Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Teacher
Workplace Location Brisbane - South
Job ad reference TQ2026-515
Closing date 28-Sep-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Permanent ~ Full-time
Contact person Jason Carr
Contact details
Access the

Your Opportunity

Are you ready to take your passion for precision engineering to the next level?

Do you have recent hands-on experience, recognised trade qualifications, and a genuine love for your craft? Why not inspire the next generation of tradespeople by sharing your knowledge, skills, and real-world expertise?

As a TAFE Engineering Teacher (Fitting and Machining), you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of Australia’s manufacturing and engineering industries. You’ll guide students through practical, real-world training in the workshop, classroom, online, and in the workplace.

Every day, you’ll see the impact of your teaching as students gain the technical expertise and confidence they need to thrive in their careers.

The Role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time position within our Engineering Educational Delivery team at TAFE Queensland SkillsTech.

As a TAFE Teacher in Engineering, you will play a vital role in shaping the careers of the next generation by sharing your expertise and industry experience with students across classroom and practical learning environments.

This position reports directly to the relevant Business Manager and Educational Team Leader.

Perks of working with us

- Four (4) weeks annual recreation leave, accrued annually

- Five (5) weeks Non-Attendance Time each year for preparation and planning

- Paid overtime opportunities, subject to operational requirements, with generous compensation

- 12.75% employer superannuation contributions and salary packaging options

- Relocation assistance (financial support may be available)

- Professional development and study assistance, including support to return to industry for currency and competency purposes

- Wellbeing and social responsibility programs

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counselling and support

- Corporate discounts on private health insurance, technology (Apple, Dell, Lenovo), fitness programs (Fitness Passport), and other retail offers

- Comprehensive Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) support

- Recognition and reward programs, including annual awards and years-of-service milestones

- Pride Network for LGBTQIA+ employees and allies

- Free on-site parking

Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must possess relevant industry qualifications. MEM30219 - Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting & Machining) or equivalent and the following:

- 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;

Additionally, to become a TAFE Queensland teacher you must hold, or be willing to obtain, a qualification in adult education. Primarily this qualification is TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or equivalent.

Please note applicants need not necessarily possess teaching experience, as the right candidate may be trained and developed through coaching, mentoring and partnering. Importance is placed on possession of the appropriate qualifications, industry experience and the right attitude. For more information about how we could support you in your journey to becoming a TAFE Teacher, please read about our Foundation Educator program on the TAFE Queensland website.

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

Highly Desirable

Candidates who possess the following will be highly regarded:

- MEM40119 – Certificate IV in Engineering

- High level of digital literacy skills

- Previous training/teaching experience

Trade experience in.

- Manual and CNC Machining

- CAD/CAM

- Hydraulics and Pneumatics

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, please use the ‘Apply’ button to progress to the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal. When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:

- a detailed resume including the contact details for two referees

Closing date: 9:00am, Monday 28 September 2025

Job Reference Number: TQ2026-515

For any questions about the role, please contact:

Jason Carr

Business Manager

Phone : 0421 676 766

Email: [email protected]

If you have questions about workplace adjustments, accessibility, or our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, please contact:

Amanda Laing, People & Culture

Phone: 07 3244 0765

Email: [email protected]

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 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.

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

In TAFE Queensland, SkillsTech region, we have a strong focus on workplace culture and we value employee collaboration, strong leadership and high performing teams. We believe that every employee has a role to play in “making great happen” through the embodiment of the following agreed behaviours in all the at we do:

- Show gratitude

- Collaborate proactively

- We do what we say

- Solutions focussed

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

- No File Attached

Job search

- Order by
- Keyword

Please use * for wildcard searches. * Search exact phrase

Check to search for the exact phrase. Uncheck to return jobs that contain any of the keywords. * Location

Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options * Occupational group

Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options * Salary (yearly) Leave blank if you are searching for casual jobs

- Minimum
- Maximum
- Total Remuneration Only used for Senior Medical or Executive positions
- Minimum
- Maximum
- Department or organisation
- Position status

Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options * Position type

Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options * Classification

Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options * Date advertised

Refine your search

Location:

Occupational group:

Keywords: (optional)

Log in

Username:

Password:

( https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomlogin.JobSeekerToolBoxAction?in_organId=14904∈_send_pwd_button=Send%20Password )

Need help? Contact us

If you have any questions about your account or accessing this website, please .

If you wish to view or update applications submitted for Queensland Health roles, please log in on the site.

Inclusion and diversity

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and , including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.

Graduate portal

This recruitment portal is your gateway to a wide range of graduate program positions on offer in the Queensland Government.

📌 Teacher - Fitting and Machining (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane