• Vacancy Number: 51
• Position Title: Casual Teacher - Electrical
• Employment Type: Casual
• Department: Construction
• Location: Heidelberg
• Award Classification: AQF4 - AQF6
• Salary: $82.00 - $88.59 per hour
• Hours per Week: Up to 38 hours per week, subject to operational requirements

Why Join Us

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:

• Industry-led, hands-on training
• Inclusive, future-focused environments
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
• A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Casual Teacher - Electrical to join our Construction team. In this role, you will deliver engaging and industry-relevant education that supports students in achieving their learning and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver training and assessment aligned with VET and curriculum requirements
• Support student engagement, attendance and outcomes
• Maintain teaching and compliance documentation
• Participate in industry consultation and curriculum development
• Provide pastoral and academic support to students
• Engage in moderation, validation, and continuous improvement activities
• Promote courses and liaise with industry and community networks

Skills and Experience Required

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
• Victorian Electrical A Grade License
• Certificate III in Electrotechnology
• Relevant post-secondary qualifications and recent industry experience
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and VET compliance
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and ICT skills
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and adapt in teaching practices
• Experience in student engagement and vocational placement coordination

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

• A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  
• A National Police Check
  

How to Apply

Click 'Apply' to be redirected to our careers portal, where you can view the full Position Description and submit your application. You'll be asked to:

• Complete all pre-screening questions
• Upload your CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD
• If applying for a teaching role, upload relevant qualifications

File Requirements:

• Each file must be under 2MB
• PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)
• Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , ! @ # % *)

Selection Process

Our process includes:

• An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)
• Reference checks
• Employment and qualification verification

Questions?

Contact: Susan Habib

Email:

Applications close: Wednesday 24th September 2025

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.