Teacher Engineering

Company description:

At Bendigo Kangan Institute we change lives through the power of education and skills.

Corrections Education Centre is a key portfolio of Bendigo Kangan Institute (BKI), delivering high-quality education programs to people in custody in partnership with Corrections Victoria and private prison operators. Through strong collaboration with multiple custodial sites, we play a vital role in supporting rehabilitation by building skills, confidence and meaningful pathways for reintegration into the community.

Learning delivery is adapted to the custodial context, with paper-based delivery and controlled classroom settings. Our educators work directly with individuals, often navigating diverse learning needs. Success in this environment requires professionals who are confident in demonstrating emotional intelligence and resilience, bring sound judgement and a strong commitment to professional conduct.

Job description:

About The Role:

Location: Ravenhall Correctional Centre
Role Type: Part-time (0.8 FTE) ongoing
Availablity: flexible with days
Remuneration: starting at $ 94,772.16 (inclusive of 12% super, pro-rata, dependent on qualifications)

As a Teacher Engineering (Welding), you will deliver practical, engaging training and assessment that supports learners to build job-ready skills across engineering and related trade areas. You will bring your industry knowledge into the classroom and workshop, helping students develop technical capability, confidence, and safe work practices. Your role will include:

• Delivering vocational training aligned to engineering standards and safety requirements

• Supporting learners to build practical skills and workplace readiness

• Adapting resources and assessments for diverse learner needs

• Maintaining accurate training and compliance records

• Contributing to meaningful vocational education and learner pathways

We are excited about you because you have:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

• Engineering or welding qualifications

• Current experience in welding

• Training, coaching or mentoring experience (beneficial)

• Effective communication skills for working in correctional settings

• Confidence using basic digital systems

• Strong organisation and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Commitment to safety, inclusion and learner success

We can offer you:

• Free onsite parking for most campuses

• Purpose-driven work that directly contributes to rehabilitation and positive community reintegration outcomes

• Meaningful impact in a unique teaching environment where progress - no matter how small - can create lasting change

• A structured, safety-first workplace with clear processes that supports consistency, professionalism and respectful engagement

• Supportive, experienced teams who understand the custodial context and value resilience, sound judgement and collaboration

• Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide

• Counselling support (EAP) and Health & Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

For any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]

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Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance

Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognize their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.

Applications close: 30 August 2026

Applications will be assessed as they come in - we may start interviews before the closing date.

NOTE: Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this position at any time.

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