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* CQUniversity Rockhampton* (Relocation support available)
* Total Remuneration $120,134 to $133,098 pa^ (including salary of $101,515 to $112,470 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading) – with the opportunity for overtime
* Equivalent Hourly Rate: $53.66 to $59.46 per hour
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.
Get off the tools and get into teaching
CQUniversity is seeking a qualified furnishing tradesperson or experienced cabinet maker who's passionate about sharing their skills and shaping the future of the industry. Step off the tools and into a rewarding teaching role where you will inspire the next generation of furniture makers and finishers.
In this position, you'll deliver the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology, equipping students with practical, hands-on training in areas like furniture construction, timber technology, and finishing techniques. Your real-world experience in the furnishing trade will be instrumental in helping students build job-ready skills.
Whether you're guiding practical sessions, facilitating discussions, or mentoring up-and-coming apprentices, your knowledge will help shape the future of the trade - and your own career.
Get paid to work and study
No teaching experience? No worries If you're passionate about your trade and enjoy mentoring, we'll support you in becoming a qualified trainer. You'll be paid to earn while you learn the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, with full support from our team. Gain the qualifications to teach while working in a role that offers great job security and career progression.
Consider a change in scenery and make the move to Regional Queensland
Relocate to the Rockhampton Region and discover a city steeped in history, set along a picturesque riverfront and proudly known as the Beef Capital of Australia. Enjoy a thriving local culture, great dining, and easy access to the stunning Capricorn Coast. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, it's the perfect place to embrace an outdoor lifestyle. Explore the Keppel Islands, part of the Great Barrier Reef, where pristine beaches, coral reefs, and crystal-clear waters offer the perfect escape for snorkelling, diving, and relaxation. Best of all, our generous relocation assistance makes your move smooth, stress-free, and almost cost-free.
This is your chance to take your career in a new direction while making a real impact in the trades industry. Discover more about becoming a School of Trades Teacher for CQUniversity here.
Position Requirements
* Trade qualifications in Cabinetmaking, Shopfitting, Joinery or Furniture Making.
* Willingness to obtain a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122), if not already completed.
* Knowledge of the education and training sector and the ability to positively respond to new directions and demands of the training market.
* Recent, relevant industry experience and demonstrated practical trade skills.
For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description on the CQUniversity Careers Site.
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 20 July 2025
Job Requisition ID: 6135
*A condition of employment for this role is relocation to the Rockhampton region (relocation support available). Please confirm your willingness to relocate in your application.
^Progression to Senior VET Teacher (salary of $105,602 to $112,470) if an approved teaching qualification has been obtained.
Further information on the position and application requirements can be found by clicking the 'apply' button.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Education and Training
* Industries
Higher Education, Technical and Vocational Training, and Education
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