Teacher of Automotive Mechanics (Light Vehicle) - Paid to Learn

About the role

TAFE NSW is looking for a teacher of Automotive Mechanics (Light Vehicle) on a permanent full-time basis at the Northern Beaches Campus, with travel required to the Ultimo Campus. The advertised salary package is $111,798 to $132,585, which includes a salary range of $98,499 to $116,813 per year plus employer superannuation and annual leave loading, depending on experience.

Required profile

• Appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications, including a minimum of Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
• A Fair-Trading NSW tradesperson certificate (license) in Motor Mechanic, or eligibility to obtain one if applying from interstate.
• Evidence of a teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training, or willingness to complete the full-time 14-week Paid to Learn course.
• At least five years of post-qualification experience in the industry, gained within the last five years.
• A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite.
• Eligibility: Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

What we offer

• Salary package of $111,798 to $132,585, with the base salary of $98,499 to $116,813 per year plus superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and flexible working options.
• Paid to Learn: candidates without a teaching qualification can be paid while completing the 14-week course, with guaranteed work after successful completion.

Candidates apply online with a resume, certified copies of qualifications and licences, and a short answer to the question "Why do you want to move from your industry role to become a TAFE NSW Teacher?" Applications close on 15 November 2026.