Tutor - 2 X Fixed Term

2x Fixed term, full-time Tutors
(6 months and one year fixed term agreements)

About the role | Te Kaupap
Be part of the future!  Be part of leading growth and development!  Be part of ensuring Aotearoa has the skilled workforce it needs!

The School of Innovation Design and Technology at Whitireia and WelTec is seeking to appoint two fixed term Engineering Tutors to teach on our 2026 Bachelor of Engineering Technology. 

This position is based at the Petone campus but may also include work at our other Wellington campuses from time to time as required.

Key responsibilities include facilitating teaching, learning and assessment, management of resources relating to course delivery and working as a member of the Built Environment and Engineering team.  

We are looking for someone who is keen to pass on their knowledge, is enthusiastic about learning and education and has a positive attitude towards working with ākonga.

A strong customer focus with demonstrated ability to be both flexible and professional is essential along with strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. 

Applicants will be required to pass a Ministry of Justice Criminal Convictions Check in order to work with young people and ideally hold a current driver’s license.

These roles are available until July 2025 and December 2025, although shorter terms may be considered.

The papers to be taught may include:

Engineering Communication
Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Computing
Civil Detailing and Modelling
Hydrology and Erosion
Engineering Development Project
BIM
Engineering Professional Practice

If you would like to make a strong contribution to a dedicated and friendly team within a progressive educational environment, we would like to hear from you. 

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

A minimum qualification of a Honours Degree in Engineering
Teaching experience
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong customer focus
Demonstrated ability to be adaptable
Relevant New Zealand experience in Engineering Management and Professional Engineering Practice
Knowledge of computing software including:
AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D for civil and BIM work
MATLAB, Python, Excel for engineering mathematics and computing applications

Desirable:

Adult Teaching Qualification
Current NZ Driver’s License
Experience working in a tertiary education environment
PhD or Master’s degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline

What we can offer you

We know it’s important to maintain a healthy work/life balance.  We offer a number of services and benefits to support our staff.  When you work with us, we can offer you some of the following benefits:

• Free car parking
• Onsite Café at Whitireia and WelTec campuses
• Rewards and Recognition's programme
• Flexible working arrangements
• A range of wellness initiatives
• Professional Development opportunities
• Staff discounts via our app at selected retailers
• Free staff Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services

About Us

Whitireia and WelTec have been strategic partners since 2012, delivering a range of career training choices and vast opportunities for schools, staff and students. Together, we lead and illuminate our communities through tertiary education.

We are known for our distinctiveness (Ahureitanga) and we have special relationships with mana whenua WelTec with Te Ātiawa and Whitireia with Ngāti Toa. Together, we are more than the sum of our parts.

Mā tātou, mō tātou Ko WelTec ki Te Ātiawa, ko Whitireia ki Ngāti Toa. E haere kōtui nei me kura-takahi-puni tātou.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

Click on Apply Now below and complete the on-line application form. Please note it is important that you complete all sections of the on-line application.

For other information please email recruitment@wandw.ac.nz

Applications close 11 January 2026