Plumbing Tutor

Wellington Institute of Technology; Lower Hutt; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Leave provisions

Rewards and Recognitions programme

Wellness initiatives

Staff discounts via app

EAP services

Job summary

Whitireia and WelTec are seeking a tutor to facilitate teaching, learning and assessment for Plumbing, Drainlaying and Gasfitting students. The role emphasizes hands-on practical learning and industry-relevant skills on WelTec's Petone campus.

Although teaching qualifications are not essential, successful applicants will receive on-the-job training, with support to complete a Certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching. A current driver’s license and police vetting are required.

Qualifications

• Industry experience in Plumbing, Drainlaying or Gasfitting required.
• NZQA qualification in Plumbing/Drainlaying/Gasfitting or equivalent.
• Licensed Practitioner or Certifying qualification advantageous; multiple licences helpful.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate teaching, learning and assessment for Plumbing, Drainlaying and Gasfitting students.
• Support hands-on practical learning and industry-relevant skills.
• Contribute to student development and progression.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

NZ Certificate/National Certificate in Plumbing, Drainlaying or Gasfitting

Licensed Practitioner or Certifying qualification

Job description

Key responsibilities of this tutoringrole include facilitating teaching, learning and assessment for Plumbing,Drainlaying and Gasfitting students, with courses including a strong hands-onpractical learning component.

Teaching qualifications and experienceare not essential for this position for you to apply, however you must possessthe following qualities to ensure you have the potential to quickly grow intoan effective tutor: patience, adaptability, positive attitude, goodcommunication skills and a reasonable level of physical fitness.

To be successful, you will haveexperience in the industry and a relevant qualification (i.e. New ZealandCertificate or National Certificate in either Plumbing, Drainlaying orGasfitting) and be a Licensed Practitioner or hold a Certifying qualification. Applicantswith multiple licence classes will be at an advantage, but we are alsointerested in talking with Drainlayers and Gasfitters, as there is scope tospecialize.

Successful applicants who do notalready hold a teaching qualification will be supported to complete aCertificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching, or a similar tertiary teachingqualification, through on-the-job training and development. We will, of course,provide full support throughout this process.

The role is based at WelTec's maincampus in Petone. Applicants will be required to undertake a police vettingcheck in order to work with young people and should hold a current driver'slicense.

• Free parking
• Good leave provisions
• Rewards and Recognitions programme
• A range of wellness initiatives
• Staff discounts via our app at selectedretailers
• Free staff Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)services

About Us

Whitireiaand WelTec have been strategic partners since 2012, delivering a range ofcareer training choices and vast opportunities for schools, staff and students.Now we're one of New Zealand's most impressive, globally competitive tertiaryinstitutions. Together, will lead and illuminate our communities throughtertiary education.

Weare known for our distinctiveness (Ahureitanga) and we have specialrelationships with mana whenua WelTec with Te Ātiawa and Whitireia with NgātiToa. Together, we are more than the sum of our parts.

Whitireia & WelTec's vision (Whakakitenga)is: