CARPENTRY TEACHER
Build the future of the trade - from the classroom.
Looking to step off the tools and into a role where you can make a real difference?
TAFE Queensland Gold Coast is seeking passionate and experienced Carpenters ready to pass on their skills and inspire the next generation of tradespeople.
Based at our Ashmore campus, you'll deliver hands-on training across workshops, classrooms and simulated environments - bringing your real-world experience to life for students at all stages of their learning journey. This opportunity is full time until July 2027 with possibility of extension.
Enjoy better work-life balance, strong team support, and the chance to shape future careers - without leaving the industry behind.
What's on offer?
Salary: $92,930 - $105,218 per annum + 12.75% super
4 weeks Recreation Leave annually
17.5% leave loading (paid as a lump sum)
5 weeks Non-Attendance Time (NAT) for preparation and marking
Paid professional development & industry release
Free onsite parking
Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support)
Salary packaging options
Discounts on fitness, tech, and private health insurance
About the role
As a Carpentry Teacher, you will:
Deliver hands-on training and assessment in carpentry
Teach across workshops, classrooms and simulated environments
Develop industry-relevant learning and assessment resources
Support students with inclusive and flexible learning approaches
Maintain strong connections with industry and training standards
What we're looking for
To be successful in this role, you will bring the following mandatory requirements:
CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry (or equivalent)
TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent)
Strong, current industry experience in carpentry
Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.
Make a real impact
Join a team that's shaping Queensland's future workforce. At TAFE Queensland, you'll help students build not only structures-but rewarding careers.
Ready to build something bigger? Click 'Apply' today and start your teaching journey.
Please include:
A structured resume outlining relevant work experience
A cover letter that outlines your qualifications, known skills and experience and how you will apply this in your teaching
The contact details for two recent referees
Job Contact: Andrew McPhan / Educational Delivery Manager /
[email protected]
Job reference: TQ2026-501
Closing date: 4:00pm, 18 June 2026This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
