We are seeking a passionate and industry-experienced lecturer who is motivated to share their knowledge and skills with the next generation of high-risk and machine operation workers.
In this role, you will deliver training and assessment across a range of high-risk and machine operation programs, supporting students to develop the practical skills and safety knowledge required for successful employment outcomes in industry.
As a Lecturer at South Regional TAFE (SR TAFE), you will:
- Plan, develop and deliver engaging training and assessment aligned to nationally recognised training packages
- Facilitate learning and mentor students to achieve competency and build confidence in high-risk and plant operations work environments
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of training delivery and student outcomes
- Maintain strong industry engagement and stay current with emerging technologies, practices and compliance requirements
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based at our Collie campus, working within a supportive team committed to high-quality vocational education and training.
To be successful, you will bring:
- Significant industry experience (minimum 5 years) in a high-risk work and machine operators environment
- Relevant high-risk work licences (such as dogging, rigging, scaffolding, forklift, EWP), with additional tickets such as confined space entry and working at heights highly desirable
- WorkSafe Assessor accreditation (or the ability to obtain)
- A genuine passion for training, mentoring and developing others
Relevant Qualifications & Experience
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring strong industry experience and hold relevant qualifications and licences. Ideally, you will have:
- High Risk Work Licences in one or more of the following: Dogging, Rigging, Scaffolding, Crane (CN/CN1/CO), Forklift, or Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
- Current tickets in Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights
- WorkSafe Assessor accreditation, or the experience required to apply for an assessor ticket
- A minimum of five years’ industry experience in your area of expertise
To deliver accredited training, you’ll also need to meet the requirements under the Registration Standards 2025, including holding a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116, or TAE40110), or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011, TAESS00019, or TAESS00024)
Don’t have the training qualification yet? That’s okay, you’re still encouraged to apply. We’ll support you to enrol, commence training, and complete the qualification within two years of starting.
About Us
SR TAFE is dedicated to delivering a diverse range of nationally recognised programs throughout the Great Southern and South West regions of Western Australia. With a presence spanning 12 campuses from Bunbury to Esperance and from Albany to Narrogin, we offer flexible delivery options, including on-site, online and workplace-based programs.
Our commitment is to provide responsive, sustainable and innovative training that honours the rich diversity of our community. This significant role ensures the college remains well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of both industry and the broader community.
We are an equal opportunity employer and we continually strive to strengthen the diversity and capability of our workforce to reflect the rich diversity of our student community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under), people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women in non-traditional areas.
For more information, visit www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au
For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Kathy Keay, Director Strategic Partnerships on (08) 6371 3732 or via email kathy.keay@srtafe.wa.edu.au
Work Benefits
Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- 12% employer superannuation 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
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 brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the attached JDF
- Certified qualifications, licences and registrations (2MB limit per attachment)
Advertised Reference Number: SRL050.26S
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.
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 applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.
Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.
SR TAFE has a shutdown period of up to 12 working days over Christmas/New Year. Arrangements for paid leave in advance or leave without pay during the shutdown period will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applications close Friday 29 May 2026 at 4:00pm (WST)
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
