Urgent: Lecturer Horticulture

Overview

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Casual

Location: Joondalup & Midland; you may be required to work from more than one campus as this is a multi-campus institution.

We are establishing a 24 month appointment pool for vacancies that may arise. We may offer permanent, fixed term, full time, part time or casual appointments, with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency.

About the role

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of Horticulture professionals? We are looking for dynamic individuals with expertise in Horticulture to inspire, educate and empower students through high-quality training and assessment.

As a Lecturer, you’ll play a pivotal role in:

- Delivering engaging and impactful lessons
- Creating a vibrant learning environment
- Evaluating student progress with care and precision
- Mentoring future industry leaders

Beyond the classroom, you’ll contribute to professional activities and delivery-related tasks to ensure excellence in education. We value innovation and relevance, encouraging ongoing professional development to stay at the forefront of industry trends and technological advancements.

If you’re ready to thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking educational setting and leave a lasting legacy, this is your moment to work with us.

Relevant Qualification and Experience

To be eligible for employment you must hold qualifications in:

- AHC30722 or AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture
- AHC40416 or AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture
- With 5 years relevant industry experience

There is a minimum qualification required to deliver accredited vocational education and training (VET) as defined by the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015 or its successors. The current minimum qualification is the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or TAE40116 or TAE40110) or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011, TAESS00019 or TAESS00024).

Applicants who do not yet hold the minimum required VET credentials are eligible to apply; however North Metropolitan TAFE will require the successful candidate to be enrolled and have commenced training in an approved credential, with satisfactory progress to complete within two years from commencement.

About the College

North Metropolitan TAFE is the established State Government provider of vocational education and training for the northern Perth region. Our mission is to nurture participation, productivity and aspirations for our learners, our industry and our community. We have nine campuses across the northern suburbs offering over 400 courses across 48 industry areas. We value a diverse, inclusive and supportive environment and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, youth, people of diverse sexual orientations and genders, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Find out more by visiting our website: www.northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au

Work Benefits

Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:

- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Fifteen days personal leave
- Four weeks annual leave
- Four weeks professional leave
- Flexible working hours
- Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
- Salary packaging
- 12% employer superannuation contribution

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How to Apply

Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information to assist with your application. Advertised Reference Number: NML130.25P.

Application Requirements:

- A comprehensive resume contextualised to the position listing the contact details of two professional referees
- A written application addressing the selection criteria
- Well-developed organisational skills, including the ability to work in a team environment
- Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of Equal Opportunity principles and incorporate these into the learning environment

To submit your application, click on the Apply for Job button. If you have technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.

Other Conditions and Eligibility

If successful, you may be offered appointment to similar and subsequent vacancies within the College, other TAFE Colleges or across WA Government (subject to your permission).

Eligibility requires a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance and, if the position involves contact with children, a Working with Children (WWC) Card. For appointment, you must have a working visa (fixed term) or permanent residency (permanent appointments).

Applications close Wednesday, 22 October 2025 at 4:00pm (WST). Late applications will not be accepted.

Position Title: Lecturer Horticulture

Agency: North Metropolitan TAFE

Location: Joondalup & Midland

Unit/Division: Training Operations & Business Improvement

Branch: Science & Environment

Position No.: NML130.25P

Contact

For further job-related information, please contact Neha Umaretiya, Head of Programs, Science and Environment at 0432 190 190 or neha.umaretiya@nmtafe.wa.edu.au

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