Vacancy Number: 22

Position Title: Teacher Plumbing

Employment Status: Ongoing, Full Time

Department: Construction

Location: Heidelberg

Award Classification: MEA L3.1 - L3.4

Salary: $105,717 - $117,764 per annum (plus superannuation)

Hours: 38 hours per week

Applications Close: Monday 1 December 2025

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 a passionate and experienced Plumbing Teacher to deliver engaging, industry-relevant education that supports students in achieving their learning and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver training and assessment for Plumbing Certificates II, III & IV and associated qualifications.

Develop and evaluate student learning materials and resources.

Support student engagement, attendance, and outcomes.

Maintain accurate teaching and compliance documentation.

Participate in industry consultation, curriculum review, and marketing activities.

Provide academic and pastoral support to students.

Ensure vocational competence and compliance with quality standards.

Skills and Experience Required

A relevant Degree, Diploma or Trade Certificate in Plumbing.

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent, including TAEASS502 and TAELLN411).

Minimum two years’ experience as a qualified plumber with a current plumbing industry commission license.

Sound knowledge of related building trades.

Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office and relevant technologies.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines.

Experience in diverse teaching strategies and understanding of AQTF standards.

Commitment to Occupational Health and Safety, Anti-Discrimination, and continuous improvement.

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 submit your application through Melbourne Polytechnic’s careers portal. There, you will be able to view the full Position Description and upload your documents. Please:

Complete all pre-screening questions

Upload your CV and a brief cover letter (maximum 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 combined copies of your relevant qualifications and provide your USI VET Transcript (if available):

Include the transcript link (from your USI Student Portal) in your cover letter, and upload the transcript PDF under the qualifications section

File Requirements: Each file must be under 2MB. PDF is preferred (Word .doc or .docx also accepted). 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: Recruitment Team

Email: [email protected]

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.