Experienced Plumber Tutor: Train the Next Gen

Skills Group; Ōtaki; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Birthday leave

Long service leave

Bereavement leave

KiwiSaver 3.5%

Learning hours

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Skills Group is seeking an experienced tradesperson to join our Otāki team as a Plumbing, Gasfitting & Drainlaying Tutor. Share your industry knowledge with apprentices, whether you're teaching or moving off the tools, with support to gain teaching qualifications.

You'll deliver hands-on training, assess progress, and foster a safe, motivating learning environment while building relationships with learners and employers.

Qualifications

• Essential trade certification in Plumbing, Gasfitting and/or Drainlaying.
• Strong practical industry experience and technical knowledge in your certified trade.
• Clear communication skills to explain technical concepts practically.
• Patient, approachable attitude with genuine interest in helping others learn.
• Strong organisational skills and commitment to delivering quality training.
• Collaborative approach and commitment to a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on training in plumbing, gasfitting and/or drainlaying.
• Share practical industry knowledge to help apprentices build skills and confidence.
• Assess learner progress, provide constructive feedback and support students to achieve goals.
• Create a positive, supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged and motivated.
• Build strong relationships with learners, employers and colleagues to support training outcomes.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure health and safety requirements are met.

Skills

Certification in plumbing/gasfitting

Industry experience

Clear communication

Patient approachable attitude

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Unit Standards 4098

Unit Standards 11551

Adult Education Level 4 or 5

Job description

Skills Group is seeking an experienced tradesperson to join our Otāki team as a Plumbing, Gasfitting & Drainlaying Tutor. Share your industry knowledge with apprentices, whether you're teaching or moving off the tools, with support to gain teaching qualifications.

You'll deliver hands-on training, assess progress, and foster a safe, motivating learning environment while building relationships with learners and employers.