Academic Staff Member - Electrical Pre-Trades

QJumpers Recruitment Services; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wintec is seeking an Academic Staff Member for Electrical Pre-Trades to support learners in gaining trades skills at pre-apprenticeship level. The role covers NZ Certificate in Electrical Pre‑Trades Level 3 and related programmes, with a salary between $77,500 and $90,000.

Based at Rotokauri Campus, you will report to the Team Manager and contribute to engaging lessons and industry-aligned learning. Ideal candidates have a relevant Level 4+ electrician qualification, current practising licence,

Qualifications

• A relevant trade qualification at Level 4 or higher as an Electrician.
• Registered electrician with a current practising licence from the NZ Electrical Workers Registration Board.
• At least 5 years of practical industry experience in the electrical trade.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand (citizen, permanent resident or valid work permit).
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaching excellence using varied methods to engage learners and provide constructive feedback.
• Create culturally safe, inclusive learning environments that respect diversity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi-based practice.
• Maintain subject matter knowledge and industry connections to bring real‑world learning to the classroom.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, innovative thinking, problem-solving and commitment to reflective practice.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 4 electrician qualification

Job description

Academic Staff Member - Electrical Pre-Trades

Listed 1 day Ago

Wintec

Education

• Full Time
• Application Closes28 Sep 2026
• Vocational Education Teacher, Postsecondary

We are seeking an experienced individual in the Electrical Trades industry to join our teaching team as an academic staff member. You will be supporting ākonga [learners] to gain trade skills at pre-apprenticeship level, in the NZ Certificate in Electrical Pre-trades Level 3 and other electrical programmes.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $77,500 and $90,000 dependent on skills and experience.

The Academic Staff Member – Electrical Tutor is based in our Rotokauri Campus, reporting to the Team Manager and will be responsible for:

• Teaching Excellence - using different teaching methods, to create engaging lessons, give helpful feedback and help ākonga to build their skills and knowledge in the NZ Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trades Level 3. Programme information can be found here .
• Cultural Competence – creating a culturally safe, inclusive learning environments that respect diversity, international ākonga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi-based practice.
• Professional Currency – maintaining subject matter knowledge and industry connections with the electrical industry to bring real-world learning to the classroom.
• Personal Attributes – having strong interpersonal skills, an innovative mindset, problem-solving ability and commitment to reflective practice and Wintec values.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A relevant trade qualification at Level 4 or higher as an Electrician.
• Registered electrician with a current practising licence from the NZ Electrical Workers Registration Board.
• A minimum of 5 years of practical industry experience in the Electrical industry.
• A commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, ensuring all students are supported in their educational journey.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Passion and energy for teaching and training others.
• A full class 1 NZ driver’s licence.
• Be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a current NZ work permit.

Preferred:

Unit standard 4098 and the NZ certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching Practice (or be willing to complete these courses).

Working Conditions:

• Flexible scheduling, including evening or weekend availability if required.
• Hybrid or in-person work environment based on institutional needs.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not.

We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential.

We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.

For more information, please view the Position Description below.

Wintec is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.