Instructional Designer (Fixed term contract)

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We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.

With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

Join the team

Kmart Group is seeking a creative and experienced Instructional Designer to join our People & Capability function on a fixed‑term contract. Working with stakeholders across Kmart, Target and our global network, you’ll design and develop high‑impact learning experiences that build capability, support performance, and bring our learning strategy to life.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love turning ideas into engaging learning, and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note this is a 10-month, fixed term contract.

What you’ll be doing

As an Instructional Designer working for Kmart Group you will:          

• Design and develop high‑quality learning solutions across multiple channels, including digital content, virtual and face‑to‑face workshops, videos and on‑the‑job activities, leveraging AI‑enabled approaches where appropriate to enhance efficiency, engagement and learning impact.
• Apply contemporary instructional design methodologies to deliver effective and engaging learning experiences that meet clear business objectives.
• Consult and collaborate with stakeholders across the Kmart Group - locally and internationally - to understand capability needs and shape targeted learning outcomes.
• Rapidly produce visually appealing, brand‑aligned learning content using best‑practice digital and learning design principles, using AI‑enabled tools where appropriate to improve efficiency while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deliverables meet timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Set clear learning objectives, develop supporting resources, and evaluate the effectiveness of learning solutions to measure performance impact.
• Document all learning assets and project files to ensure seamless transition at the end of the contract period.
   

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• 3-5 years’ experience in end‑to‑end instructional design, including analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated capability in developing a variety of learning formats such as eLearning modules, animations, videos, workshops, interactive PDFs and gamified content.
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and work effectively across business teams and levels.
• Excellent written communication skills and a strong eye for detail, ensuring accuracy, clarity and engaging learning content.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, prioritising tasks in a fast‑paced environment with competing deadlines.
• Experience working with LMS platforms and setting up learning activities for multi‑channel delivery.
• A creative, user‑centric mindset with a passion for innovative learning design.
• Practical understanding of AI tools and technologies to enhance learning design, such as adaptive learning, content generation and learner analytics, with a strong focus on ethical use data privacy, accessibility and human-led quality assurance to ensure learning solutions meet business and learner needs

Benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.  
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings 
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!  
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program 
• We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances  
• A dynamic learning and support program 
• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor 
• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes 
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group 

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au.

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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