Teacher of Electrical Trades - Paid to Learn

TAFE NSW External; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing programs

Professional development

Job summary

TAFE NSW is seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Electrical Trades students on a permanent full-time basis at Wyong Campus.

You will teach, mentor, and support students, with access to ongoing professional development, tools, and flexible working options. Salary package ranges from $98,499 to $116,813 per annum, with total package up to $132,585 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent.
• Ability to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET) with appropriate teaching qualifications or willingness to undertake the Paid to Learn course.
• Minimum five years post-qualification experience in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Teach Electrical Trades to aspiring students at Wyong Campus.
• Deliver Vocational Education and Training with engaging, practical instruction.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a collaborative team.

Skills

Electrical trades experience

Teaching qualification or Paid toLearn

Electrical licence NSW

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent

Job description

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Electrical Trades - Paid to Learn

Wyong Campus

Permanent full-time

$111,798 - $132,585 Salary Package: includes salary range $98,499 to $116,813 per annum plus employer's superannuation and annual leave loading (salary offered will be based on experience).

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Sunday 15th November 2026

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish.

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer First, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.

About the role

We’re seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Electrical Trades students by joining our team of teachers on a permanent full-time basis located at Wyong Campus

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description

Essential Requirements:

• Have appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent.
• Evidence of holding the appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (see the candidate support document (here) for details) OR a willingness to undertake our full-time 14 week 'Paid to Learn' course.
• Have a minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience relevant to your industry, gained no longer than five (5) years previously.
• Must hold an appropriate Electrical License issued by NSW Fair Trading (Endorsed Contractor Certificate or Qualified Supervisor Certificate*)

*Candidates holding an electrical licence issued outside of NSW are encouraged to apply. However, holding an Electrical License issued by NSW Fair Trading is a requirement for this role, and the successful candidate must present a current NSW license prior to commencement of teaching duties.

Highly regarded but not essential:

Qualifications in telecommunications

Paid to Learn: for candidates who do not hold an appropriate VET teaching qualification or equivalent, you have the option to be paid to learn as you transition from industry to teaching with guaranteed work following successful completion of the 14 weeks Training and Assessment course. Those who already hold the appropriate teaching qualification or equivalent are still eligible to apply.

How can I get support with my application?

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, please read through the following Application Process and Become a Teacher on our TAFE NSW Careers Page.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries

please contact Linda Dewbery - Talent Acquisition Advisor at [e-mail] or 02 79215811

Role-specific enquiries

please contact Stephen Williams, Team Leader electrical Trades at [e-mail] or 0436 467 979

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed above.

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct.

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.