Lecturer Maritime Operations (Master)

24 month fixed-term contract with possible further term and/or permanent appointment 

South Metropolitan TAFE is an industry and community-focused organisation with a driving commitment to high quality training and development. With several training centres and campuses spread across Perth's East and South Metropolitan suburbs, the TAFE offers nationally recognised qualifications, developed and endorsed by industry, at a local, state and national level, and to an increasing number of international students. 

We are an equal opportunity employer who is committed to supporting and building a culturally diverse workforce and workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Find out more by visiting our website: www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au

About the roleThe lecturer's primary role is to teach, facilitate learning, assess and mentor students in accordance with relevant curriculum and/or training package requirements. Lecturers also undertake Professional Activities (PA) and Activities Related to Delivery (ARD). 

In order to maintain quality educational services, lecturers are required to keep abreast of technological and other developments in their field through professional development to provide up-to-date information and advice to the College and industry, where appropriate. 

To be successful in this role you must hold a current Certificate of Compliance with Section A-II/2 of the STCW Code for Master and Chief mates on ships over 500 gross tonnage The successful applicant will also have at least 5 years of vocational or lecturing experience relevant to this position with an ability to facilitate and encourage learning. 

SM TAFE prefers lecturers to hold the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116, or TAE40110 and the additional skill sets referred to in Schedule 1, Item 2 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015. Applicants who do not yet hold the minimum required VET credentials are still eligible to apply, however SM TAFE may require the recommended candidate to obtain Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116 prior to appointment, irrespective of holding other adult education qualifications. 

For Further Job Related Information:Please contact Kerry Banyard, Portfolio Manager Aerospace, Maritime & Logistics on 0427 081 *** or email *************@smtafe.wa.edu.au 

Work BenefitsOur employees have access to a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
• 11% employer super contribution
• Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
• Fifteen days personal leave
• Four weeks annual leave
• Four weeks professional leave
• Flexible working hours
• Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
• Various employee health and wellness initiatives and benefits

Ready to Apply?Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application. 

Advertised Vacancy Reference Number:  SML017.24S 

Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit: 

• A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
• A written application addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF (in no more than two pages) 

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.  If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3***. 

Other Conditions and EligibilityEligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance.  If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card. 

To be eligible for appointment applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments). 

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next 12 months. 

Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date. 

Please note…The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. 

Applications close Tuesday, 5 March 2024 at 4:00pm (WST).