We are establishing a 12-month extended pool for permanent, fixed term, full time, part time or casual appointments, with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency.
There is currently one permanent full-time position available.
About the TAFE
Central Regional TAFE is responsible for delivering customer focused, industry aligned training and pathways to higher education to build a skilled, productive and employment ready workforce. We deliver 185 courses to 10,000 students each year in the Mid West region - Geraldton, Batavia Coast Maritime Institute and Technology Park, the Gascoyne region - Carnarvon and Exmouth, the Goldfields region – Kalgoorlie and the Wheatbelt region - Northam, Merredin and Moora.
We are an equal opportunity employer who is committed to supporting a culturally diverse workforce that welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Central Regional TAFE is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As a measure to achieve equality Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Therefore, preference will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Find out more by visiting our website: www.centralregionaltafe.wa.edu.au
About the role
A lecturer’s primary role is to teach, facilitate learning and conduct assessment in traditional, new and innovative ways to a diverse range of clients. Lecturers will also be involved in the provision of consultancy, information and promotional services to industry, prospective students and community clients. To support this process the TAFE environment offers comprehensive industry based Training Packages and an underpinning quality system that provides a framework for delivery and assessment.
To be successful in this role you will have a Certificate III in Automotive in either Heavy Commercial (Heavy Diesel), Plant Mechanical, or Agricultural Mechanical Technology, along with extensive industry experience. 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.
It is preferred that applicants already possess a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or higher recognised teaching qualification) or can demonstrate progression towards the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent).
To work for the College, you may be required to hold Australian or Australian equivalent qualification(s). If your qualification has been obtained overseas, the Overseas Qualifications Unit (OQU) offers a free assessment service to have your tertiary or higher education qualification(s) recognised. For further information please go to: https://migration.wa.gov.au/our-services-support/overseas-qualifications-unit-oqu
For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Nichole Kostal, Portfolio Manager, Automotive Engineering & the Regions on 08 9956 2741 or nichole.kostal@crtafe.wa.edu.au
Work Benefits
Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- 11.5% employer super contribution
- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Fifteen days personal leave
- Four weeks annual leave
- Four weeks professional leave
- Flexible working hours
- Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
Ready to Apply?
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.
Advertised Vacancy Reference Number: CRL014.25P
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit:
- Current Resume including two professional referees
- A brief cover letter (max. two pages) demonstrating skills & experience against requirements of position
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button. If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.
We encourage applicants to visit the Jobs and Skills WA website or call 13 64 64 for assistance with preparing your application, finding employment and career progression.
Other Conditions and Eligibility
As this is an extend recruitment pool, the following should be noted:
- You can submit your application at any time.
- Assessment of applications is expected to be conducted every 3 months; however, we may assess applications at other times depending on operational needs.
- You will be advised of the outcome and will have the opportunity to seek feedback and reapply at a later date should you be found unsuccessful.
- Suitable applicants will be placed in the pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
- Appointments may be made from this pool until 31 December 2026.
- Central Regional TAFE reserves the right to extend or cease advertising at any given time in the future.
- Suitable candidates will be placed in the appointment pool from which opportunities may be offered as vacancies arise. Candidates found suitable through this process may be offered appointment to similar & subsequent vacancies within the College, within other TAFE Colleges or across WA Government (subject to candidate permission being granted).
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
To be eligible for appointment applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).
Should a position become available that is to cover maternity leave, please note that under the employment requirements for maternity leave, there is provision for end of contract with 4 weeks’ notice upon early return to work of substantive occupant. Likewise, should the substantive occupant wish to extend their maternity leave or return on a part time basis, the College may seek to extend your contract, and with your agreement at an FTE to be negotiated.
The submission of applications will close on Friday 30 January 2026 at 4pm (WST).
