TAFE Teacher – Automotive Light Vehicle

About the role

CQUniversity is seeking an experienced automotive light‑vehicle tradesperson to join its School of Trades as a VET Teacher. You will deliver hands‑on training for the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, mentoring apprentices in both workshop and classroom settings.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver up to 22 hours of teaching per week, with additional hours by agreement.
• Prepare lesson plans, assess student work, provide marking and student support within paid hours.
• Share practical industry knowledge, including electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding, testing and commissioning.

Required profile

• Minimum qualification in Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
• Current hands‑on industry experience in relevant automotive tasks.
• Willingness to mentor apprentices and work within a structured VET assessment framework.

Required skills

• Automotive light‑vehicle mechanical technology.
• Electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding, testing and commissioning.

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time position with a starting salary of $107,697 per year (approximately $56.93 hr) plus 17 % superannuation.
• Fully funded TAE40122 teaching qualification.
• Relocation assistance to the Mackay region.
• 5.4 weeks annual leave, paid Christmas/New Year break, and flexible start/finish times.