Moranbah is located in the northern part of the Isaac Regional Shire, approximately 200 kilometres south-west of Mackay. As one of Queensland’s youngest towns, it was originally established to support the mining industry and has since grown into a vibrant, family-friendly community. Today, Moranbah offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a wide range of modern facilities, making it a key hub within the Isaac Region. The town’s central location provides easy access to some of the region’s best experiences. Public art installations, including the popular Musical Railway and Musical Table and Chairs, add charm and character to the town. With its strong community spirit and relaxed rural lifestyle, Moranbah offers an exceptional opportunity to live and work in one of Central Queensland’s most connected and community-focused towns.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Teacher
Workplace Location Mackay region
Job ad reference QLD/648735
Closing date 26-Feb-2027
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Commence: ASAP and 2027
Contact person Teacher Recruitment Team
Contact details
[email protected]
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We pride ourselves as a school that we are leading in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, sporting excellence and the arts, providing innovative, academically challenging, engaging and inspiring learning pathways for all students.
We endeavour to ensure that upon completion at Moranbah State High School students will be equipped with the confidence and lifelong skills to succeed in their chosen pathways.
Current Opportunities:
- Business / Digital Technologies - Year 7-12
- Ability to teach across Digital Technologies would be beneficial but not essential
- Arts / Visual Arts / Arts in practice
- Ability to teach across English & Design and Technologies (Food specialisations) would be beneficial but not essential
- Mathematics / Science - Year 7-12
- Design & Technologies (Industrial Technology strands / Engineering principles and systems / Materials and Technologies Specialisations) / Industrial Technology Skills / Industrial Graphics Skills / Engineering Skills
2027 Opportunities:
- Health & Physical Education / Mathematics
- Digital Technologies / Design and Technologies (Industrial Technology strands) / Mathematics
- Mathematics / Science
- Health & Physical Education / Sport & Recreation / Humanities & Social Sciences*
- The ability to, or willingness to be trained to deliver the Certificate III in Fitness (through Binnacle) is essential
*Humanities vacancies could include some or all streams of Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, History, Civics & Citizenship, Economics and Business,
etc, across Year Levels 7 to 12).
What We Offer
- Generous rural teacher incentives
- Up-to-date facilities and quality resources
- Supportive teaching teams and mentors
- Real career development opportunities
- Relocation and excellent housing
What You'll Need
- Australian working rights or valid visa
- Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)
How to apply
- Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
- Enter your personal details
- Attach your resume including two professional referees
? Explore the school: Visit Moranbah SHS website or check out their Facebook page
? Read about departmental incentives:
All applicants are encouraged to apply to the to be considered for current and future roles.
Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.
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Role Description
📌 Teacher - Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Moranbah State High School (Mackay)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Mackay