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Become a TAFE Teacher with CQUniversity and help shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire apprentices and students - by sharing your industry trade expertise to train a new generation of professionals. The application of your industry knowledge and skills will equip aspiring tradespeople with the capabilities and confidence to succeed in their chosen discipline. With flexible pathways into further education, training and career development as well as extensive employee support, there’s never been a better time to make the move into TAFE teaching with CQUniversity.

Enjoy the benefits of a TAFE Teacher role

Flexible, Fulfilling, and Future-Focused

A career as a TAFE Teacher at CQUniversity offers more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a great work/life balance.

You’ll benefit from:

  • a consistent weekday schedule with weekends at home
  • generous employee entitlements and conditions
  • six weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
  • salary packaging options and 17% superannuation
  • relocation assistance (where applicable) for you and your family
  • work in state-of-the-art, modern teaching facilities with the latest tools and equipment
  • access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
  • wellbeing support and professional development opportunities.

Available locations

Full-time, part-time, and casual roles are available in Mackay, Rockhampton, Gladstone and Emerald.

We're looking for experts like you

Are you a qualified professional in one of these fields?

  • Electrical
  • Instrumentation
  • Automation and Industry 4.0
  • Automotive Heavy (Diesel Fitting)
  • Automotive Electrical
  • Automotive Light
  • Fitting and Machining
  • Metal Fabrication
  • Process Plant Operations
  • Plumbing
  • Carpentry
  • Bricklaying
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
  • Furnishing

Not a qualified trainer yet? No problem.

You don’t need to have a teaching qualification to apply to become a TAFE Teacher. CQUniversity recognises talent and will help you gain your TAE40122 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment through a fully supported pathway.

  • Course fees are fully covered
  • Flexible learning designed to suit your lifestyle
  • Comprehensive mentoring to help you succeed.

We’re committed to making your transition into TAFE teaching smooth, supported, and stress-free.

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Is this opportunity right for you?

You’re a great fit if you:

  • have current qualifications and hands-on experience in your trade
  • are interested in shaping the next generation of industry talent
  • enjoy mentoring others and sharing your knowledge
  • are open to learning new skills to support your career change.

Stay connected to your trade and up-to-date with emerging technologies, without the physical strain of being on the tools.

Contact us to find out more

We'll arrange a one-on-one phone call.

To get started, please complete our short enquiry form. 

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    Having students come and shake your hand and say, ‘thank you for helping me throughout my apprenticeship’ is what keeps the fire burning inside.

    Chris Weeks

    Metal Fabrication Teacher

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