Teacher - Carpentry

About this role

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 December 2026 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 / andrew.mcphan@tafeqld.edu.au

Job reference : TQ2026-785

Closing date : 4:00pm, 19 August 2026