Teacher - Engineering

• Full-time 38 hours per week, On-going position
• Portland Campus
• $80,939 - 123,284 per annum, plus superannuation

Based at the Portland Campus, this full‑time ongoing role provides engaging training to students across Engineering programs, ensuring learning is practical, current and aligned to industry expectations.

The position requires planning and delivering training and assessment that meet regulatory standards, maintaining accurate records, contributing to continuous improvement, and supporting students through their learning journey. The teacher will work collaboratively with colleagues and maintain strong industry relationships to ensure course relevance.

As part of SWTAFE’s high‑performing education environment, the role contributes to shaping skilled graduates who are job‑ready for in‑demand trades.

What you’ll bring:

• Relevant Engineering trade qualification(s) with strong and current industry experience.
• Training and assessment qualification (TAE40116/TAE40122 or equivalent) appropriate for L1–L3 teaching levels.
• Experience delivering vocational training in Engineering or related trades.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver engaging, hands‑on training aligned to industry needs.
• Strong understanding of VET sector compliance, assessment standards and curriculum requirements.
• Ability to build and maintain industry partnerships to support training relevance and student pathways.
• High‑quality communication, classroom management and student support skills.

About us
SWTAFE is the leading vocational education provider in South West Victoria.
We offer a diverse range of courses across various industry sectors, spanning from healthcare and business, to trades, technology, arts and agriculture and more.

We are committed to ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to navigate the challenges of the dynamic job market of today, and are equipped with the skills build a successful future career.

As a place to work, we strive for a supportive, diverse workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in 2023 SWTAFE was ranked #1 in the Victorian TAFE sector for staff satisfaction.

What we can offer you

• Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities
• Employee recognition program
• Continuous opportunities for tailored learning and development
• Accessible Employee Assistance Program including an easy to navigate app

Any Questions? Please contact:
Chris Lawlor, Head of Building, Construction & Smart Technologies
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Teacher position descriptions are available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage, the position description relevant to each applicant is dependent on the level of Teaching in Adult Education qualification (AQF4/5/6).

Applications close: Sunday, 1 March 2026

Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.

How to apply
If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the role, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter, which addresses the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

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South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment and embraces all forms of diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from people with a variety of attributes, including but not limited to:

• A person with a disability
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Culturally and linguistically diverse
• LGBTIQA+