FITTER AND TURNER LECTURER (PL1) X2

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

Job summary

A technical education institution based in Durban is seeking experienced Lecturers for Fitting and Turning for the 2026 academic year. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications including a matric certificate and an Advanced Teaching Diploma. Responsibilities include facilitating student development, delivering lessons, and monitoring attendance. The role requires strong communication skills and a passion for teaching. Apply via the institution's website by 07 January 2026 for consideration.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent is necessary.
• Must possess a recognized relevant tertiary qualification in Fitting/Fitting and turning.
• An Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with enrolment, registration, and induction of students.
• Facilitate general academic and career development of students.
• Assess and evaluate student progress.

Skills

Teaching experience

Computer Literacy (MS Office)

Customer Care

Leadership and management skills

Good communication skills

Education

Matric or equivalent

Relevant tertiary qualification in Fitting/Fitting and turning

Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT

Valid SACE registration

Tools

CNC Machining knowledge

Computer Numerical Control Programming

Job description

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

FITTER AND TURNER LECTURER (PL1) X2

Contract period: 2026 ACADEMIC YEAR

Campus: SPRINGFIELD

REF. NO.: SPR 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 Fitting/Fitting and turning (REQV 13)
• Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVT / Post Graduate Diploma TVET / Diploma in Secondary or Higher Education
• Valid SACE registration (not provisional registration)
• Teaching experience will be an added advantage
• Computer Numerical Control Programming will be an added advantage
• Sound subject knowledge and work‑related applications
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Knowledge and experience in CNC machining will be added advantage
• 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
• 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 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. 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. 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.