Aaron Hines Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Vic, Au

SaCSA is a not-for-profit, industry-led Jobs and Skills Council (JSC) representing the Arts, Personal Services, Retail, Tourism and Hospitality industries. Our aim is to understand the challenges facing our representative industries and develop innovative solutions that deliver positive outcomes for learners and employers, and provide industry with a stronger, more strategic voice in shaping the skills of the future. Taking a tripartite approach, we collaborate with a broad range of… Show more SaCSA is a not-for-profit, industry-led Jobs and Skills Council (JSC) representing the Arts, Personal Services, Retail, Tourism and Hospitality industries. Our aim is to understand the challenges facing our representative industries and develop innovative solutions that deliver positive outcomes for learners and employers, and provide industry with a stronger, more strategic voice in shaping the skills of the future. Taking a tripartite approach, we collaborate with a broad range of industry stakeholders, government, and education and training providers to identify, forecast, and respond to the current and emerging workforce and skills needs of our unique sectors. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Specialising in Learning Experience Design (LXD), Clarity Edu. creates people-centered digital learning experiences based on the learning needs of employees, the learning styles of each individual and desired learning outcomes for the organisation. Clarity Edu. develops and manages strategic partnerships and projects with Registered Training Organisations, Industry Associations and Enterprise clients. These projects predominantly focus on Learning Experience Design (LXD); where we… Show more Specialising in Learning Experience Design (LXD), Clarity Edu. creates people-centered digital learning experiences based on the learning needs of employees, the learning styles of each individual and desired learning outcomes for the organisation. Clarity Edu. develops and manages strategic partnerships and projects with Registered Training Organisations, Industry Associations and Enterprise clients. These projects predominantly focus on Learning Experience Design (LXD); where we consult, develop, implement, facilitate and monitor high-quality operational systems, digital platforms and learning resources which supports the development of accredited and non-accredited educational programs into an engaging face-to-face, blended or fully online environment. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

The ARA Retail Institute is Australia’s leading provider of education, training, and professional development for the retail industry. Celebrating over 30 years a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), the Retail Institute supports existing and aspiring retail professionals to build and advance their careers through targeted learning opportunities, designed to meet the current and future needs of the retail industry. Offering a diverse and flexible range of innovative and engaging programs… Show more The ARA Retail Institute is Australia’s leading provider of education, training, and professional development for the retail industry. Celebrating over 30 years a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), the Retail Institute supports existing and aspiring retail professionals to build and advance their careers through targeted learning opportunities, designed to meet the current and future needs of the retail industry. Offering a diverse and flexible range of innovative and engaging programs to suit the unique needs of the sector, the Retail Institute houses a suite of both accredited and non-accredited training solutions, including Diplomas, Certificates, Skill Sets, Online Micro-Courses, Professional Development Workshops and customised in-house training programs. Responsibilities: * Leadership and Strategic Direction – ARA executive team member; led 5 senior managers and 40+ indirect reports – oversew all divisional HR functions. * Commercial and Financial Management – Led the Retail Institute’s business growth strategy, financial budgets, profit & loss, cashflow and capital management. * Government Advocacy & Industry Consultation/Advisory – Engagement with government (commonwealth & state) and representative on industry committees/councils.* Operational Management - Tactical sales & marketing planning. Oversaw business partnerships, educational product design, program management and quality & compliance. Monitored market trends and introduced innovative products, delivery models and platforms/systems. * Risk Management – Led data analysis and reporting, quality frameworks and control structures for business risk mitigation; development of industry best practice policies and procedures.* Contract Management – Implementation of a ‘continuous improvement’ approach and governance across the RTO. Built a culture of quality & compliance; maintained ASQA compliance standards; new and annual renewal of existing government funding contracts. Show less

