Teacher - Engineering and Automotive (Talent Pool)

4 weeks ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

Do you have a passion for and expertise in the Mechanical Trade? We have an opportunity for an Educator to join our Team

Talent Pool for Educators - Full-time Part-time Casual (Engineering and Automotive Trades)

TAFE Queensland North – Multiple Locations including Cairns, Townsville and Mount Isa

Expression of Interest for Temporary Full-Time/ Part-Time Teacher and Casual Teacher positions

Job Reference Number: TQ2024-893

TAFE Queensland Is Offering a Fantastic Opportunity For Industry Tradespeople In The Engineering And Automotive Field To Transition Into Teaching Roles. Here Are Some Benefits Of Becoming a TAFE Teacher:

  • Work/Life Balance: Teaching at TAFE Queensland can provide a more balanced lifestyle, allowing you to manage work commitments alongside personal life.
  • Industry Impact: Share your valuable industry experience and knowledge with students who are eager to learn and enter the Engineering and Automotive trade.
  • Career Development: Educators often find personal and professional growth opportunities as they prepare the next generation of tradespeople.
  • Diverse Environment: Enjoy the dynamic setting of working with a wide range of students and stakeholders, enriching your own experience as well.

If you're interested in a Teaching role, apply to this Talent Pool or reach out to the Faculty Business Manager for more information on upcoming vacancies in the Engineering and Automotive qualification delivery area. This could be a rewarding next step in your career

Please note that this is a talent pool for opportunities as they become available.

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. TAFE Queensland been named the Large Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Australian Training Awards. Our training is delivered to students and apprentices on-site, online, in the workplace, or on-campus to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.

As an educator with TAFE Queensland, you will concentrate on achieving impactful delivery outcomes and enhancing student experiences in technical trades training, in Engineering and Automotive. Your technical expertise will guide the development of innovative delivery solutions tailored to our clients' needs. You will also stay attuned to evolving training market demands, client expectations, and industry trends. Through your work, you'll play a crucial role in helping students from diverse backgrounds advance their careers upon completing their training with TAFE Queensland.

To become a TAFE Queensland teacher, you must hold one of the following training and assessment credentials:
  • TAE40122 or TAE40116 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment;
  • TAE40110 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment plus TAELLN411 Address Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills and TAEASS502 Design and Develop Assessment Tools;
  • TAE50111 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training;
  • TAE50116 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training; or its successor;
  • TAE50211 - Diploma of Training Design and Development;
  • TAE50216 - Diploma of Training Design and Development, or its successor;
  • Higher-level qualification in adult education (approved by TAFE Queensland).

Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.

Additional Mandatory Requirements

Possession of relevant formal vocational qualifications (Certificate III minimum, Australian equivalent);
  • MEM40119 – Certificate IV in Engineering; and/or
  • MEM50119 – Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade

and
  • ability to demonstrate a broad range of current industry skills and experience.
  • If you do not possess any of the above training and assessment credentials, we encourage you to express your interest as we can offer a pathway to attaining a qualification on the job.

Salary

Casual

$108.10 gross per hour (TAFE Queensland Educators' Certified Agreement 2023)

Teacher

$88,547.03 - $100,232.42 gross per annum (TAFE Queensland Educators' Certified Agreement 2023)

Benefits
  • 12.75% superannuation
  • 17.5% leave loading
  • 4 weeks Recreation Leave (accrued annually)
  • 5 weeks Non-Attendance Time (NAT) programmed annually for preparation
  • Access to paid professional development
  • Paid overtime arrangements may be available as per operational requirements
  • Flexible work arrangements

How To Apply

If you're interested in this role, click the 'Apply' button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal. When submitting your application, please ensure you provide a detailed resume, copies of relevant qualifications and contact details for two (2) referees.

Closing Date

June 2025 - which will be extended monthly throughout the year.

For Further Information, Please Contact:

Rosie Blacklock – Contract Manager

Rosie.blacklock@tafeqld.edu.au

Occupational group Trades
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