Applications are now open for full time and part time positions that become vacant over the next 6 months.

Applicants found suitable are placed in a pool and may be offered full-time, part-time, casual, permanent and fixed term positions. Applicants appointed for a fixed term may be offered a permanent position in the future and may be eligible for conversion to permanency. 

About Us
South Metropolitan TAFE is a leading vocational education and training provider delivering high‑quality, industry‑aligned training across Perth’s East and South Metropolitan regions. With multiple campuses and strong partnerships with industry, we provide nationally recognised qualifications to local, state, national and international students.

Find out more by visiting our website: www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au

Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a WA public sector employer, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We foster an inclusive culture that encourages people to bring their authentic selves to work and contribute fully to our shared success.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the role
We are seeking experienced and innovative individuals who are passionate about sharing their industry skills with the workforce of the future. TAFE lecturers have an important role in delivering training excellence and mentorship, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their career pathway. Keep your network connections alive by collaborating with local businesses and industry to ensure your training programs, and the skills taught to students, are current and relevant. 

As a lecturer, you will use your industry experience to teach skills employers want, providing a unique and innovative learning experience.  Your primary role is to teach, facilitate learning, assess and mentor students in accordance with relevant curriculum and/or training package requirements. 

To be successful in this role you will have a Western Australian Electrical Licence and a Certificate IV in Engineering (Instrumentation) or Certificate IV in Electrical – Instrumentation qualification (or equivalent). The successful applicant will also have at least 5 years of vocational or lecturing experience relevant to this position with an ability to facilitate and encourage learning. 

There is a minimum qualification required to deliver accredited vocational education and training (VET) as defined by the Registration Standards 2025 (2025 Standards), or its successors. The current minimum qualification required is the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116, or TAE40110), or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011, TAESS00019, or TAESS00024). 

Applicants who do not yet hold the minimum required VET credentials are still eligible to apply, however South Metropolitan TAFE will require the successful candidate to be enrolled, and have commenced training in, an approved training and assessment credential and record satisfactory progress to enable the credential to be completed within two years from commencement. 

Suitability requirements and Eligibility
Applicants will be assessed by their skills, experiences and attributes in relation to the job requirements and leadership behaviours required for the role.  More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form. 

Employment is subject to:

• A satisfactory Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• A valid Working with Children (WWC) Card, where applicable

Applicants must also have:

• A valid working visa (for fixed-term roles), or
• Permanent residency (for permanent roles)

Why join our team?
Some of the benefits of working at South Metropolitan TAFE include: 

• Competitive remuneration: Award-based salary with annual increments and a 12% superannuation contribution, plus access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
• Professional growth: Comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing: A range of wellbeing initiatives and free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
• Work-life balance: 4 weeks of Annual leave plus 4 weeks of Professional allowance leave.
• Inclusive leave options: Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, 14 weeks paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work options, and additional leave for Family and Domestic Violence.
• Great locations and facilities: a range of campus locations accessible by public transport, spread across the south metropolitan region with specialist facilities and public service and outlets.

For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Kourosh Shafizadeh, Portfolio Manager Automation, Refrigeration and Energy Process on 0424 049 153 or email Kourosh.Shafizadeh@smtafe.wa.edu.au

How to apply
To demonstrate your suitability for the role please provide: 

• A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development, including two professional referees
• A brief cover letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the JDF. 

Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application. 

Reasonable adjustment in recruitment
South Metropolitan TAFE is committed to ensuring all applicants have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and all reasonable requests are catered for. 

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please contact the person named in the job advertisement for a confidential discussion. 

Advertised Vacancy Reference Number:  SML083.26P 

To submit your application, click the Apply for Job button. 

For technical difficulties, contact Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735. 

If no suitable applicant is identified, or an offer is declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.

Please note…
It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure their application is received before the closing date and time. Late applications cannot be accepted. 

Applications close Monday 20 July 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).