Lecturer Plumbing and Gasfitting

We are currently seeking experienced plumbers and gas fitters with expertise across domestic, commercial and industrial plumbing and gas services, including water, sanitary, drainage, roofing, and gas fitting systems, to plan, develop and deliver high-quality training and assessment to students, apprentices, trainees and industry participants.

The Lecturer's role involves delivering and assessing training across a range of plumbing and gas qualifications and skill sets, mentoring and supporting students to achieve successful learning outcomes, and maintaining contemporary industry knowledge through ongoing professional development. You will bring current industry experience and a passion for developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople, ensuring training reflects industry standards, regulatory requirements and safe work practices.

$96,229 – $124,271 pa, LGA Grade 1-9

We are establishing a 12 month appointment pool for vacancies that may arise. We may offer permanent, fixed term, full time, part time or casual appointments, with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency.

Balga Campus, as we are a multi-campus institution you may be required to work from more than one campus

Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging/sacrifice facility

• 12% employer superannuation 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

Find out about North Metropolitan TAFE please visit our website at www.northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au   

For Further Job Related Information

Wayne Price, Principal Lecturer Plumbing, would also be happy to chat with you on Wayne.price@nmtafe.wa.edu.au. Also talk with them about how we can make adjustments to support you to participate fully in recruitment

Suitability Requirements

To be considered suitable for this position, you will:

• Essential: At least 5 years industry experience (post apprenticeship) and a Tradespersons Plumbing License (WA).

• Desirable: A current Class G Gasfitting Permit; Plumbing Contractors license

• Hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116, TAE40110), or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011, TAESS00019, or TAESS00024) in line with the Registration Standards 2025. Applicants who do not yet hold the required VET qualification may still apply; however, the successful candidate must enrol in an approved training and assessment qualification and complete it within two years of commencing.

• Have relevant skills and experience to meet the selection criteria and role requirements as outlined in the JDF.

Eligibility Requirements and Other Conditions

To be considered eligible for employment, you will:

• Possess current and valid Australian working rights (e.g. Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or an appropriate working visa). Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Hold, or have the ability to obtain:

  • Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

  • Working With Children (WWC) Card

How to apply  

Please ensure you review the Job Description Form (attached to the advert on Jobs WA) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

To read the full advertisement and submit your application click the Apply button at the top of this page, which will direct you to Jobs WA.

Or go to - www.jobs.wa.gov.au  

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).

At NMTAFE, we value and promote a diverse, inclusive and supportive environment. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, youth, people of diverse sexual orientations and genders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged.