Company description:

Ready to Cultivate the Next Generation of Diesel Experts? Join Bendigo Kangan Institute as an Automotive Teacher, focusing on Heavy Diesel, where your hands-on experience becomes the foundation for student success.

About Us:

Bendigo Kangan Institute is one of Victoria's largest TAFE providers. We offer state-of-the-art training centres providing a wide range of courses in a variety of fields. We foster a culture that is customer-centric, works together and focuses on achieving our best in a healthy and supportive environment. If you are passionate about putting the customer first, thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team, please read the detailed position description document to understand our values and focus.

Job description:

Location: Charleston Road, Bendigo

Role Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: From $79,743 - $90,944 Plus Super (Based on qualifications and Teaching experience)

About The Role:

In this full-time teaching position, you'll be guiding students through the practical and theoretical aspects of working with heavy diesel engines - particularly in the agricultural and mobile plant sectors. This is not just about textbooks and lectures; it's about turning the workshop into a vibrant learning space where tools, diagnostics, and machinery come alive.

You will deliver quality vocational education and training and conduct competency-based assessments in a range of environments. You will have access to world-class vehicle and engine testing facilities, workshop spaces and a purpose-built auto electrical lab. You will use your experience in the automotive industry to support the student learning experience.

You will:

• Develop and deliver training modules covering heavy diesel systems, focusing on agricultural machinery and mobile plant.
• Lead hands-on sessions exploring hydraulics, electrical systems, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Use your knowledge of AGCO equipment to enrich the learning experience with real-world insights.
• Support students in achieving qualifications that prepare them for high-demand roles across agriculture and plant operations.
• Collaborate with industry partners, fellow educators, and learners to keep training relevant and future ready.

Whether you're already teaching or fresh from the field, we provide professional development and teaching support to help you succeed in the classroom.

We're Looking for someone who has:

• Completed TAE40110 / TAE40116 / TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (OR willing to enrol/ currently completing)
• Mandatory qualification in Agricultural Machinery or Mobile Plant
• Experience in hydraulics, electrical systems, and ideally AGCO equipment like Massey Ferguson or Fendt.
• A practical, solutions-focused mindset and excellent communication skills.
• The most up to date industry currency
• Has a passion to help students excel
• Previous experience in a teaching role is beneficial

What's in it for you:

• Become part of a growing department full of industry professionals
• Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options
• Free parking at most campuses
• Ongoing professional development to keep your skills sharp
• Fitness Passport Program giving you and your family access to 230+ locations across Australia
• Access to counselling support (EAP) and regular health & wellbeing initiatives
• Meaningful work helping to shape the future of the electrical trade
• Clear career pathway in vocational education with opportunities across Australia

The Essential Paperwork:

• Working with Children Clearance (WWCC)
• Current police check
• Certified right to work documentation
• Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts

Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance

Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognize their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.

This advert is due to close: 15/08/2025