TAFE Teacher – Auto Electrical

About the role

CQUniversity is seeking an experienced automotive electrical professional to teach Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology. You will deliver hands‑on training and assessment to apprentices, bringing real‑world industry knowledge into the classroom.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver up to 22 hours of classroom and workshop teaching per week, with flexibility to increase to 25 hours by agreement.
• Prepare lesson materials, assess student work, and provide ongoing support and feedback.
• Mentor apprentices, guiding them through practical and technical aspects of automotive electrical work.

Required profile

• Minimum Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (dual‑trade qualifications highly regarded).
• Current hands‑on experience in electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding, testing, commissioning or similar industrial environments.
• Willingness to work within a structured assessment and documentation framework.

Required skills

• Automotive electrical systems, alternator testing, battery systems, CAN‑Bus diagnostics.
• Use of diagnostic tools, fault diagnosis, hybrid vehicle systems, wiring repairs.
• Practical workshop safety and supervision.

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time position with a starting salary of $107,697 per year (equivalent to $56.94 hr) plus 17 % superannuation.
• 5.4 weeks annual leave, paid Christmas/New Year break, and relocation assistance.
• Fully funded TAE40122 qualification while employed.
• Flexible start/finish times and support for personal, family or carer responsibilities.