We are establishing a 12 month appointment pool. We may offer permanent, fixed term, full time, part time or casual appointments, with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency.
There is currently one position available at Pundulmurra Campus for immediate filling.
Do you have a passion for sharing your trade with the next generation? We are seeking experienced and innovative individuals to join North Regional TAFE (NR TAFE) as a Principal Lecturer.
During the performance of their normal lecturing role, a Principal Lecturer would focus upon leadership and qualitative improvement in educational processes and programs, across several industry areas. A Principal Lecturer would be expected to have outstanding skills and qualities in education delivery with a focus on quality teaching and learning.
The Principal Lecturer is a teaching position and is expected to provide college or system wide educational leadership in his/her area of expertise. The Principal Lecturer has industrial leadership responsibilities, which relate directly to the education process, including curriculum, teaching initiatives and industry liaison.
Relevant Qualifications and Experience
To be eligible for employment, you must:
- Meet the minimum essential selection criteria listed in the attached Job Description Form, including
- at least five years teaching experience
- the ability to demonstrate educational leadership in the development and implementation of curriculum across program areas.
- Have a Higher Teaching qualification (Bachelor’s Degree, Graduate Dip, Masters) – STERC maintains an Approved Qualifications list – current list updated in Feb 2024 (please see attachment to confirm)
- Have a Vocational qualification
- Have any required license or registration necessary to perform the position
If you have experience delivering relevant and engaging training in a classroom and workplace settings to a diverse range of students, sound verbal and written communication skills, good administration skills including using Microsoft Office products and the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team we want to hear from you!
About the College
NR TAFE is the largest provider of training and vocational services in the north of Western Australia, servicing communities and industries across a region exceeding one million square kilometres.
NR TAFE has 11 campuses, from Wyndham in the north to Newman in the south, with the College’s three largest delivery centres at Broome, Karratha and Pundulmurra (South Hedland).
Our values reflect how we work to meet our purpose in creating opportunities through great learning experience.
We are driven by our passion for education, delivering more than 200 nationally recognised qualifications and strive to provide educational opportunities to everyone, regardless of background, economic status, gender, race or location.
NR TAFE is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
As a measure to achieve equality, sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply and to indicate within their application to which diversity group they belong.
If you would like to speak to an independent employment support service professional for free advice, resume tips, creating cover letters, responding to selection criteria or conducting some interview practice, give your local Jobs and Skills Centre a call on 13 64 64.
Jobs and Skills Centres are one-stop shops for careers, training and employment advice and assistance. Services are free, and accessible to all members of the community.
Find out more by visiting our website: www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au
What we offer
At NR TAFE, you can have a challenging and rewarding career. In exchange for your skills, passion and commitment, we offer a range of benefits including:
- Nine weeks paid leave
- Subsidised Housing with rent from $264 - $532 weekly depending on the category of the property (subject to availability and eligibility).
- Relocation allowance between the ranges of $6,500 and $8,500 depending on locality, if relocating from another region within Western Australia.
- Air-conditioning subsidy to offset a proportion of your power bills during applicable months.
- Generous travel subsidy up to $1,885 for yourself and your dependents plus additional travelling time each year.
- District Allowance from $7,436 - $18,898 per annum
- Country Incentive Allowance from $2,852 per annum
- Opportunities for professional development
- Tax reducing salary packaging options
- Government Employer Super Contribution 12%
- College Christmas Closure – utilising leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Access to NR TAFE’s corporate uniform.
- Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
- Subsidised annual influenza vaccination.
- Up to five days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Islanders
Lecturing staff employed in 2025 are eligible to receive a Temporary Regional Incentive of $15,000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at NRTAFE, with the remainder paid on the anniversary of start date. Staff must remain employed in the location for 12 months to be eligible to receive the second payment.
Want to know more?
Please contact Helen Hull, Executive Director Training Services on 0437 729 393 or email Helen.Hull@nrtafe.wa.edu.au
How 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.
Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.
- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable)
- A written application addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form.
Advertised Reference Number: NRL067.25P
Please ensure your application documents are complete and ready for upload, prior to clicking on the “Apply for Job” button.
If you are experiencing any difficulties applying, please contact Establishment & Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.
Other Conditions and Eligibility
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 Australian Citizenship, relevant visa or permanent residency is required.
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next 12 months.
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is submitted and received by the closing date and time. Late applications, proforma, faxed, hand delivered, posted and emailed applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Tuesday 18 November 2025 at 4:00pm (WST).
