Maritime Teacher – Marine Engineering

About the role

TAFE Queensland is seeking an experienced mariner to join its teaching team as a Maritime Teacher. You will translate your sea‑time knowledge into practical classroom instruction, preparing the next generation of qualified marine engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver training in marine mechanical, propulsion, electrical, electronic and control engineering.
• Teach regulatory compliance, leadership and emergency response skills to ensure safe and professional practice.
• Mentor students, modelling professionalism, situational awareness and safety culture.

Required profile

• Hold or be able to obtain an AMSA Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal certificate.
• Possess a Diploma of Marine Engineering (MAR50120) or higher.
• Hold a recognised training and assessment qualification (e.g., TAE40122, TAE40116, TAE40110, TAE50122, TAE50111, TAE50116, TAE50211, TAE50216) or a secondary teaching qualification with relevant VET credentials.
• Current knowledge of vocational training and evidence of ongoing professional development.

Required skills

• Marine mechanical systems
• Propulsion systems
• Electrical and electronic engineering
• Control engineering
• Digital literacy across learning management systems