Permanent Full-time at our Karratha Campus

This is an exciting opportunity to join North Regional TAFE and live in one of the most pristine, remote and exciting regions in our State.

We are seeking a Technical Officer

As the Technical Officer you will be responsible for the maintenance of machines and equipment used for education and training. Responsibilities include purchasing and preparation of delivery resources, preparing maintenance plans and schedules for equipment that allows for Lecturing Staff to deliver programs and services to students.

If you have expertise in a trades area, we want to hear from you!

About Us

NR TAFE is the largest provider of training and vocational services in the north of Western Australia, servicing communities and industries across a region exceeding one million square kilometres.

NR TAFE has 11 campuses, from Wyndham in the north to Newman in the south, with the College’s three largest delivery centres at Broome, Karratha and Pundulmurra (South Hedland).

Our values reflect how we work to meet our purpose in creating opportunities through great learning experience.

We are driven by our passion for education, delivering more than 200 nationally recognised qualifications and strive to provide educational opportunities to everyone, regardless of background, economic status, gender, race or location.

NR TAFE is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

As a measure to achieve equality, sections 51,



66R and 66ZP of the Equal Chance Act 1984 apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply and to indicate within their application to which diversity group they belong.

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What we offer

At NR TAFE, you can have a challenging and rewarding career. In exchange for your skills, passion and commitment, we offer a range of benefits including:

- District Allowance from $7,436 - $18,898 per annum.
- Generous travel subsidy from $1,885 for yourself and your dependents plus additional travelling time each year.
- Air‑conditioning subsidy to offset a proportion of your power bills during applicable months.
- Five weeks paid leave and the option to accrue an additional two weeks leave each year by working a 39‑hour week.
- Flexible working arrangements.

Want to know more?

Please contact Suellyn Bennett,



Portfolio Manager on *** or email ***************@nrtafe.wa.edu.au

How to Apply

Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.

- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the attached JDF

Apply for Job at the top or bottom of this advertisement. Before applying, please have your application documents ready to upload. Late applications will not be accepted.

If you are experiencing any difficulties applying, please contact Recruitment on 3***.

Advertised Reference Number

NRG46.26S

Other Conditions and Eligibility

Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.

Eligibility for employment in Australia, you must hold current and valid Australian working rights (e.g. Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or an appropriate working visa).

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next 12 months.

Applications close

Tuesday 4 August 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).

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📌 Technical Officer (Karratha)
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📍 Karratha