Southern Institute of Technology is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified person to teach Mechanical and Electrical Engineering courses to full-time students at our Invercargill Campus. This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our Engineering teaching team and contribute to the delivery and development of our engineering programmes.
Responsibilities will include as follows but are not limited to:
· Teaching - responsibility is taken for the management of teaching and learning.
· Student related Responsibility - Maintenance of positive relations with students, and provision of appropriate support.
· Administration - Completion of administrative requirements for programme operation.
· Personal and Professional development - Retaining vocational currency, developing tutorial skills and for degree tutors, contributing to achievement of research outputs.
· Programme Development and Review - Contribution to the evaluation and further development of programmes.
About You
You are a passionate civil engineering professional with a strong academic background and/or industry experience, ready to inspire and guide students in achieving their learning goals. Ideally, you will have:
· a minimum of Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical or Electrical Major) qualification or
· Bachelor or Engineering (honours) (Mechanical or Electrical Major), Mechatronics Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline qualification or
· A Master’s or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline or currently working towards such a qualification.
· While previous teaching experience would be a distinct advantage, training is available in this area, with academic staff being required to undertake study towards the New Zealand Certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching (Level 5) offered through SIT.
· Have a background in research with demonstrated research outputs in a relevant engineering field is preferred.
· Have relevant industry and/or academic experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline is preferred.
Your Key Attributes
· Inspirational educator, passionate about education, skilled at engaging and motivating a diverse range of people
· Collaborative communicator, able to connect effectively with students and colleagues
· Adaptable and organised, capable of tailoring teaching strategies to varied learning needs
Why Join SIT?
· Work-life balance: Invercargill offers affordable housing, short commutes, and access to the stunning Southland region, including Fiordland, Queenstown, and the Catlins
· Campus perks: Free on-site parking and gym access
· Considerably Leave entitlements and access to professional development opportunities
A job description for this role is available below in documents to download.
Please apply for this opportunit via SEEK. When applying, please attach your CV and a cover letter telling us a little about yourself and why you are the perfect candidate for the role. Applications will close on 16 October 2026 and will be reviewed as they are received. Due to the fast-paced nature of our vacancies, close dates may be subject to change.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Any questions on this role can be directed to hr@sit.ac.nz