- All SA, SA, Australia
- Defence & Agriculture
- Education, Teaching and Training
- Full time
- Opening on: Jul 28 2026
Position Description
- Full time short-term contract until 18 December 2026
- LET1-4 salary range $86,239 - $104,720 p.a. + super
- Based at Regency campus / Kaurna Country
- Get to Know Us
TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high-quality, hands-on education across South Australia.
At TAFE SA, our values shape how we work — We Work As One, We Do What Matters, and We Step Up.
Learn more about our values and what it’s like to work at TAFE SA: TAFESA Values
Join a passionate, future-focused team that helps students build careers and change lives. This is more than just a job, it's your opportunity to create real impact. GO GET IT!
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
Enjoy a great range of employee advantages designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance.
- Generous leave entitlements, including up to 29 Non-Attendance Days, Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Special, Cultural, and Family & Domestic Violence Leave
- Salary Packaging / Salary Sacrifice options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health & Wellbeing Program
- Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
- Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture
- Career development and progression
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
What Makes this Role Exciting
The primary role of a TAFE SA Lecturer is to provide a quality educational service of training, assessment, and guidance to students in accordance with relevant training package objectives.
Lecturers may also be involved in the provision of consultancy services to industry/community clients.
Are You the One?
- Bring current and relevant Mechanical Engineering – Fitter industry experience, including at least 5 years post-qualification currency, adult education delivery experience, strong industry standing, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently in diverse, changing environments.
- Certificate IV in TAE40116 (or equivalent) is highly desirable
- Trade Qualifications in Engineering – Mechanical – Fitter to a minimum of Certificate III.
What You Need to Know
A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment.
Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.
Ready to Make Your Move?
For enquiries, contact Gordon Boyce – Educational Manager, Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication and Welding via phone number at 0488 001 280 or via email at
[email protected]
Flexibility Meets Inclusion
At TAFE SA, we’re proud to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds — including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Just let us know, we’re here to support you.
First Nations Talent — Driving Change
We’re committed to meaningful career opportunities for First Nations peoples. Learn more in our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.
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Applications closing on: Aug 16 2026
📌 LECTURER MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (South Australia)
🏢 Tafe
📍 South Australia