LECTURER FABRICATION AND WELDING

TAFE SA
Job reference: 856448
Location: 5253 - MURRAY BRIDGE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Full time long-term role until 30 June 2027
• LET1-4 salary range $86,239 - $104,720 p.a. + super
• Based at Murray Bridge campus / Ngarrindjeri Country
• View: Role Description and Industry Addendum

Get to Know Us

TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high-quality, hands-on education across South Australia.

At TAFE SA, our values shape how we work — We Work As One, We Do What Matters, and We Step Up.

Learn more about our values and what it’s like to work at TAFE SA: TAFESA Values

Join a passionate, future-focused team that helps students build careers and change lives. This is more than just a job, it's your opportunity to create real impact. GO GET IT!

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

Enjoy a great range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance.

• Generous leave entitlements, including up to 29 Non-Attendance Days, Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Special, Cultural, and Family & Domestic Violence Leave
• Salary Packaging / Salary Sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture
• Career development and progression
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What Makes this Role Exciting

The primary role of a TAFE SA Lecturer is to provide a quality educational service of training, assessment, and guidance to students in accordance with relevant training package objectives. Lecturers may also be involved in the provision of consultancy services to industry/community clients.

Are You the One?

• Proven fabrication and welding industry experience with minimum 5 years post-trade qualification experience and current industry currency
• Sound knowledge of the MEM Training Package, current fabrication industry trends, continuous improvement practices, and underpinning technical knowledge
• Strong practical expertise in MIG, TIG, Arc and Gas Welding, fabrication, workshop practices, and heavy fabrication environments
• Trade qualified to at least Certificate III, with Certificate IV qualifications viewed favourably
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE40116) or higher and demonstrated experience delivering adult education
• Welding certifications highly regarded, including Welder Certifications and Welding Supervisor Certifications (AS1796, AS2214 and/or ISO 9606-1)

What You Need to Know

A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment.

Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.

Ready to Make Your Move?

Click “Apply” to submit your application, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your resume and a short response (max 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria, referencing the Role Description and the Industry Addendum. All applications must be submitted online.

For enquiries, contact Gordon Boyce – Educational Manager, Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication and Welding via phone at 0488 001 *** or via email at ************@tafesa.edu.au

Applications close: 1st September 2026 at 11:45pm

Flexibility Meets Inclusion

At TAFE SA, we’re proud to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds — including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Just let us know, we’re here to support you.

First Nations Talent — Driving Change

We’re committed to meaningful career opportunities for First Nations peoples. Learn more in our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.

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Applications close: 01/09/2026 11:45 PM

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.