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South West Development Commission

Lecturer Horticulture / Permaculture

South West Development Commission, Albany, New York, United States

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Position No: Pool Ref SRL004.26P

Work Type: Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Part Time, Casual

Location: Albany

Closing Date: 2026-01-21 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)

We are establishing a 12-month appointment pool for vacancies that may arise. We may offer permanent, fixed term, full time, part time or casual appointments, with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency

Permanent part time appointment available for immediate start at our Denmark Campus, with the expectation to work across Albany campus.

Suitable candidates will be placed in the appointment pool from which opportunities may be offered as vacancies arise. Candidates may also be considered for similar positions within South Regional TAFE as they arise during the life of the pool. If the appointment pool is exhausted prior to the pool expiry date, we reserve the right to supplement the pool through further advertising.

About Us

South Regional TAFE (SR TAFE) is dedicated to delivering a diverse range of nationally recognised programs throughout the Great Southern and South West regions of Western Australia. With a presence spanning 12 campuses from Bunbury to Esperance and from Albany to Narrogin, we offer flexible delivery options, including on-site, online and workplace-based programs.

Our commitment is to provide responsive, sustainable and innovative training that honours the rich diversity of our community. This significant role ensures the college remains well‑positioned to meet the evolving needs of both industry and the broader community.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we continually strive to strengthen the diversity and capability of our workforce to reflect the rich diversity of our student community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under), people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women in non‑traditional areas.

The lecturer’s primary role is to teach, facilitate learning, assess and mentor students in accordance with relevant curriculum and/or training package requirements. Lecturers also undertake Professional Activities and Activities Related to Delivery. In order to maintain quality educational services, lecturers are required to keep abreast of technological and other developments in their field through professional development to provide up‑to‑date information and advice to the College and industry, where appropriate.

Relevant Qualification and Experience To be eligible for employment applicants must hold Horticulture qualifications or equivalent and have a minimum of 5 years working in the area of expertise.

There is a minimum qualification required to deliver accredited vocational education and training (VET) as defined by the Registration Standards 2025 (2025 Standards), or its successors. The current minimum qualification required is the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116, or TAE40110), or a secondary teaching qualification with an Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00011, TAESS00019, or TAESS00024).

Applicants who do not yet hold the minimum required VET credentials are still eligible to apply, however South Regional TAFE will require the successful candidate to be enrolled, and have commenced training in, an approved training and assessment credential and record satisfactory progress to enable the credential to be completed within two years from commencement.

For Further Job Related Information

Please contact Bronwyn Oreo, Training Manager on 0417 909 512.

Work Benefits

Salary packaging/sacrifice facility

12% employer superannuation contribution

Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years

Fifteen days personal leave

Four weeks annual leave

Four weeks professional leave

Paid parental leave – 14 weeks

How to Apply Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.

Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.

A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees

A brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the attached JDF

Authorised people who are able to certify qualifications/registrations/identification, as listed in the Statutory Regulations 2018 (Cth), include teachers, pharmacists, and permanent public servants of at least 5 years. Statutory Regulations 2018 (Cth)

Advertised Reference Number: SRL004.26P

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If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.

Other Conditions and Eligibility Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.

To be eligible for appointment applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.

Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.

SR TAFE has a shutdown period of up to 12 working days over Christmas/New Year. Arrangements for paid leave in advance or leave without pay during the shutdown period will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applications close Applications close Wednesday 21 January 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).

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Application Information.pdf

Lecturer - JDF

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