CIVIL ENGINEERING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT LECTURER (PL1) X1

Thekwini TVET College; Durban; On-site; ZAR 271 000; Full time

Job summary

A technical education institution in Durban is seeking a Civil Engineering & Project Management Lecturer. The role includes conducting classes, providing feedback to students, and liaising with other academic staff to support learners. Candidates must have a recognized qualification in Civil Engineering, a valid SACE registration, and a passion for teaching. The position offers an annual salary of R270,498.00 plus benefits, and applications must be submitted through the Thekwini TVET College website.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent required.
• Recognised NQF L5 qualification in Project Management or related field.
• Teaching experience will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classes in Civil Engineering subjects N4-N6.
• Provide feedback to students regarding their performance.
• Liaise with Senior Lecturers and provide support interventions to students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Sound subject knowledge

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Leadership and management skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Recognized tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (REQV 13)

Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT / Post Graduate Diploma TVET

Valid SACE registration

Job description

CIVIL ENGINEERING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT LECTURER (PL1) X1

Contract Period: Trimester 1 & 2 of 2026 Academic Year

Campus: Melbourne

Ref. No.: MEL 04/11/2025

Salary Notch: R270,498.00 PA, plus 37% cash in lieu of benefits.

Requirements

• Matric or equivalent
• Recognized and relevant tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (REQV 13) or related field
• Recognised NQF L5 (or higher) qualification in Project Management or related field
• Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT / Post Graduate Diploma TVET / Diploma in Secondary or Higher Education
• Valid SACE registration (not provisional registration)
• Relevant Trade Test certificate will be an added advantage
• Teaching experience will be an added advantage
• Sound subject knowledge and work‑related applications
• Be able to teach civil engineering subjects Report 191 N4 – N6
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Passion for teaching and learning
• Customer care; leadership and management skills; assertiveness; good record keeping and administrative skills; be a team player, have passion for learning and teaching; as well as good communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Result Areas

Conduct classes in Civil Engineering subjects N4-N6 including theoretical and practical classes in Mathematics, Building and structural Construction and/or Occupational Certificate – Project Management modules. Assist with enrolment, registration and induction of students. Organise relevant curricular activities to ensure that subject learning areas of the learners are conducted in a proper manner. Record and report absenteeism. Provide a conducive environment to teaching and learning.

• Provide feedback to students regarding their performance and progress
• Liaise with Senior Lecturers, Head of Division and Student Support Services officials in providing support interventions to students
• Invigilation duties
• Attend to uploading and management of LMS subject‑related portal.

Closing Date

Wednesday, 07 January 2026

Application Process

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, available at www.gov.za/document, completed in full, signed and dated by the applicant. All parts of the Z83 form must be filled in full. On application, please submit the Z83 and also a detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of all academic transcripts only. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be required on or before the day of the interview.

Important

• Thekwini TVET College is an equal opportunity employer.
• The College reserves the right not to make an appointment in these positions.
• Correspondence will be limited to short‑listed candidates only.
• All successful candidates will be subjected to qualifications verification before appointment.
• Applicants who have not been contacted within eight weeks of the closing date of advertisement should accept that their applications were unsuccessful.

Application Submission URL

Please apply through www.thekwini.edu.za. We do not accept hand‑delivered, emailed and/or posted applications; all applications must be done on the Thekwini TVET College website and upload all documents required as per advert.

Enquiries

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NB: All applications to include ALL required documentation as listed above. Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered.