Do you have a passion for and expertise in Refrigeration? We have an opportunity for an Educator to join our Team, register your interest NOW!

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training 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. TAFE Queensland has been named the Large Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Australian Training Awards. Our training is delivered to students and apprentices on-site, online, in the workplace, or on-campus to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.

Your Opportunity

- We are inviting applications from candidates seeking full time, part-time, or casual opportunities based in either Townsville or Cairns.
- Travel and accommodation assistance may be provided to the right candidates.
- If you do not currently hold the required Training and Assessment qualification, we can support you to obtain it.

We are seeking dynamic and innovative Educators to achieve outstanding results as a part of our industry leading, renowned organisation! This is a wonderful opportunity to share your education knowledge and expertise, support our students' skills and development and make a real difference.

As a Key Member Of The Teaching And Delivery Team, You Will Contribute To Developing And Delivering Quality Learning Services To a Wide Range Of Clients Through

- Outcome focused vocational education and training (VET) programs;
- Linking with industry, schools, universities, other TAFE and VET providers;
- Maintaining currency with industry practices, workplace delivery and contemporary teaching methodologies and philosophies;
- Working in an environment of change and continuous improvement;
- Making Great Happen!

This position reports to the Business Manager.

TAFE Queensland regularly has vacancies (short and long term) for educators in various qualification delivery areas.





This talent pool may be open for up to 12 months and is for opportunities as they become available.

Why Join Us?

- Excellent Casual Rates – Casual Teacher "contact" rates are $115.32 per hour.
- Attractive Remuneration – Full-time Teacher salaries range from $92,930.03 to $116,332.13 per annum (pro rata for part-time), plus 12.75% superannuation and a suite of employee benefits.
- Structured Non-Attendance Time – Full-time and part-time Educators benefit from approximately five (5) weeks per year of non-attendance time (pro-rata for part-time), aligned to the academic calendar to support planning and preparation.
- TAE Qualification Support – We can support you to obtain your Training and Assessment (TAE) qualification if you do not already hold it.
- Work-Life Balance – Benefit from a structured teaching schedule with the opportunity to be home each night and weekend, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
- Flexible Engagement Options – We offer a range of employment arrangements to suit your individual circumstances and availability.
- Shape the Future Workforce – Contribute to developing the next generation of skilled tradespersons by sharing your industry expertise in a practical learning environment.
- Supportive Teaching Environment – Join a collaborative team with access to contemporary teaching resources, ongoing professional development, and dedicated educator support.
- Defence Leave Policy – TAFE Queensland proudly supports employees who serve as Defence Reservists, providing leave for approved Reserve service commitments.

Mandatory Qualifications/Requirements

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




- UEE32220 – Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology, or equivalent
- Possession of one of the following training and assessment credentials:
- TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor;
- TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment;
- TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; plus: TAELLN411;
- TAE50122 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training or its successor;
- TAE50111 TAE50116 Diploma of Training Design and Development;

- A secondary teaching qualification and one of the following credentials:

- TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor;
- TAESS00011 or TAESS00019 Assessor Skills Set or its successor;

- Higher level qualification in adult or vocational education (approved by TAFE Queensland);
- Current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided;
- Current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided;
- 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.

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

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);
- The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor).

Closing date: 19 December 2026

Job Reference Number: TQ

For Further Information, Please Contact

Andy Kent, Faculty Manager

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Occupational group: Trades

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📌 Teacher - Refrigeration (Mackay Regional)
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📍 Mackay Regional