Teacher of Air Conditioning & Refrigeration - Paid to Learn

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

We're seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Air Conditioning & Refrigeration students by joining our team of teachers for the following opportunities:

• 1 x permanent full-time - Nirimba Campus
• 1 x permanent part-time (28 hours per week) - Ultimo Campus

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description

• Your current resume (PDF)
• Certified copies of your qualifications plus licences (upload as one PDF file). Certified copied preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Response to one (1) targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

• Have appropriate subject knowledge, skills and vocational qualifications with a minimum level of Certificate III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or equivalent.
• Hold an appropriate Supervisors or Contractors License in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration issued by The Building Commission NSW*.
• Hold full stationary Refrigerant Handling License issued by the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC).
• Evidence of holding the appropriate teaching qualifications to deliver Vocational Education and Training (see the candidate support document (here) for details) OR a willingness to undertake our full-time 14 week 'Paid to Learn' course.
• Have a minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience relevant to your industry, gained no longer than five (5) years previously.

*Candidates holding licences issued outside of NSW are encouraged to apply. However, holding an appropriate License issued by The NSW Building Commission is a requirement for this role, and the successful candidate must present a current NSW license prior to commencement of teaching duties.

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed above.

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. 

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.

Advertised: 29 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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