Leadership Development Specialist

St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since 1922. Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live. Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Leadership Development Specialist who will be responsible for developing and implementing high impact programs to build the capability of new, existing and emerging leaders at St John WA. As an experienced and credible expert in leadership, facilitation and coaching, you will design and deliver practical, engaging learning experiences that strengthen leadership capability across the organisation.

This a permanent full-time position is based in our Belmont State Office within a passionate team who are thinking differently in how learning can be reimagined across our diverse teams. The role will suit someone who has management experience, a passion for training and growth and wants to make a real difference in a community focused organisation.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and deliver innovative leadership development programs that build capability, address skill gaps, and support leadership growth across the organisation.
• Facilitate engaging leadership workshops, learning experiences and coaching sessions tailored to diverse audiences and leadership levels.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify development needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
• Manage and enhance learning solutions within the Learning Management System (LMS), creating high-impact and engaging learner experiences.
• Develop and maintain leadership frameworks, onboarding initiatives and learning resources aligned with organisational strategy, values and capability standards.
• Analyse learning metrics and feedback to demonstrate program impact, inform decision-making, and showcase the value of learning and development initiatives.

What You’ll Need:

• Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams and the ability to draw on practical leadership experience when developing, facilitating and coaching leaders.
• Experience in leadership development and/or learning and development.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or experience in the VET sector (desirable)

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment, along with:

• Flexiable working arrangements and opportunity to work from home 2 days per week
• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Corporate uniform
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Consumer discounts
• Discounts on first aid equipment
• Complimentary First Aid Training
• Complimentary ambulance cover

Ready to Apply?

To be considered for this opportunity, please click Apply Now. You will need to complete the online application form and submit the following:

1. Up to date CV detailing key experiences and work history.
2. Cover letter addressing relevant experience, skills and motivation

Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application. If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Applications that do not include both a cover letter and resume may not be considered.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Careers on (08) 9334 1436 or via email at careers@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close on 17th of November 2026 at 6pm.

St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.

St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety. We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered. Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.

St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.