Casual VET Teacher - Bricklaying

Swinburne University; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Staff discounts

Salary packaging

Job summary

Swinburne University of Technology is seeking an experienced Bricklayer to bring industry expertise into the classroom and workplace, supporting growth of our vocational education programs. The role emphasizes delivering engaging practical training and maintaining currency in bricklaying and blocklaying within a flexible learning environment.

The successful candidate will have current industry experience, the ability to deliver across learning environments, and a commitment to inclusive, safe

Qualifications

• Current practical industry experience and demonstrated vocational competency in bricklaying and blocklaying.
• Ability to deliver high-quality, practical and engaging vocational education across different learning environments.
• Ability to create an inclusive, flexible and safe learning environment for a diverse range of learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build constructive relationships with students, colleagues and industry partners.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and developing high-quality teaching and assessment materials.
• Commitment to maintaining professional currency as a contemporary VET practitioner.

Skills

Bricklaying

Blocklaying

Teaching

Communication

Curriculum development

Education

Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Job description

About the Role

Swinburne’s Building Trades Department is looking for an experienced Bricklayer to bring their industry expertise into the classroom and workplace, supporting the continued growth of our vocational education programs in 2027 and beyond.

About You

You’ll bring strong, current industry knowledge together with a genuine interest in developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current practical industry experience and demonstrated vocational competency in bricklaying and blocklaying
• The ability to deliver high-quality, practical and engaging vocational education across different learning environments
• The ability to create an inclusive, flexible and safe learning environment for a diverse range of learners
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build constructive relationships with students, colleagues and industry partners
• A commitment to continuous improvement and developing high-quality teaching and assessment materials
• A commitment to maintaining your professional and industry currency as a contemporary VET practitioner.

Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about sharing what you know and helping apprentices build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in their trade.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying, or an equivalent relevant trade qualification
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116), or an equivalent/current recognised training and assessment qualification

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.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.

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.

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

Applications Close: Sunday 13 December 2026, at 11.00pm

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at ***************@swin.edu.au

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.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

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, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact ***************@swin.edu.au or call [phone]. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to ***************@swin.edu.au.

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.