions and employee rewards

• Fully maintained company vehicle, phone and laptop

Please submit your cover letter and resume to:

• Work with Australia’s market leading truck brand

• Corporate discounts on health and insurance programs

Human Resources Manager Barry Maney Group

• Annual staff functions and employee rewards

PO Box 442 Mount Gambier SA 5290

Email careers@barrymaney.com.au

How to Apply Please email your cover letter and resume to careers@barrymaney.com.au

Confidential Enquiries are welcome on 0407 722 145

Applications Close 06/03/2023