TAFE Teacher - Auto Heavy (Diesel Fitting) in Sheffield

CQUniversity Rockhampton or Mackay (Relocation support available)

Starting salary $107,697 (from $56.93/ hr) + 17% superannuation

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.

Your opportunity to train apprentices

CQUniversity is seeking experienced Diesel Fitters and Heavy Automotive professionals to pass on their skills and help shape the next generation of tradespeople! As a TAFE Teacher, you will mentor, guide and influence the future tradespeople of our region. You’ll deliver practical, hands-on training across heavy vehicle, mobile plant and diesel fitting disciplines. Drawing on your industry experience, you will help students develop the technical skills and knowledge needed for successful careers in the trades.

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) including 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. Preparation and marking are included in your paid hours – not done in your own time. Flexible working hours, planned around teaching needs, with flexibility supported where possible to accommodate personal, family and carer responsibilities.

Consider a change in scenery and make the move to Regional Queensland

• Rockhampton: A regional powerhouse with a rich history and direct access to the Capricorn Coast. Enjoy the balance of a well-connected city and relaxed coastal living, with Yeppoon just 30 minutes away. Whether you’re based in town or by the beach, you’ll have great local dining, an active outdoor lifestyle and the Southern Great Barrier Reef on your doorstep.
• Mackay: Live the coastal lifestyle with quality beaches, a close-knit community and the Whitsundays nearby. It’s a place where work and lifestyle come together, with everything close to home – without the pressure of a major city. Plus, our relocation assistance will help make your move smooth and stress-free (and almost cost-free).

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• No night shifts or FIFO - local work
• No coal board medicals or site inductions
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• A relevant qualification in automotive diesel engine technology, engineering or similar.
• Demonstrated current industry skills directly relevant to the training/assessment being delivered.
• Willingness to obtain a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (fully funded), or currently hold TAE40110 or higher.
• Knowledge of the education and training sector and the ability to positively respond to new directions of the training market.

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.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 2 August 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7515

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

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.