Lecturer - Fabrication and Welding

• Full-time long-term contract until 31 January 2027
• Salary $86,239 - $104,720 per annum + super
• Located at TAFE SA Whyalla Campus

About TAFE SA

Awarded the Training Provider of the Year at the 2021, 2022 and 2024 SA Training Awards, TAFE SA ensures all South Australian students have access to quality education and skills training across several regional and metropolitan locations.

By working with TAFE SA, you'll have the opportunity to advance your career in a diverse and inclusive organisation, while helping to deliver job-ready skills and meaningful outcomes for students across our state.

Why Join Us?

At TAFE SA, we don't just shape futures - we empower them. Join a values-driven organisation where your contribution to education and leadership is amplified by a culture of collaboration, integrity, and shared purpose. We offer:

• Generous leave entitlements, including up to 29 Non-Attendance Days, Retention, Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Paid Parental, Family & Domestic Violence, Special and Cultural Leave
• Salary Packaging / Salary Sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture
• Career development and progression
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

The primary role of a TAFE SA Lecturer is to provide a quality educational service of training, assessment and guidance to students in accordance with relevant training package objectives. Lecturers may also be involved in the provision of consultancy services to industry/community clients.

TAFE SA is now inviting applications from suitable candidates, in line with the selection criteria outlined within the Role Descriptor and Industry Addendum.

The successful applicant will have:

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in Fabrication and Welding, with current, hands-on industry involvement
• Trade qualifications to a minimum of Certificate III
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122 or TAE40116
• Strong expertise in advanced welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, ARC, and gas welding, along with comprehensive fabrication skills
• Understanding of current fabrication industry trends, knowledge and cultural practices
• Familiarity with the MEM Training Package and its application in vocational education
• Proficient in using digital tools (e.g. email, PowerPoint, web-based platforms, spreadsheets, and Office suite) to support training delivery
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse learners and collaborate effectively with colleague

Please refer to the Industry Addendum and Role Descriptor for the full list of requirements.

A valid DHS Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment.

This role is site specific. Applicants must be willing to live, relocate or commute to Whyalla.

Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.

Click "Apply" to submit you application – we'd love to hear from you Please include your resume and a short (max 2 pages) response to the selection criteria, referencing the Industry Addendum and the Role Descriptor.

For enquiries, please contact Gordon Boyce, Educational Manager on 0488001280 or via email at gordon.boyce@tafesa.edu.au

At TAFE SA, we ensure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, supportive and respectful. We do not accept discrimination, harassment, or violence of any kind. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ and people living with disability.

TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retain great staff, including part-time. We support employees to manage their work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Applications close: 7th October 2025