Academic Staff Member, Mechanical Engineering

Position Title: Academic Staff Member Mechanical Engineering

Location: Windermere Campus, Tauranga

Team: Engineering

Position Type: Permanent

Remuneration: $75,405 - $87,211

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role

As an Academic Staff Member within the Engineering team, you will play a key role in delivering across the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3) programmes, including support for apprentices in industry. You will help shape a dynamic, learner-centred educational experience that equips students and apprentices with the skills to thrive in their communities and the engineering industry.

Ngā mahi | Key Responsibilities

· Deliver engaging teaching and hands-on training in mechanical engineering at Levels 3 and 4.

· Provide guidance and support to apprentices, ensuring successful progression through their programmes.

· Maintain a safe, productive workshop environment with strong health and safety practices.

· Contribute to course development, assessment, and moderation processes.

· Actively support learners from diverse backgrounds to succeed.

He kōrero mōu | About You

· A recognised trade qualification in mechanical engineering (or related discipline)

· Significant recent industry experience in mechanical engineering. 

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate well to students.

· A passion for developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

· Commitment to high standards of health, safety, and professionalism.

· Teaching experience is not required - full training and support will be provided to help you gain teaching qualifications. 

Mō Mātou | About us

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest vocational education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Home to over 9000 ākonga (students), at Toi Ohomai we put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori Success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices we enable our ākonga, institution and communities to thrive. 

Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose.Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:

· Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence

· Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities

· Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships

· Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply  

At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we’re here to help.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.  Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks. 

If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.

To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your online application.