Teacher of Electrotechnology

Tafe Nsw; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE NSW, Newcastle West Campus, is seeking a permanent full-time Teacher of Electrotechnology to guide and inspire learners. You will bring extensive industry experience and deliver engaging training in a VET setting to help students gain practical skills and qualifications for their future careers.

Applicants must hold a Certificate III in Electrotechnology or equivalent and a VET teaching qualification. A minimum of five years post-qualification experience is required, with willingness to

Qualifications

• Hold Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or ESI industry equivalent.
• Five years post-qualification industry experience, within the last five years.
• Evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET).
• Be prepared to maintain VET knowledge, industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

Responsibilities

• Guide and enhance the learning process using industry experience.
• Deliver training in an adult learning environment.
• Build students' skills, qualifications, and employability.
• Travel statewide for delivery may be involved.

Skills

Industry experience

Teaching approach

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or ESI equivalent

VET teaching qualification

Job description

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Electrotechnology

Location: Newcastle West 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

This is a permanent full time opportunity based at Newcastle Campus. Which may also involve travel for delivery statewide.

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 industry experience, and you will have proven experience in delivering training in an adult learning environment. This is your chance to build the skills, qualifications, and employability of our students, and support their career goals.

About You

• Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or ESI industry equivalent.
• Have a minimum of five years post‑qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
• Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
• Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

Desirable but not essential:

Previous knowledge, skills and experience in the ESI industry - current authorisation to work on Network Operator networks as an electrical worker.

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.

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:

Contact Charlotte Wade, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at ***************@tafensw.edu.au or phone [phone]***.

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.

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.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

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