Fluent Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO: 32443) which specialises in high quality education and training across the digital business landscape, including: Digital Marketing, Customer Experience (CX), Data Analytics and Transformational Leadership. With programs designed by industry experts, and supported by innovative delivery models, Fluent Education provides engaging learning experiences and measurable outcomes in line with current and future skills requirements.… Show more Fluent Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO: 32443) which specialises in high quality education and training across the digital business landscape, including: Digital Marketing, Customer Experience (CX), Data Analytics and Transformational Leadership. With programs designed by industry experts, and supported by innovative delivery models, Fluent Education provides engaging learning experiences and measurable outcomes in line with current and future skills requirements. *End-to-end oversight of strategy, marketing, partnership development, sales, operations, human resources and commercial/financial management of business nationally (Principle Shareholder & Company Director). * Head of Academic Faculty – instructional design, training delivery, learning systems, quality and compliance.* Implemented a strategic business plan which saw a complete redesign of the organisation, including the introduction of new product lines, a sales and marketing strategy, capital investment, improved financial modelling, quality learning systems and compliance frameworks; this resulted in turning an underperforming business into a financially viable and growing asset, which was purchased by an investment group in August 2020. * Successfully completed two ASQA audits; awarded a 7-year registration extension in December 2019. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Part of the Simonds Group (ASX:SIO), Builders Academy Australia (BAA), winner of the 2018 Victoria Training award for Small Provider of the Year, delivers nationally accredited training, with a focus on trades training in VIC & QLD and via their subsidiary RTO, City Wide Building & Training Services (CWBTS) in NSW & ACT. As part of Clarity Education Services, I provided consulting services to BAA in 2016, and accepted a part-time contract position, as General Manager – National… Show more Part of the Simonds Group (ASX:SIO), Builders Academy Australia (BAA), winner of the 2018 Victoria Training award for Small Provider of the Year, delivers nationally accredited training, with a focus on trades training in VIC & QLD and via their subsidiary RTO, City Wide Building & Training Services (CWBTS) in NSW & ACT. As part of Clarity Education Services, I provided consulting services to BAA in 2016, and accepted a part-time contract position, as General Manager – National Operations. I oversaw the operational management of both BAA & CWBTS nationally, and supported the CEO with strategic initiatives focused on risk mitigation, business improvement and growth. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Part of the Ashley Services Group (ASX:ASH), Integracom delivers industry leading Telecommunications & Security training nationally. As a 3-month fixed-term contract, my role as General Manager involved Sales, Operations, Quality & Compliance, Curriculum, Human Resources and Commercial/Financial oversight of Integracom nationally (SYD, MEL, BNE, SA & WA).

Brisbane, Australia

Part of the Ashley Services Group (ASX: ASH), Ashley Institute of Training is a registered training organisation which offers nationally recognised qualifications in a wide range of industry sectors, across Australia.As a 3-month fixed-term contract, I was tasked with completing a comprehensive review of QLD operations; providing a strategic business report with recommendations, as well as implement a change management action plan to streamline and revive the state.

National - Australia

A member of the senior leadership team, I was responsible for the operational excellence of the Register Training Organisation nationally.

Vic, Nsw, Qld, Sa - Australia

Accountable for continuous development and growth of the Training Services business unit; leading the sales, operations and delivery teams for all corporate & public programs.

Melbourne, Australia

Responsible for the on-going development, delivery, compliance and operational success of the Professional Year Program. The role also included additional responsibility in the coordination and development of nationally accredited VET programs delivered to corporate clients. (Formally Navitas Workforce Solutions)

Melbourne, Australia

Development and delivery of nationally accredited training programs for corporate clients.

Melbourne, Australia

Established and implemented work placement policies, procedures and systems across all programs, and assisted students with work experience and job placement during and post program completion.(Hales Institute was acquired by MEGT Education Group in 2010)

Otsego, Mn (Usa)

Responsible for all guest services and hotel operations, including corporate and social conferences and events.

Master'S Degree - Communications

Bachelor'S Degree - General Business Administration, (Training & Human Resource Development)

Tae50116 & Tae50216 | Diploma Of Vocational Education & Training | Training Design & Development

Certificate Iv In Training And Assessment (Tae40116)

Certificate Iv In Training & Assessment (Tae40110)

Certificate Iv In Workplace Training & Assessment (Taa40104)