Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Fitting and Machining

Location: Mount Druitt (travel required)

Permanent Full Time

$111,798 – $132,585 salary package - includes base salary ($98,499 – $116,813), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer First, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

We are seeking outstanding educators to inspire and mentor the next generation of Fitting and Machining students. This is a permanent full-time opportunity based at Mount Druitt Campus. On occasion travel will be required to campuses within a 50km radius.

As a TAFE NSW Teacher, you will guide and enhance student learning by delivering hands‑on, practical training. Our teaching section focuses on providing high quality, industry relevant training, delivered to a wide range of learners, including school students and those pursuing post trade qualifications. Share your skills and passion for your industry, help students build the skills, qualifications, and employability to support their career goals. 

Please note, when required this position will require evening work at least two nights per week. Due to the delivery requirements of the teaching program and the needs of our student cohort, the successful candidate will be required to teach evening classes from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm as a core component of their regular weekly timetable. These evening classes support flexible study options for students balancing work and other commitments. The remaining hours of this position will be scheduled during standard daytime teaching and related duties.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

• Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills and hold the following qualifications:
  • Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitting & Machining)
  • Certificate IV in Engineering - Fluid Power, together with experience in the Fluid Power industry.
• Have a minimum of five years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
• Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
• Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

Together we can change lives! Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Monday 12 October 2026

To apply for this role, click on 'apply' and provide:

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Please note you may be asked to complete a trades test as part of the recruitment process.
• A response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question: Please explain how you have maintained your industry and vocational currency in Fitting and Machining. How would you incorporate this knowledge into your teaching?

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:  contact Paula Zacharakis Petsis, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email paula.zacharakis@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 7921 6383

Role-specific enquiries: contact Peter Kelly, Head Teacher via email at peter.kelly2@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 7920 7627

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t yet hold a TAE qualification? Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.