Academic Staff Member - Automotive
Automotive Tutor | Share Your Skills. Shape the Future.
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
Wintec is seeking an experienced automotive professional to join our teaching team at Rotokauri Campus, delivering the New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3).
Help ākonga (learners) develop the practical skills and confidence they need to progress into apprenticeships and successful automotive careers. If you enjoy sharing your knowledge and supporting others to succeed, this could be an exciting next step in your career.
This is a permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week), with a salary of $77,500–$90,000, depending on skills and experience.
As an Automotive Tutor, you will:
- Deliver engaging, practical learning experiences that build automotive knowledge and technical skills.
- Guide and encourage ākonga, providing constructive feedback to support their progress.
- Bring current industry knowledge and hands-on experience into the classroom.
- Foster a culturally safe, inclusive learning environment that supports learner success.
- Contribute to the teaching team and continue developing your professional practice.
He kōrero mōu | About You
You take pride in your trade, communicate well and enjoy helping others develop their skills.
To be successful, you will have:
- A relevant Level 3 or higher Automotive Engineering trade qualification as a light vehicle technician.
- At least five years' practical automotive industry experience, including one year in a supervisory or team leader role.
- A passion for teaching, coaching or training others.
- Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- A practical, innovative approach to problem-solving.
- A commitment to inclusive learning and Te Tiriti o Waitangi-based practice.
- A full New Zealand Class 1 driver's licence.
- New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or a current New Zealand work visa that allows you to undertake this role.
Preferred: Unit Standard 4098 and the New Zealand Certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching Practice, or an equivalent qualification. A willingness to work towards these is welcome.
He aha ngā hua mōu? | Why Join Wintec?
Put your industry experience to work in a rewarding new way. You'll help develop the skilled automotive workforce our communities need while building your own teaching capability.
Scheduling may include evenings or weekends to meet programme needs.
Mō Mātou | About Us
Wintec is a progressive tertiary education provider with campuses in Hamilton. We're committed to helping people achieve their potential through practical learning and strong industry connections.
We give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and support the aspirations of Māori learners, their whānau, iwi and communities. We value a diverse, inclusive and culturally confident workforce.
He tono nāu? | Ready to Apply?
We welcome applications from people with the skills and experience to succeed in this role. You don't need to tick every box – we value capabilities gained through employment, mentoring, community involvement and other life experiences. Tell us about your strengths in your cover letter.
For further information, please refer to the attached Position Description.
This role is identified as a children's worker. The successful candidate must complete relevant pre-employment checks, including a safety check under the Children's Act and New Zealand Police vetting.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. Apply early to avoid missing out.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
