TAFE Teacher - Auto Electrical

About this Opportunity

• Permanent, Full-Time
• CQUniversity Mackay (Relocation support available)
• Starting salary $107,697 (from $56.94/ hr) + 17% superannuation
• 5.4 weeks annual leave + paid Christmas/New Year break
• TAE40122 fully funded - and you’re paid while you complete it!

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

You've built the skills. Now pass them on.

If you've spent years on the tools, solving problems and building the practical skills that only come from industry experience, your next career move could be teaching the next generation to do the same.

At CQUniversity, you'll stay connected to your trade while using your experience in a new way. Teaching into Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (AUR30320), you'll deliver hands-on training and assessment to apprentices, using your industry experience to bring the trade to life. You'll guide students through the practical and technical aspects of automotive electrical work and help develop confident, capable and job-ready tradespeople.

No teaching experience? No worries. We value your real-world industry experience. We'll provide a fully funded TAE40122 qualification and support you every step of the way while you're employed and earning.

Why make the move into teaching?

• Stay connected to your trade and put years of industry experience to use in a new way.
• Earn while you learn, with your TAE40122 fully funded while you're employed.
• Enjoy 5.4 weeks annual leave, plus the University's paid Christmas/New Year closure.
• Build a long-term career with a permanent position and 17% superannuation.
• Pass on what you know and help shape the next generation of skilled tradies.

Click here to discover more about becoming a Teacher for CQUniversity's School of Trades.

Your Week

Your full-time workload is structured to recognise both your time teaching and the work that happens outside the classroom.

• 36.25 hrs/week (full-time) covering teaching, preparation, marking and student support.
• Teaching time is typically 22 hrs/week, with up to 25 hrs by agreement – no more than 9 teaching hours in a day.
• Prep and marking are included as part of your paid workload – not additional unpaid work on top of your allocated hours.
• Flexible start and finish times, planned around teaching needs, with flexibility supported where possible to accommodate personal, family and carer responsibilities.

Make the move to Regional Queensland

Relocate to the Mackay Region and enjoy the perfect mix of city convenience and coastal living, with beautiful beaches, great dining and easy access to the Whitsundays. Explore nearby islands and the Great Barrier Reef, where pristine beaches, coral reefs, and crystal-clear waters provide the perfect escape for snorkelling, diving, and relaxation. Plus, relocation assistance is available to help make your move smoother and more affordable.

What you'll need

• A minimum qualification in Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology is required. Dual-trade candidates, particularly those with a qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or another complementary trade, will be highly regarded.
• Current hands-on industry experience in areas such as electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding, testing, commissioning or industrial environments.
• An interest in mentoring apprentices, sharing your knowledge and guiding learners in both workshop and classroom settings.
• No teaching experience required – only a willingness to work in a structured setting with assessment, documentation and student support.

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description on the CQUniversity Careers Site.

Pre-Employment Checks

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include a National Police Check and/or Working with Children Check (where applicable).

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment where its members can study, work and live free from gender-based violence. In line with our organisational values and regulatory obligations, applicants may be required to declare any past or current allegations, investigations or findings relating to gender-based violence.

The successful candidate may also be required to demonstrate that they meet the “fit and proper person” criteria as required under applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks (including ASQA requirements where relevant).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At CQUniversity, inclusivity is at the heart of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed regardless of background or ability.

We advance reconciliation through our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), First Nations Workforce Strategy and our First Nations Cultural Competency Framework, strengthening opportunities for First Nations peoples and embedding cultural respect across our organisation. 

Through our Disability-Informed Action Plan, we continue to enhance accessibility and inclusion across our University. As a recognised member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, we actively promote awareness and understanding of non-visible disabilities, helping to ensure everyone can bring their whole selves to work and thrive.

CQUniversity is also committed to providing an accessible, equitable and inclusive recruitment and selection process. The University will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment, selection, appointment and onboarding process to ensure people with disability can participate on an equal basis with others.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 25 October 2026
Job Requisition ID: 7735

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

^Progression to Senior VET Teacher (salary of $112,033 to $119,319) will only occur if an approved teaching qualification has been obtained