TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact
Head Teacher of Plumbing
Location: Wollongbar TAFE Campus
Permanent Full Time
$158,345 salary package - includes base salary ($139,508), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.
That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish.
We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer First, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.
We invest in our people
At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.
We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.
About the role
We’re seeking a motivated leader to be the next Head Teacher of Plumbing! You will lead our experienced TAFE Teachers and inspire the next generation of Plumbing students
Share your skills and passion for your industry, build the skills, qualifications, and employability, and support the career goals of our students.
About You
To be successful in the role, you will:
- Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Certificate III in Plumbing and Certificate IV in Plumbing and or equivalent.
- Desirable but not essential: Certificate III in Roof Plumbing.
- Have a minimum of five years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
- Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
- Hold (AQF) Level 5 or higher qualification in Vocational Education and Training (VET)/ Adult Education OR
- Hold a TAE 40116 or equivalent and commit to obtaining the AQF Level 5 or higher qualification within 18 months of employment
- Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.
A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!
Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Monday 2 November 2026
How to Apply
For further information regarding the role please click the apply button where you will be redirected to the Careers at TAFE NSW website where you can review the Position Description, application process and application instructions.
