Teacher automotive (bendigo)

Location: Charleston Road Campus, Bendigo, with occasional travel to other campuses

Role Type: Full‐time, permanent

Remuneration: Starting from $84,****** + 12% super, depending on qualifications and teaching experience

About us

Bendigo Kangan Institute brings together Bendigo TAFE, Kangan Institute, VETASSESS and eWorks to connect people and industries with the transformative power of education and careers. We deliver future‐ready skills, training, and assessment solutions, as well as lifelong learning opportunities. Our vision is to become Australia's leading skills provider.

About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity to transition from industry into teaching (or continue your teaching career) in a hands‐on, practical learning environment. You will deliver high‐quality vocational education and training in heavy diesel automotive, working closely with apprentices and industry stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, competency‐based training and assessment across automotive programs
• Prepare and adapt learning materials to suit a self‐paced learning environment
• Support student progression through mentoring, feedback and employer engagement
• Conduct practical assessments and ensure training meets industry and compliance standards
• Build strong relationships with industry to ensure learning remains relevant and future‐focused
• Work across a structured week with teaching, planning and non‐attendance (professional development) time built in

About you

You are an experienced automotive professional who wants to share your knowledge and invest in the next generation.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong heavy diesel experience (road transport, mobile plant or agricultural machinery)
• Collaborative, team‐focused approach with strong communication skills
• Passion for mentoring and developing apprentices
• Solid technical knowledge with a willingness to keep learning
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or willingness to obtain relevant vocational qualifications at the level being delivered
• Experience with hydraulics, electrical systems or diagnostics – highly regarded
• Breakdown or field service experience – highly regarded
• Exposure to emerging technologies (e.g., EV or advanced systems) – highly regarded

What we can offer you

• Attractive work‐life balance and flexible work options
• Free onsite parking for most campuses
• Professional development programs
• Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide
• Counselling support (EAP) and Health Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
• Meaningful work that drives positive social impact
• Opportunity to build a career in a world‐leading vocational education and training sector with diverse and emerging career opportunities across Australia

Essential Paperwork

• Working with Children Clearance (WWCC)
• Current police check
• Certified right‐to‐work documentation
• Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts

Equal Opportunity

We are a child secure and equal prospect employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance. Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.

Additional information

Applications close 11:59PM Friday 26June. The Institute reserves the right to withdraw this position at any time.