Teacher - Electrical Supply Industry (Linesperson)

Holmesglen; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 175,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Holmesglen is seeking an experienced trades professional to become a Teacher in the Electrical Supply Industry at Drummond Street campus. You will train apprentices and industry workers in high voltage operations, switching and live line work, delivering comprehensive on-campus teaching under our teaching agreement.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122/TAE40116/TAE40110), current licences, and substantial electrical industry experience.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification and credentials required.
• Current industry licences/tickets.
• Significant experience in Electrical Supply Industry.
• Police Check and WWCC (Victoria) with valid Police Check within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Teach high voltage operations, switching, live line work and network safety procedures.
• Deliver on-campus training for apprentices and industry workers.
• Maintain industry currency and up-to-date teaching practices.
• Support student welfare, assessment and timely feedback.

Skills

Electrical industry exp

Linesperson

Teaching-ready

Education

TAE certs

Job description

Teacher - Electrical Supply Industry (Linesperson)

• Job security I Permanent full-time role.
• Use your industry experience in a new way.
• Based at Drummond Street (onsite parking & close to train station).

The Opportunity:

• Full-Time | Ongoing contract of employment
• Salary package: $175,238 to $180,000, inclusive of 12% superannuation
• Drummond Street Campus – onsite parking with close proximity to public transport
• Flexibility under our teaching agreement

About the role:

We’re looking for experienced tradies from the Electrical Supply Industry Linework field ready to step into training in a modern, well-equipped environment.

You’ll teach apprentices and industry workers in:

• High voltage operations
• Switching
• Live line work
• Network safety procedures

What you’ll need:

• Teaching qualification — Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) / TAE40116 / TAE40110
• Current industry licences/tickets
• Significant experience in the Electrical Supply Industry
• Experience as a Linesperson / High Voltage Operator / Live Line Worker
• WWCC and Police Check: Victorian ‘employee’ Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.
• Secure, ongoing employment with a respected and established team
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Help deliver training that supports Australia’s energy infrastructure
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance:
• Under our Teaching Agreement, you’ll enjoy hands‑on delivery with apprentices and industry on campus, together with dedicated time for lesson preparation, assessment, student support and maintaining industry currency. It’s a role that offers both meaningful student engagement and the flexibility to manage your professional workload effectively.

Interested in teaching but don’t have a qualification yet? Reach out to us—we’ll help you get started.

About us:

Holmesglen is a well‑known TAFE with modern facilities and strong industry connections. You’ll be working in a practical learning environment helping train the next generation of tradies.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Location: Chadstone VIC, Australia

Category: Academic/Teaching - Electrical

Position Type: Ongoing

Salary: $175,238 to $180,000

Job Reference: AN000607

Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Tuesday 27 October 2026.

In the spirit of reconciliation, Holmesglen recognises and celebrates the Traditional Owners of the lands throughout Victoria and beyond on which we educate and train. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge our emerging leaders.