TAFE Teacher – Auto Heavy (Diesel Fitting)

About the role

CQUniversity is seeking an experienced Diesel Fitter or Auto Heavy professional to deliver hands‑on training and assessment to apprentices. You will bring real‑world industry experience into the classroom and workshops, helping students develop practical skills for the workforce.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver practical workshops and classroom instruction covering maintenance, diagnostics, fault finding, repair, testing and commissioning of heavy vehicles and mobile plant.
• Assess apprentices, provide feedback, and support student learning both on‑site and off‑site.
• Prepare lesson plans, marking, and documentation as part of the paid workload.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification in automotive heavy vehicle, mobile plant, diesel engine technology or similar.
• Current hands‑on industry experience with diesel engines, hydraulic systems and associated electrical/electronic controls.
• Willingness to mentor apprentices and work within a structured assessment and documentation framework.

Required skills

• Heavy vehicle and mobile plant maintenance
• Diesel engine diagnostics and fault finding
• Hydraulic system repair and testing
• Electrical and electronic control system troubleshooting

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time position with a starting salary of $107,697 (approx. $56.94/hr) plus 17% superannuation.
• 5.4 weeks annual leave and paid Christmas/New Year break.
• Fully funded TAE40122 qualification while employed.
• Relocation support and a vibrant regional lifestyle in Rockhampton.