ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING LECTURER (PL1) X1

Thekwini TVET College; Durban; On-site; ZAR 270 000 - 312 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable technical college in Durban seeks a qualified Electrical Engineering Lecturer for the 2026 academic year. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching various Electrical Engineering subjects and assisting with student onboarding and evaluation. Candidates should possess a recognized qualification in Electrical Engineering with a valid SACE registration. Experience and a passion for teaching are preferred. This position offers a contract for the first two trimesters of the 2026 academic year.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent required.
• Valid SACE registration (not provisional registration) necessary.
• Relevant Trade Test Certificate will be an advantage.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with student enrolment and registration.
• Teach and deliver learning content.
• Assess and evaluate student progress.
• Monitor and maintain student attendance records.
• Facilitate a conducive classroom environment.

Skills

Sound subject knowledge and work-related applications

Proficiency in Electrical Engineering subjects

Customer care skills

Management skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Recognized tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering

Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT or equivalent

Matric or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Thekwini TVET College invites suitably qualified and experienced Lecturers to apply for the following contract post available for 2026 academic year based in Durban.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING LECTURER (PL1) X1

CONTRACT PERIOD: TRIMESTER 1 & 2 OF 2026 ACADEMIC YEAR

CAMPUS: MELBOURNE

REF NO: MEL 03/11/2025

SALARY NOTCH: R270 498.00, plus 37% cash in lieu of benefits.

Requirements

• Matric or equivalent
• Recognized and relevant tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or related field (REQV 13) 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
• Proficiency and ability to lecture Electrical Engineering subjects incl. Mathematics, Engineering Science and Power Machines and/or Occupational Certificate‑Electrician modules
• 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

• Assist with enrolment, registration and induction 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 in providing support interventions to students
• Invigilation duties
• Attend to uploading and management of LMS subject related portal.

Closing Date

WEDNESDAY, 07 JANUARY 2026

To Be Included In The Application

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/document), which must be completed in full, signed and dated by the applicant. NB: All parts of the Z83 form must be filled in full. On application, please submit Z83 and also a detailed Curriculum Vitae and Copies of all academic transcripts only. Please note that certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be required on or before the day of the interview.

Important

• Thekwini 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

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.