DIESEL/ MOTOR MECHANICS LECTURER (PL1) X1

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

Job summary

A technical college in Durban seeks a Diesel/Motor Mechanics Lecturer for the 2026 academic year. This role entails teaching, student development support, and maintaining performance records. The ideal candidate possesses a relevant qualification, a passion for teaching, and the ability to facilitate students' academic success. The position offers a competitive salary and aims at improving the quality of education provided. Applications must be processed via the college's website with all required documentation.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent is required.
• Recognized and relevant tertiary qualification in Diesel/Motor Mechanics (REQV 13).
• Advanced Teaching Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with enrolment and registration of students.
• Facilitate general academic and career development of students.
• Monitor student attendance and performance records.

Skills

Sound subject knowledge

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Leadership and management skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Education

Matric or equivalent

Recognized qualification in Diesel/Motor Mechanics

Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT / Post Graduate Diploma TVET

Job description

DIESEL/ MOTOR MECHANICS LECTURER (PL1) X1 – Contract Post

Contract Period: 2026 Academic Year

Campus: Springfield

Ref. No: SPR 02/11/2025

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

Requirements

• Matric or equivalent
• Recognized and relevant tertiary qualification in Diesel/Motor Mechanics (REQV 13) and a Trade Test
• Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT / Post Graduate Diploma TVET / Diploma in Secondary or Higher Education
• Valid SACE registration (not provisional)
• Teaching experience an added advantage
• Computer Numerical Control Programming an added advantage
• Sound subject knowledge and work‑related applications
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Passion for teaching and learning
• Customer care; leadership and management skills; assertiveness; good record keeping and administrative skills; team player; good communication and interpersonal skills

Key Result Areas

• Assist with enrolment, registration and induction of students
• Facilitate general academic and career development of students
• Teaching and learning delivery
• Assess and evaluate student progress
• Monitor student attendance register
• Maintain student attendance and performance records
• Creating classroom environment conducive 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 to provide support interventions to students
• Invigilation duties
• Attend to uploading and management of LMS subject related portal

Closing Date: Wednesday, 07 January 2026

Application Requirements

Applications must be submitted by completing the prescribed Z83 form (available from any Public Service Department or on www.gov.za/document), signed and dated. Include your Curriculum Vitae and copies of all academic transcripts. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be required on or before the interview day.

Equal Opportunity

• Thekwini College is an equal opportunity employer
• The College reserves the right not to make an appointment in this position
• Correspondence will be limited to short‑listed candidates only
• All successful candidates will be subjected to qualifications verification before appointment
• Applicants not contacted within eight weeks of the closing date should assume their applications were unsuccessful

Application Submission

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

Enquiries

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All applications must include all required documentation as listed above. Incomplete applications will not be considered.