Lecturer Plumbing and Gasfitting

Description – Turn your trade experience into impact, inspiring and developing future plumbing and gas professionals.

We are establishing a 12 month appointment pool for vacancies that may arise. We may offer permanent, fixed term, full time, part time or casual appointments, with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency.

About You

We are currently seeking experienced plumbers and gas fitters (currently Licensed in WA) with expertise across domestic, commercial and industrial plumbing and gas services, including water, sanitary, drainage, roofing, and gas fitting systems, to plan, develop and deliver high-quality training and assessment to students, apprentices, trainees and industry participants.

The Lecturer's role involves delivering and assessing training across a range of plumbing and gas qualifications and skill sets, mentoring and supporting students to achieve successful learning outcomes, and maintaining contemporary industry knowledge through ongoing professional development. You will bring current industry experience and a passion for developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople, ensuring training reflects industry standards, regulatory requirements and safe work practices.

Suitability Requirements

To be considered suitable for this position, you will:

• Essential: At least 5 years industry experience (post apprenticeship) and a Tradespersons Plumbing License (WA).
• Desirable: A current Class G Gasfitting Permit; Plumbing Contractors license

• Hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116, TAE40110), or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011, TAESS00019, or TAESS00024) in line with the Registration Standards 2025. Applicants who do not yet hold the required VET qualification may still apply; however, the successful candidate must enrol in an approved training and assessment qualification and complete it within two years of commencing.
• Have relevant skills and experience to meet the selection criteria and role requirements as outlined in the attached JDF.

Eligibility Requirements and Other Conditions

To be considered eligible for employment, you will:

• Possess current and valid Australian working rights (e.g. Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or an appropriate working visa). Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Hold, or have the ability to obtain:
• Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Working With Children (WWC) Card

About the College

At North Metropolitan TAFE (NMTAFE), you will join an organisation that changes lives through education and skills.

As one of Western Australia's leading vocational education and training providers, we deliver industry-relevant training across 10 campuses, offering more than 400 courses in 48 industry areas. In partnership with industry, government and community, we help people build rewarding careers and develop the skilled workforce that shapes Western Australia's future.

We value talented, passionate people and are committed to a workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and people of all ages and experiences. Together, our diverse perspectives help us achieve better outcomes for our students, industry and community.