At a Glance
- Tasks: Support automotive training by managing supplies, inventory, and workshop equipment.
- Company: Join TasTAFE, Tasmania's leading training provider focused on real-life learning.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment with flexible work options.
- Why this job: Make a difference in education while working hands-on in the automotive industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in the automotive industry; trade qualifications are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 78913 - 83665 $ per year.
About Us
As Tasmania's publicly owned training provider, TasTAFE is a vital contributor to the prosperity of the state's economy through supporting jobs and employment and the economic resilience of our businesses and industry. With a focus on practical, real‐life learning, we work hard to ensure the training our learners receive is industry relevant and we provide real industry skills that are highly valued by employers. TasTAFE aspires to be a place of innovation, creating new ways of training, finding solutions, delivering differently and increasing access for all.
The Role
We're seeking a Technical Employee – Automotive to support our training team at the Cherokee Drive – Cambridge campus. This hands‐on role is all about logistics and operational support—ordering, stocking, and credit card use/balancing of accounts, managing inventory—ensuring our classrooms and workshops are equipped and ready to deliver top‐quality training. Working under general direction, you'll ensure the safe and efficient movement and storage of tools, equipment and materials, and help maintain an organised, compliant, and accessible workspace.
Permanent Full‐time position.
Responsibilities
- Order supplies and tools for the Automotive training programs
- Receive and unpack goods, stock items in designated storage locations
- Keep inventory accurate, up‐to‐date, and accessible for trainers and students
- Assist with maintaining workshop equipment, PPE equipment and keeping learning spaces clean and safe
- Work collaboratively with teachers to ensure classrooms are well‐prepared and stocked
- Assist teachers reset automotive faults in simulated automotive practical training equipment
- Order any fuel required to run equipment/vehicles
- Understand and maintain current SOP (Standard operating procedures) for safety
- MAYBE required to be a First Aid Officer or a Fire Warden
What You Will Bring
- Experience required in the automotive industry and it is desirable to have welding/engineering experience
- Great organisational skills—you know where everything goes and how to keep it that way
- Confidence using ordering systems, MS Office Suite/Excel spreadsheet, tracking inventory, and managing stock
- Ability to lift and move equipment safely and follow WHS protocols
- Good communication skills and a team‐oriented attitude and ability to build and maintain great working relationships with suppliers
- A proactive, reliable approach—you see what needs to be done and do it!
Qualifications & Requirements
- Previous experience working within the automotive industry.
- Applicants with a trade qualification in Mechanical or Engineering/Welding will be highly regarded.
- Current Driver's License
- Desirable – Forklift License
- A current Working with Vulnerable People registration is required, or the ability to obtain prior to commencement.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
At TasTAFE, we encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people living with a disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexibility. We want our workforce to reflect the diversity in our community, and we are committed to building a culture we are all proud of. Ask us how we can make this role flexible to suit you.
Application Process
If you think this could be the opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply by submitting a current copy of your resume which outlines your skills and experience (you do not need to include a cover letter). To be eligible, you must have the right to work in Australia. Candidate screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our recruitment team know during selection. For more information regarding this opportunity, please call TasTAFE on 1300 655 307 and ask to speak to a member of the Talent Team. Applications for this role close at 11.55 pm on Sunday 18 Jan 2026.
TasTAFE is determined to create a positive application experience for all candidates. We are committed to provide application outcomes via phone or email in a timely manner to all candidates. TasTAFE prioritises Tasmania's Child and Youth Safe Standards and the Universal Principle for Aboriginal Cultural Safety in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and cultural well‐being of children, youth, and Aboriginal individuals.
Technical Employee - Automotive South in Hobart employer: Tastafe
TasTAFE is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the community it serves. Located at the Clarence Campus, this role offers the chance to inspire and mentor the next generation of professionals in the built environment while benefiting from strong support for professional development and flexible working arrangements. With a commitment to innovation and real-world learning, TasTAFE provides a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Tasmania's economy and workforce.
