Chris G.

Experience

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  TAFE NSW

  Feb 2014 - now

  In my role at TAFE NSW, I lead the Industry Innovation Team to deliver agile, high-quality, industry-focused training solutions. Our team provides strategic advice to support our product pipeline and service delivery, ensuring that TAFE NSW stays responsive to market needs. We engage with industry stakeholders to align our offerings, enhance the employer and student experience, and drive continuous improvement. My focus is on fostering innovation and developing a high-performing team committed to integrity, collaboration, and a customer-first attitude. Show less In my role, I’ve been responsible for engaging with industry to ensure that TAFE NSW’s training offerings align with industry needs. This has involved collaborating with industry partners, peak bodies, government agencies, and associations, providing strategic advice, leading thought leadership initiatives for future industry training, and serving as the primary contact for industry collaborations.Recent Achievements:TAFE NSW Electric Vehicle Training Solution 2021TAFE NSW Education Excellence Award 2022TAFE Directors Association Gold Medal for Bright Ideas 2022TAFE NSW EV Training for Emergency Services 2024TAFE NSW Hydrogen Microskills for the Transport Industry 2024TAFE NSW Contribution to the Community Finalist 2024TAFE NSW Industry Collaboration Finalist 2024 Show less Achievements:NSW Training Awards VET Trainer of the Year finalist 2014.Starting as a part time teacher in 1995, I was offered full a full-time role at Wetherill Park in 2008. I delivered high-quality training and providing outstanding student experience in alignment with TAFE NSW values. This involved interpreting training packages and creating effective learning and assessment materials. During this period, I worked higher duties as a head teacher at Wetherill Park and acted as a Faculty Senior Educational Officer for three years. Show less Achievements:TAFE NSW Transport Technology Centre at Wetherill ParkHighly Commended for Outstanding Business Practice, Staff Achievement Awards 2017My role primarily centered around consultations between teaching staff and industry stakeholders, vital in the development, construction, and day-to-day operations of the Transport Technology Centre at Wetherill Park. I managed the acquisition of plant and equipment required for the Transport Technology Centre and was responsible for the disposal of surplus resources, which sometimes included hazardous chemicals and equipment. Show less

  • Manager Industry Innovation (relieving)

    Feb 2025 - now

  • Industry Innovation Specialist

    Jan 2020 - now

  • Director of Skills Team (relieving)

    Jan 2023 - May 2024

  • Team Leader – Automotive

    Apr 2018 - Jan 2022

  • Automotive Teacher

    May 1995 - Mar 2018

  • Senior Education Officer (acting)

    Feb 2014 - May 2017