AddressWe are establishing a 24 month open pool for permanent, fixed term, full time, part time or casual appointments, with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency.
About the CollegeNorth Metropolitan TAFE is the established State Government provider of vocational education and training for the northern Perth region. Our mission is to nurture participation, productivity and aspirations for our learners, our industry and our community.
Our Values reflect our determination to ensure best practice and leadership across VET in pursuit of our vision of transforming lives; strengthening industry and community. We have ten campuses across the northern suburbs that provide high quality training with over 400 courses across 48 industry areas.
We value equity and diversity in our workforce and promote an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Find out more by visiting our website: www.northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au.
About the roleThis position provides Technical Support for the range of programs offered within North Metro TAFE and maintains the related laboratories, studios, Kitchens and workshops to ensure the efficient operation of all practical classes and the achievement of the relevant Portfolio’s objectives.
We are specifically looking for staff to support the Engineering, Civil Construction and Civil Infrastructure, Residential Construction and Trades, Integrated Technology & Automation, Science Resources & Greenskills, Art and Design, Hospitality, Culinary Arts & Personal Services, Health and Nursing Portfolios.
To be successful in this role you will have experience in one or more areas within a workshop, Studio, laboratory or kitchen and/or relative industry experience such as but not limited to, Automotive, Fitting and Machining, Heavy Fabrication, Light Fabrication, Building and Construction (e.g. Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, bricklaying tiling, plastering etc), Science, Electronics or Robotics or Culinary Arts and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- maintain a high level of customer focus by providing assistance to lecturers and students during formal classes, student access, enrolments and other times as required, as well as maintaining and displaying the technician timetable for operating hours if required;
- operate and maintains a range of equipment and material stocks relevant to the area of responsibility;
- prepares, monitors and maintains equipment and material stocks safely complying with NM TAFE and Occupational Health & Safety guidelines, procedures and legislation
- convey accurate information regarding technical equipment and process requirements to staff and students including training students in the safe operation of machinery and equipment as required.
For Further Job Related Information:Please contact Paul Langridge, Manager Technical Services on 6211 2440 or **************@nmtafe.wa.edu.au
Work BenefitsOur employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Flexible working hours
- Four weeks annual leave and an option to accrue an additional two weeks leave each year
- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Paid parental leave – 14 weeks
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- Employer superannuation contribution 11%
How 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 Reference Number: NMG086.23P
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit:
- Current Resume including two professional referees (resume should include any relevant qualifications such as First aid certificate, forklift ticket)
- A brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the attached JDF
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 EligibilityIf you are successful, during the life of the pool you may be offered appointment to similar & subsequent vacancies within the College, within other TAFE Colleges or across WA Government (subject to your permission being granted).
As this is an open recruitment pool, the following should be noted:
- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applicants and will assess on a regular basis
- Suitable applicants will be placed in the pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur
- Appointments may be made from this pool until 30 October 2025
Eligibility for employment is subject to you obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance and, if this position involves contact with children, a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
To be eligible for appointment you must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).
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 30 June 2025 at 4:00pm (WST).
