Lead Teacher Electrical

• Vacancy Number: 52
• Position Title: Lead Teacher – Electrical
• Employment Type: Full-time, Ongoing
• Department: Construction - Electrical
• Location: Heidelberg
• Award Classification: Victorian TAFE Teaching Staff Agreement 2024
• Salary: $117,764 - $121,462 per anumm (plus superannuation)
• Hours per Week: 38

Why Join Us

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:

• Industry-led, hands-on training
• Inclusive, future-focused environments
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
• A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Teacher – Electrical, to join our electrical team. In this role, you will deliver engaging and industry-relevant education that supports students in achieving their learning and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess Certificate II, III, and IV electrical training programs and industry-recognised professional development
• Lead a team in designing and improving educational materials and services
• Maintain compliance with VET, ASQA, and internal quality standards
• Support student wellbeing, learning progress and re-engagement
• Engage in course promotion, industry consultation, and validation

Skills and Experience Required

• A minimum of 5 years' recent experience in the electrical industry
• Electrical qualification relevant to the department (e.g., Certificate III in Electrotechnology)
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent)
• Proven ability to teach across multiple electrical qualifications and exams
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in compliance, curriculum design, and student engagement
• Desirable: Knowledge of LMS platforms and vocational education trends

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

• A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• A National Police Check

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to our careers portal, where you can view the full Position Description and submit your application. You'll be asked to:

• Complete all pre-screening questions
• Upload your CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD
• If applying for a teaching role, upload relevant qualifications

File Requirements:

• Each file must be under 2MB
• PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)
• Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , ! @ # % *)

Selection Process

Our process includes:

• An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)
• Reference checks
• Employment and qualification verification

Questions?

Contact: Susan Habib

Email:

Applications close: Wednesday 24th September 2025

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.