We are seeking dynamic and innovative educators to join TAFE Queensland's Electrotechnology Talent Pool.

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About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training (VET) provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. Our award-winning training is delivered on campus, online, and in the workplace to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies. 

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce that is closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking dynamic and innovative educators to join TAFE Queensland’s Electrotechnology Talent Pool (Electrician – UEE & Instrumentation/Control streams). As a leading provider of vocational education and training, TAFE Queensland is committed to delivering high-quality, industry-relevant training that equips learners with the technical skills required to succeed in the electrical and instrumentation sectors. 

We are currently inviting expressions of interest from experienced licensed electricians and instrumentation/control professionals with a passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of tradespeople. Strong industry experience in areas such as electrical installation, commissioning, fault finding, automation systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation, and workplace health and safety is highly regarded. 

This is your opportunity to share your expertise and inspire future electrical and instrumentation professionals in a practical, hands-on and engaging learning environment. 

As a valued member of the teaching and delivery team, you will contribute to the development and delivery of quality learning experiences for a diverse range of students through: 

• Delivering engaging, industry-aligned training and assessment aligned to UEE Electrotechnology Training Package qualifications 
• Supporting students to develop practical skills across electrical systems, instrumentation, and control technologies 
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of training and assessment practices 
• Mentoring and guiding apprentices and learners to achieve successful trade outcomes 
• Maintaining strong connections with industry to ensure training reflects current standards, technologies and regulatory requirements 
• Modelling safe work practices and reinforcing a strong safety culture 
• Making Great Happen! 

TAFE Queensland regularly has short and long-term opportunities for educators across a range of qualification delivery areas. This talent pool enables applicants to be considered for roles as they become available. 

Mandatory Qualifications/Requirements

a. Vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed;

• UEE30820 - Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or Equivalent; with
• UEE22020 - Certificate II Electrotechnology or Equivalent

b. Possession of one of the following training and assessment credentials: 

• TAE40122 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or 
• TAE40116 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or 
• TAE40110 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or 
• TAE50122 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training or its successor; or 
• TAE50111 TAE50116 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training; or 
• TAE50211 or TAE50216 - Diploma of Training Design and Development; or 
• A secondary teaching qualification and one of the following credentials: 
  • TAESS00024 - VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor; or 
  • TAESS00011 or TAESS00019 - Assessor Skills Set or its successor; or 
  • Higher level qualification in adult or vocational education (approved by TAFE Queensland); and 

c.  Current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided;

d. Current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided;

e. Evidence of undertaking professional development in the fields of the knowledge and practice of vocational training, learning and assessment including competency-based training and assessment.

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Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.

“If you do not possess any of the above training and assessment credentials, we encourage you to express your interest as we can offer a pathway to attaining a qualification on the job.” 

How to apply

If you’re interested in joining our team, click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal.  When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:

• A detailed resume; 
• A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the “How you will be assessed” criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total); and
• The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor)

Closing date: 19 May 2027

Job Reference Number: TQ2026-443

For further information, please contact:

Andy Kent, Faculty Manager, Building and Industries

andy.kent@tafeqld.edu.au

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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