Program Lead Engineering

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Polytechnic Full time $125,131 - $200,000 per year
  • Vacancy Number: 64
  • Position Title: Program Leader Engineering (AMCOE, Fabrication and Locksmithing)
  • Employment Type: Ongoing, Full Time
  • Department: Construction
  • Location: Multi-campus (as directed)
  • Award Classification: EM1
  • Salary: $125,131 per annum plus superannuation
  • Hours per Week: 38
  • Applications Close:Monday 13th October 2025

Why Join Us

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:

  • Industry-led, hands-on training
  • Inclusive, future-focused environments
  • A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
  • A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care
About the Role

This is a rare leadership opportunity to guide Engineering, Fabrication and Locksmithing programs across multiple campuses. You'll lead and support a dedicated teaching team, drive innovation in delivery, and ensure programs remain relevant, compliant, and future-focused – shaping great outcomes for both students and staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide academic and educational leadership across Engineering, Fabrication and Locksmithing
  • Coordinate timetables, workloads, and resources to ensure smooth delivery
  • Support and develop staff to build strong, cohesive teams
  • Oversee compliance with Training & Assessment Strategies (TAS) and audit requirements
  • Strengthen industry connections and validate programs for workforce needs
  • Monitor budgets and contribute to long-term planning
  • Drive continuous improvement and high-quality outcomes for students
Skills and Experience Required

You're an experienced VET educator and leader who thrives on collaboration and impact. You'll bring:

  • A trade qualification in Engineering, Fabrication or Locksmithing
  • TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in vocational education, with leadership or coordination responsibilities
  • Strong knowledge of RTO compliance and vocational education policy
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and support teaching teams
  • Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills
Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

  • A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • A National Police Check
How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your application through Melbourne Polytechnic's careers portal. There, you will be able to view the full Position Description and upload your documents.

Please:

  • Complete all pre-screening questions
  • Upload your CV and a brief cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience, and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD

  • If applying for a teaching role, upload combined copies of your relevant qualifications and provide your USI VET Transcript(if available):

  • Include the transcript link (from your USI Student Portal) in your cover letter, and upload the transcript PDF under the qualifications section

File Requirements:

Each file must be under 2MB. PDF is preferred (Word .doc or .docx also accepted). Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , @ # % *).

Selection Process

Our process includes:

  • An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)
  • Reference checks
  • Employment and qualification verification
Questions?

Contact: Daniel Romanin

Email: 

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.

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