Your Opportunity: Teach Project Management in an Elite Sport Environment
Are you an experienced project management professional with a passion for education and real world delivery?
This is your opportunity to teach Diploma level Project Management, embedded within one of Australia's most industry connected sport education programs.
Join TAFE Queensland's Academy of Sport, where students learn project planning, delivery and governance through live industry contexts, working alongside professional sporting organisations including the Brisbane Broncos, Brisbane Lions and Brisbane Bullets, the Academy has expanded its reach nationally through dual diploma programs delivered in collaboration with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and Parramatta Eels.
Students don't just study theory - they apply structured project methodologies to authentic business, operational and event based projects inside elite sporting environments.
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training (VET) provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. Our award-winning training is delivered on campus, online, and in the workplace to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.
By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce that is closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.
Now, we're looking for passionate educators to guide students and help shape the future of sport in Australia.
The Role: Educate, Inspire, and Lead the Future of Sport as a Project Management Educator
As an educator with the TAFE Queensland Academy of Sport, you will primarily deliver and assess:
* BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management
You may also contribute, where appropriate, to contextual learning elements within:
* BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
* SIS50321 Diploma of Sport
The role is based at the Parramatta Eels Institute, located within the Club's high performance headquarters at the James Hardie Centre of Excellence, Kellyville (NSW).
This role goes beyond classroom delivery. You will guide students through end to end project lifecycles, using real industry briefs to develop capability in planning, execution, risk, stakeholder engagement and evaluation. This is more than traditional teaching. It is about bringing theory to life through real industry contexts, connecting students with professionals working inside elite clubs, and mentoring the next generation of sport industry leaders.
You will work closely with students, industry partners, and the TAFE Queensland team to ensure learning is engaging, practical, and aligned with the realities of today's sport sector.
This position reports to the Educational Team Leader.
This is a Temporary, Full-time opportunity, to 25 June 2027 unless otherwise determined.
The position will be based primarily at Parramatta however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver industry connected project management training aligned to nationally recognised qualifications, using real sport and business projects as learning vehicles
Lead effective teaching and assessment across classroom, simulated, workplace and online environments, with a strong focus on applied project delivery
Guide students through project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure using contemporary project management methodologies
Design and implement assessment tools that reflect real world project documentation, reporting and governance requirements
Support students to apply learning through industry based projects, operational initiatives and event or program delivery
Build strong working relationships with industry partners, colleagues and students to ensure learning remains relevant and commercially aligned
Maintain currency in project management practice, tools and education methodologies
Contribute to continuous improvement of Academy of Sport programs and teaching practice
Undertake associated administrative responsibilities including monitoring student progression, learner engagement and assessment quality
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Strong, practical experience in project management, including planning, delivery, stakeholder management and reporting
Ability to translate project management competencies into engaging, applied learning experiences
Experience delivering or working within structured project methodologies
High level communication and stakeholder engagement skills
A collaborative, adaptable approach suited to a dynamic, industry connected environment
Genuine commitment to student development and career ready outcomes
Experience within sport, events, facilities, commercial or operational environments is an advantage but not essential. While students come from a range of sporting codes, a strong understanding of rugby league is highly desirable, helping ensure learning is aligned with the industry context of our programs delivered with the Parramatta Eels.
Join TAFE Queensland's Academy of Sport expansion into New South Wales and become part of a growing team delivering industry-connected education across the nation.
Work directly with high-profile professional sporting organisations
Be part of a supportive and experienced education team
Deliver programs that combine industry insight with nationally recognised qualifications
Contribute to developing the next generation of sport industry professionals in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
If you're ready to turn your industry knowledge into impact and help shape the next generation of sport leaders, we want to hear from you.
Benefits
Four (4) weeks recreation leave (accrued annually)
Five (5) weeks Non-Attendance Time programmed annually for preparation
12.75% Superannuation and Salary packaging options available
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Access to private health corporate plans and corporate discounts (e.g. Fitness Passport, Apple products, Dell products, Lenovo products)
How you will be assessed
Demonstrate strong knowledge of national training packages and accredited courses, with the ability to translate competency requirements into practical learning experiences aligned with the sport industry and the operational environments of professional rugby league organisations such as the Parramatta Eels.
Apply best practice in the planning and delivery of teaching and learning activities, developing industry-relevant and innovative training solutions that integrate leadership, project management and sport industry scenarios.
Design and facilitate flexible and technology-enhanced learning experiences that support students studying within both classroom and industry-connected environments, including the use of digital learning tools and Learning Management Systems.
Demonstrate initiative, strong self-management and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, while maintaining a professional approach to change, innovation and continuous improvement.
Maintain contemporary knowledge of both the sport industry and vocational education practices through ongoing professional development, ensuring teaching remains aligned with current leadership, management and project delivery practices within sport organisations.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of safe, equitable and inclusive work practices, with the ability to foster a supportive and professional learning environment that delivers a high-quality student experience.
Mandatory Qualifications/Requirements
Applicants must possess the following:
Vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed;
BSB50820 - Diploma of Project Management (Required)
SIS50321 Diploma of Sport (Advantageous)
BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management (Advantageous)
current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided;
current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs the training and assessment provided;
evidence of undertaking professional development in the fields of the knowledge and practice of vocational training, learning and assessment including competency-based training and assessment;
NDIS Worker Screening Clearance. For further information, please access NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission NDIS Worker Screening: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/worker-screening/ndis-worker-screening-check;
Working with Children Check (Blue Card). For further information, please access: http://www.bluecard.qld.gov.au/; and/or
Working with Children Check (WWCC, NSW). For further information, please access: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check
Additionally, to become a TAFE Teacher, you must hold one of the following training and assessment credentials:
TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or its successor; or
TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; or
TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment; plus:
TAELLN411 or its successor or TAELLN401A; and
TAEASS502 or its successor or TAEASS502A or TAEASS502B; or
A credential issued by a higher education provider which would enable the individual to satisfy the academic requirements for registration as a secondary school teacher and one (1) of the following credentials:
TAESS00024 VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set or its successor, or
TAESS00019 Assessor Skill Set or its successor; or
TAESS00011 Assessor Skill Set; or
A diploma or higher-level qualification in adult or vocational education (approved by TAFE Queensland).
Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.
Not sure if you are qualified or experienced enough?
Please note applicants need not necessarily possess teaching experience, as the right candidate may be trained and developed through coaching, mentoring and partnering. Importance is placed on possession of the appropriate qualifications, industry experience and the right attitude.
For more information about how we could support you in your journey to becoming a TAFE Teacher, please read about our Foundation Educator program on the TAFE Queensland website.
Note: Proof of qualifications and industry currency/experience to be provided at interview.
How to apply
If you're interested in this role, click the 'Apply' button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal. When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:
A detailed resume;
A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the 'How you will be assessed' criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total); and
The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor)
Closing date: 9:00am, Tuesday 9 June 2026
Job Reference Number: TQ2026-460
For further information, please contact:
Michelle Carroll, Educational Team Leader
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