At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and mentor the next generation of electricians in a supportive environment.
- Company: CQUniversity, committed to quality education and inclusivity for all.
- Benefits: Starting salary of $107,697, 5.4 weeks annual leave, and paid training.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a dynamic workplace with growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by sharing your skills and shaping future tradies.
- Qualifications: Relevant electrical trade qualification and hands-on industry experience required.
The predicted salary is between 56.93 - 56.93 $ per hour.
CQUniversity Rockhampton or Emerald (Relocation support available)
Starting salary $107,697 (from $56.93/ 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.
About this Opportunity
Permanent, Full-Time position.
Your opportunity to train the tradie: CQUniversity is seeking an experienced electrical trades professional to pass on their skills. Become an Electrical TAFE Teacher and mentor, guide and influence the next generation of electricians. Teaching into the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, you’ll support students to select, install, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises.
Your week
CQUniversity operates under a structured Vocational Education and Training (VET) workload model that recognises both teaching time and the work done outside the classroom environment. 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 in your paid hours – not done in your own time. Flexible start and finish times, planned around teaching needs, with flexibility supported where possible to accommodate personal, family and carer responsibilities.
What you’ll need
- A relevant electrical trade qualification, such as a Certificate III in Electrotechnology or similar.
- A Queensland Electrical Licence, or the ability to obtain.
- 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.
- Previous teaching experience is not required, however you must be willing to work in a structured teaching environment that includes assessment, documentation and student support.
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. 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. We are proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to creating a workplace where people of all abilities feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed. As a recognised member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, we actively promote awareness and understanding of non-visible disabilities, ensuring our employees can bring their whole selves to work.
For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description on the CQUniversity Careers Site.
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 11 October 2026
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.
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