About VU

At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Team

The College of Trades, Hospitality and Technology delivers programs that support industry across a broad spectrum of disciplines. Our industry-aligned training includes compliance programs such as Confined Space and White Card, and we have a proud history of supporting apprentice training in hospitality, cyber security, plumbing, electrotechnology, and building.

In addition to our apprenticeship pathways, we offer advanced programs in building design, building surveying, civil construction, and engineering. The College also operates VenU, our student-led training restaurant, which provides hands‑on experience in a real-world hospitality environment.

The College of Trades, Hospitality and Technology is committed to meeting the workforce participation and development needs of industry, enterprise, individuals, and the broader community. We achieve this through the ongoing delivery of high‑quality training and the cultivation of strong, collaborative industry partnerships.

This position is currently based at the Sunshine campus of the University; however, it may be relocated to any existing or future University work location as required.

About the Role
Step into a rewarding leadership role where your industry expertise becomes the foundation for shaping the next generation of Building Surveyors, Building Designers, and Builders. As a TAFE Senior Educator in the Advanced Building department at VU TAFE, you’ll deliver leadership to teachers and programs, and for one day per week you will provide high‑quality training, assessment of student competency, and maintain accurate academic records.

Position Key Duties

- ​​Facilitate learning and establish educational and assessment strategies to suit a range of student,



client needs and industry contexts. This includes delivery on-line, blended and in diverse settings including within enterprises and the community

- Ensure quality compliance of the requirements of ASQA, VRQA, HESG service agreements within your delivery and assessment

- Establish and maintain a positive learning environment and undertake assessment of student performance in accordance with the requirements of the relevant curriculum / training package.

- Research, develop and customise learning materials suitable for a range of teaching and learning settings and diverse students and industry clients.

- Design and develop training and assessment that is learner focussed and responds to learners as individuals

Position Details

Salary: $121,708 per annum
Employment Type: Ongoing
Hours: 38 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
Location: Sunshine Campus

For a detailed overview of the role’s duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description Senior Educator Advanced Building

About You

- The successful candidate must hold an approved degree, or advanced diploma, a TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or TAE40110 with required upskill units TAEASS502 and TAELLN411 or TAELLN401A.

- Ideally you will have at least 5 years of industry experience, enabling you to successfully teach into our Advanced Building courses.

- Your excellent communication skills will be a key asset and use daily to teach out students and you will need to have a willingness to continually learn and develop as a professional trainer and assessor.

- You must hold a valid E Class (employee) Working with children Check to be able to undertake this role.

Please note: The University is a Child Safe organisation.



You will be required to hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment.

Who to Contact

For further information relating to the position, please contact:
Name: Aleksander Bradilovich
Position Title: Manager, Trades - Werribee and Geelong
Email: ***************@vu.edu.au

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted:

- A cover letter

- Your curriculum vitae/resume

- Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description

- Evidence of applicable qualifications, licenses and registration

Applications will close on September 27th at 5pm. This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.

Why Join VU

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. University fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Careers at VU Webpage

Our Commitment

Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country, while championing progressive inclusivity for all—embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio‑economic backgrounds. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong, and we ensure a positive, barrier‑free recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at ***************@vu.edu.au or (03) 9919 5***.

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