VET Teacher

About the Role

Are you passionate about passing on your trade skills and shaping the next generation of plumbers? Join Swinburne's Trades, Engineering and Technology team and help inspire, engage, and educate our students for the future of the plumbing industry.

At Swinburne, our VET Teachers play a vital role in preparing students for real-world success. As part of a collaborative and supportive team, you'll design and deliver high-quality, industry-aligned training that reflects current best practice and the latest learning technologies. You'll work with learners from a range of backgrounds and experience levels — from Certificate II to Certificate IV — adapting your approach to meet diverse needs and aspirations.

We're growing and are now seeking passionate and qualified Plumbing Teachers to help us meet increased student demand in 2026 and beyond. You'll predominantly teach and assess units from our CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing and Plumbing Skill Sets (Cert IV level) 

At Swinburne, we're proud to support our teachers with professional development opportunities, modern facilities, and a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and real-world learning. If you're ready to make a lasting impact and share your expertise with the next generation of trade professionals, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or higher equivalent
• Plumbing qualifications and significant industry experience
• A passion for education and a demonstrated ability to deliver engaging, innovative training in a variety of learning modes
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and safe learning environment for students from all walks of life
• Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to continuous improvement
• Ongoing industry currency and a proactive approach to professional development
• Solid computer and digital literacy skills, including use of email, databases, and learning management systems

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116 (or higher equivalent)
• Qualified Plumber with significant experience

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne's strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. 

What We Offer You

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.  

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Applications Close: Wednesday 26 November 2025, at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact or call

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Victoria's Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes

As a signatory to Victoria's Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.  

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.