LECTURER CARPENTRY

Tafe Sa; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlements

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health & Wellbeing Program

Flexible work

Inclusive culture

Career development

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

TAFE SA invites applications for Hourly Paid Instructors to teach carpentry at the Tonsley campus on full-time and fixed term contracts. The Lecturer role focuses on training, assessment, and student guidance in carpentry qualifications, with potential consultancy work for industry.

Applicants should have 5+ years in carpentry, relevant trade certificates, and be prepared to obtain TAe certification within 12 months. WWCC is required and the position offers competitive salary plus super.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years carpentry industry experience.
• Certificate III and/or IV Trade qualifications and licenses.
• Understanding of carpentry teaching methods and materials.
• TAE Certification (TAE40110/40116/40122) or commitment to acquiring within 12 months.

Skills

Industry Expertise

Trade qualifications

Teaching methods

TAE readiness

Education

TAE Certification

Job description

• Hourly Paid Instructors (HPI) full-time and fixed term positions
• LET1-4 salary range $86,239 - $104,720 p.a + super
• Based at Tonsley campus / Kaurna Country
• View: Role Description and Industry Addendum

Your Next Adventure

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.

Applications received as part of this recruitment campaign will be used to establish a Merit list. Successful applicants will be considered for current vacancies along with similar vacancies that arise within TAFE SA for a period of up to 12 months from the date of the selection outcome.

Got What It Takes?

• Industry Expertise: Minimum 5 years’ experience with current knowledge of the carpentry industry
• Mandatory Trade Requirements: Relevant Certificate III and/or Certificate IV Trade qualifications and appropriate licenses
• Technical Knowledge: An ability to demonstrate an understanding of educational and teaching methodologies within the framework and delivery of carpentry training package qualifications. Ability to develop and design delivery and assessment material within the range of Carpentry qualification.
• Qualification: Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110/40116/40122) or commitment to acquiring within 12 months of employment

What You Need to Know

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

Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.

Meet Your Future Team

TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high quality education and skills training across South Australia. Join a dynamic, innovative team that equips students with job-ready skills and creates life-changing opportunities. More than a job — it’s your chance to make a real difference! GO GET IT!

Discover the Benefits of Joining Us

Enjoy a great range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance.

• Generous leave entitlements, including up to 29 Non-Attendance Days, Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Special, Cultural, and Family & Domestic Violence 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

Flexibility Meets Inclusion

At TAFE SA, we’re proud to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds — including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Just let us know, we’re here to support you.

First Nations Talent — Driving Change

We’re committed to meaningful career opportunities for First Nations peoples. Learn more in our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.

For enquiries, contact Simon Heath – Education Manager, Carpentry Furnishing and Wet Trades via email at [e-mail]

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