Lecturer Electrical

Are you passionate about sharing your expertise and shaping the future of your industry?

North Metropolitan TAFE are seeking to establish an open recruitment pool. This pool will be used to appoint suitable applicants as vacancies arise, which may include full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term vacancies, with the possibility of further extension and/or permanency.

We currently have a 24-month temporary opportunity, with possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Here’s what you need to know:

• How to apply: You can apply anytime during the open pool period.
• Application reviews: Applications are expected to be assessed every 3 months, but this can vary based on operational needs.
• Pool Selection: Only those applicants who have been assessed as suitable through a merit selection process can be considered for selection to the pool. Appointment from the pool to a vacancy, is not guaranteed.
• Outcome: You will receive advice that you have been recommended for appointment to the pool or that you were unsuccessful for appointment to the pool. If you're not successful, you can request feedback and can reapply in the future.
• Appointments: May be made from this pool until 16 June 2028

North Metropolitan TAFE reserves the right to extend or cease advertising at any given time in the future.

About the role

Are you passionate about the electrical industry and ready to inspire the next generation of skilled professionals? We’re on the lookout for dynamic, knowledgeable individuals to join our team as Lecturers in Electrical Trades.

In this hands-on, future-focused role, you’ll do more than just teach—you’ll ignite curiosity, build confidence, and equip students with real-world skills that power careers. You’ll be responsible for:

• Delivering engaging, high-quality training aligned with national curriculum standards
• Facilitating meaningful learning experiences that stick
• Assessing student progress and celebrating their growth
• Mentoring and guiding learners toward success

You’ll also contribute to professional activities and course development, helping us maintain our reputation for excellence in vocational education.

We value innovation and industry relevance. That’s why we support our Lecturers in staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends through ongoing professional development. Your insights won’t just shape the classroom—they’ll influence the broader industry.

Why Join Us?

If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced educational environment and want to make a lasting impact, this is your chance to lead, inspire, and transform lives.

About the College

North Metropolitan TAFE (NMTAFE) is the trusted State Government provider of vocational education and training for Perth’s northern region. With a commitment to empowering learners, strengthening industry, and enriching communities, we create pathways to success through quality education.

Our vision is clear:

• transforming lives
• driving industry growth,
• building stronger communities.

Guided by best practices and leadership in VET, we deliver high-quality training across nine campuses, offering more than 400 courses across 48 industry areas.

At NMTAFE, we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and opportunity. We actively welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, young people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Our commitment is to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment where everyone can thrive.

To find out more about us please visit our website at www.northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au  

Work Benefits

Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:

• Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
• Fifteen days personal leave
• Four weeks annual leave
• Four weeks professional leave
• Flexible working hours
• Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
• Salary packaging
• Employer superannuation contribution 12%

Please also refer to the following link that outlines more employee benefits:

Employment at North Metropolitan TAFE | North Metropolitan TAFE (northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au)

Relevant Qualification and Experience
To be eligible for employment you must have the following;

• A relevant qualification in an Electrical trade.
• A valid Electrical licence.
• At least five (5) years of vocational or lecturing experience relevant to this position.

NM TAFE prefers lecturers to hold the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116, or TAE40110 and the additional skill sets referred to in Schedule 1, Item 2 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015. You are still eligible to apply if you do not yet hold these credentials but we may require you to obtain the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116 prior to appointment, irrespective of holding other adult education qualifications.

For Further Job Related Information:

Please contact Mark Shuttleworth, A/Portfolio Director Energy on 0418 388 670 or mark.shuttleworth@nmtafe.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.

Advertised Reference Number: NML077.25P

Application Requirements

You must apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button. If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.

Other Conditions and Eligibility

If you are successful, during the life of the pool you may be offered appointment to similar & subsequent vacancies within the College, within other TAFE Colleges or across WA Government (subject to your permission being granted).

Eligibility for employment is subject to you obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance and, if this position involves contact with children, a Working with Children (WWC) Card.

To be eligible for appointment you must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).

You must ensure your application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.