Teacher of Electronics

TAFE NSW External; Sydney; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Professional development

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

TAFE NSW at Ultimo Campus is seeking a world-class educator to inspire the next generation of Electronics students. You will share extensive electronics experience, guide practical sessions, and deliver Vocational Education and Training to help students gain qualifications and job-ready skills.

The role is permanent full-time, with a salary package of AU$111,798–$132,585, plus superannuation and annual leave loading, reflecting our commitment to investing in people.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electronics and Communications or degree in Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum three years post-qualification experience in electronics industry.
• Teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET).
• Willing to develop and maintain VET knowledge and industry currency and trainer/assessor competence.

Responsibilities

• Guide and enhance the learning process for Electronics students.
• Share extensive Electronics experience and support students in developing practical, job-ready skills.
• Help students gain qualifications and achieve career aspirations in the electrical industry.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

Teaching experience

VET teaching

Industry currency

Education

Certificate III in Electronics and Communications

Degree in Electronic Engineering

Job description

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Electronics

Location: Ultimo TAFE Campus

Permanent Full Time

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

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.

We invest in our people

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.

About the role

We’re seeking world‑class educators to inspire the next generation of Electronics students!

Share your skills and passion for your industry, help students build the skills, qualifications, and employability to support their career goals.

As a TAFE NSW Teacher, your role is to guide and enhance the learning process. You will be passionate and motivated to share your extensive Electronics experience and support students in developing practical, job ready skills. With experience delivering training in an adult learning environment, you will help students build their knowledge, gain valuable qualifications and achieve their career aspirations in the electrical industry.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Certificate III in Electronics and Communications or equivalent, up to and including a Degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
2. Have a minimum of three years post‑qualification experience in the electronics industry, gained no longer than five years previously.
3. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
4. Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

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

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 below.

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Sunday 25 October 2026

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:
Contact Charlotte Wade, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at [e-mail] or phone [phone]

Role-specific enquiries:
Contact John Zervos, Head Teacher Electrical Trades, via email at [e-mail]

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t yet hold a TAE qualification? Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

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