Engineering Learning Facilitator

Eastern Institute of Technology; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Institute of Technology in Hawke's Bay is seeking a permanent part-time Engineering Learning Facilitator (0.5 FTE) to support hands-on engineering education and enhance student learning. The role partners with tutors, lecturers and students to provide practical guidance, technical expertise and learning support that builds confidence and industry-ready skills.

Salary will be between $68,840 and $74,126 (pro-rated to FTE), with February 2027 as the expected start.

Qualifications

• Extensive engineering industry experience and practical expertise.
• Knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines and hands-on skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with practical learning activities and workshop-based training.
• Demonstrate safe use of engineering equipment, tools, software and materials.
• Help students develop and master technical engineering skills.
• Provide support to students facing learning challenges.
• Maintain safe, organized learning environments.
• Assist staff to prepare workshops, resources and activities.
• Track and record student learning progress.
• Collaborate with tutors to enhance student outcomes.
• Contribute to development of learning resources and improvement initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with students, colleagues and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Engineering experience

Engineering knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Explain technical concepts

Student support

Health & safety

Teamwork

Cultural awareness

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Mó Ténei Türanga Mahi | About the Role

We are seeking a permanent part-time (0.5 FTE) Engineering Learning Facilitator in Hawke's Bay to support the delivery of practical, hands-on engineering education and enhance the student learning experience. Working closely with tutors, lecturers, and students, you will provide practical guidance, technical expertise, and learning support that helps students build confidence and develop industry-ready skills. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional who is passionate about sharing their knowledge and supporting the success of future trades practitioners.

The successful candidate is expected to commence employment in February 2027.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $68,840 and $74,126 (pro-rated to FTE), dependent on skills and experience.

The Engineering Learning Facilitator is based within our School of Trades and Technology and reports to the Assistant Head of School Trades and Technology and will be responsible for:

• Supporting students with practical learning activities and workshop-based training.
• Demonstrating the safe use of engineering equipment, tools, software, and materials.
• Assisting students to develop and master technical engineering skills.
• Providing additional support to students experiencing learning challenges.
• Helping to maintain safe, organised, and fully functional learning environments.
• Assisting teaching staff to prepare workshops, resources, and practical activities.
• Supporting the tracking and recording of student learning progress.
• Working collaboratively with tutors and lecturers to enhance student outcomes.
• Contributing to the development of learning resources and improvement initiatives.
• Building positive relationships with students, colleagues, and industry stakeholders.

He īīro moñu | About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Extensive engineering industry experience and strong practical expertise.
• Current knowledge and hands-on skills across engineering disciplines.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed organisational and administrative abilities.
• The ability to explain technical concepts in a practical and engaging way.
• A genuine commitment to supporting student learning and achievement.
• A positive attitude towards health, safety, and best practice.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Cultural awareness and a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment.

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 advert, but the experience was gained through whāna 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.

Mó Māšu | About us

EIT is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, and learning centres throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to delivering services that meet the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as iwi aspirations.

Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet as this role is identified as a children’s worker.