Job Overview & Organization Mission

Train and assess apprentices in heavy commercial diesel mechanics, electronic diagnostics, and hydraulic systems in state-of-the-art workshops.

TAFE NSW is seeking an experienced Heavy Commercial Automotive Trainer to join the automotive trades faculty at our Maitland/Newcastle campus. You will deliver hands-on practical training and competency-based assessments to apprentices working across heavy transport, bus, and mining fleet sectors.

As a key member of the team at TAFE NSW in Newcastle, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Deliver interactive: Deliver interactive classroom theory and hands-on workshop training for AUR31120 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
• Instruct apprentices: Instruct apprentices on heavy vehicle diesel engine overhauls, pneumatic braking systems, and electronic diagnostics.
• Maintain compliant: Maintain compliant competency-based assessment records adhering to Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) standards.
• Ensure workshop: Ensure workshop safety compliance, hazard reporting, and tool tagging in training facilities.
• Liaise with: Liaise with transport industry employers and group training organizations (GTOs) on apprentice progression.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at TAFE NSW, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Cert IV in Training & Assessment (TAE40116/TAE40122) & Heavy Commercial Mechanical Trade.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 3-5 Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or recognized trade equivalency).
• Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or TAE40122).
• Minimum 5 years recent post-trade industry experience in heavy commercial vehicles or diesel equipment.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At TAFE NSW, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$98,000 – AU$118,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Salary $98,000 – $118,000 + 11.5% super + 12 weeks paid teacher vacation leave per year.
• Rewarding opportunity to mentor young apprentices entering an in-demand trade.
• Extensive teaching support, professional development, and state government job security.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is Australia’s leading provider of vocational education and training, training over 400,000 students every year.

TAFE NSW is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official TAFE NSW careers gateway.