Teacher - Engineering

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is the state’s largest and most established vocational education and training provider. For over 140 years, it has delivered hands-on, industry-aligned training that helps learners gain the skills and experience needed for long-term careers. Its training reaches students and apprentices through campus-based, workplace, online, and on-site delivery models, supporting communities and local industries across Queensland.

Working with TAFE Queensland means joining a skilled workforce that stays closely connected to industry and is committed to modern teaching practice and high-quality training.

In the South West region, the organisation places strong emphasis on team culture, collaboration, leadership, and high performance. Staff are encouraged to contribute to a shared goal of making a meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

This role is for a Teacher in Metal Fabrication at the Toowoomba Campus. It offers a chance to pass on extensive industry knowledge to students in classroom and other learning environments, helping shape the next generation of skilled professionals.

The position is a fixed-term full-time appointment through 30 June 2027, unless otherwise decided, and reports to the Educational Team Leader.

What You’ll Do

You will deliver teaching and learning using classroom, online, and workplace-based methods. The role involves guiding students from diverse backgrounds and helping them develop the practical capabilities needed for employment and career growth.

Salary and Benefits

The pay range for a TAFE Teacher is $92,930 to $122,084 gross per year, with the exact amount influenced by qualifications and teaching experience.

• Four weeks of annual recreation leave, accrued each year
• Five weeks of programmed non-attendance time each year for preparation
• Paid overtime may be available depending on operational needs, with strong compensation arrangements
• Flexible work arrangements such as purchased leave, compressed hours, and telecommuting
• 12.75% superannuation plus salary packaging options
• Possible financial support for relocation costs
• Professional development, study support, and opportunities to return to industry to maintain currency and competence
• Wellbeing programs and social responsibility initiatives
• Access to an employee assistance program
• Private health corporate plans and corporate discounts, including Fitness Passport, Apple, Dell, and Lenovo products
• Support services for domestic and family violence situations
• Discounts for work-from-home software, Apple, Dell, Lenovo, fitness passports, and private health insurance
• Annual recognition awards and service milestone recognition
• Pride Network for LGBTQIA+ staff and allies
• Free on-site parking

Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must hold MEM31925 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade, or an equivalent trade qualification, together with the following:

• current industry experience relevant to the training and assessment work
• up-to-date knowledge and practical capability in vocational training and learning
• evidence of ongoing professional development in vocational training, learning, assessment, and competency-based training and assessment
• a current Queensland driver’s licence
• a current Blue Card or Exemption Card, or the ability to obtain one before starting, in line with the Working with Children Check Act 2000

In addition, candidates must hold one of these training and assessment qualifications:

• TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or a later equivalent
• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment plus TAELLN411 Address Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills and TAEASS502 Design and Develop Assessment Tools
• TAE50111 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training
• TAE50116 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training
• TAE50211 Diploma of Training Design and Development
• TAE50216 Diploma of Training Design and Development
• an approved higher-level qualification in adult or vocational education

Proof of qualifications and evidence of recent industry currency and experience must be shown at interview.

Teaching experience is not essential, as the right person may be supported through coaching, mentoring, and partnership. TAFE Queensland places strong value on the right qualifications, current industry background, and a positive attitude.

Highly Desirable

• Strong digital literacy, including the use of online learning management systems
• MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering or an equivalent trade qualification
• AS2214.1:2024 Welding Supervisor qualification, or an equivalent credential
• AS1796 Welding Certificates 1 to 9, current or previously held
• AS1796 Certificate 10 Welding Supervisor
• MEM50522 Diploma of Applied Technologies, held or in progress
• Experience or qualifications in advanced manufacturing settings
• Hands-on experience with robotics and automated systems

How to Apply

Interested candidates should use the Apply button to access the TAFE Queensland recruitment portal and view the full role description.

Applications must include a detailed resume with contact details for two referees, including your current supervisor, plus a cover letter of up to two pages. The cover letter should explain your relevant skills, knowledge, abilities, experience in vocational education and training, your interest in the role, and how you meet the assessment criteria in the role description.

Additional Information

The closing date for applications is 12:00pm on 20 July 2026.

Job reference number: TQ2026-625.

Contact person: Travis Deans, Educational Team Leader. Phone: 0403 734 636. Email: Travis.Deans@tafeqld.edu.au.

Occupational group: Education & Training.