MECHANICAL ENGINEERING LECTURER (PL1) X1

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

Job summary

A technical college in South Africa is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer for the 2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering and an Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVET. Responsibilities include teaching N4–N6 Mechanical subjects, facilitating student development, and maintaining performance records. Strong leadership and teaching skills are essential. This position is based on-site at the Springfield campus with a salary of R270,498.00 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid SACE registration (not provisional registration).
• Knowledge of CNC programming and operation.
• Ability to teach N4–N6 Mechanical and related subjects.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Teaching experience

Leadership and management skills

Good communication skills

Education

Matric or equivalent

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (REQV 13)

Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVET/Post Graduate Diploma TVET

Job description

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING LECTURER (PL1) X1

Contract period: 2026 Academic Year

Campus: Springfield

Ref. No. SPR 01/11/2025

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

Requirements

• Matric or equivalent
• Recognised and relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (REQV 13)
• Advanced Teaching Diploma in TVET / 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)
• Be able to teach N4–N6 Mechanical and related subjects. Knowledge of CNC programming and operation· 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. 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.