Academic Staff Member

7 days ago

Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

An exciting opportunity has arisen to become an integral part of the NMIT Aviation School at our Nelson Campus. We are looking for a permanent full-time 1.0 FTE (36 hours) Aviation and / or General Engineering tutor with a broad range skills and knowledge in maintenance and engineering to teach on our Aviation engineering programmes.

The key responsibilities for the role are:

  • Co-ordination of teaching and learning activities
  • Planning, organizing, delivering, and assessing course content (This includes theory and practical, work and study skills)
  • Assessing and supporting learners to improve their literacy and numeracy skills
  • Managing learners progress towards completion of qualifications
  • Helping learners to plan for and move into the next step on their training or career pathway
  • Keeping accurate learner records and completing paperwork to a high standard

About you / He kōrero mōu

The ideal applicant would have practical experience as an Aeronautical Maintenance or General Engineer, with very good knowledge in systems that could include weight and balance, aerodynamics, structures, mechanical systems, electrical fundamentals, flight controls, propulsion, machining, fitting and turning.

To be successful in this role you will need:

  • Aircraft maintenance experience with an appropriate trade qualification such as NZCAA Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's License or RNZAF/Allied Military Trade Training qualifications or General Engineering equivalent
  • Skills, knowledge, attitudes and behaviors that align to NZCAA Fit and Proper Person criteria
  • It is desirable that you have teaching experience and an adult teaching and assessment qualification however this is not essential as full training will be given

What we offer / Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

  • Generous leave provisions + additional professional development leave
  • Wellbeing initiatives such as EAP services + free annual flu vaccinations
  • Modern training facilities
  • Benefits such as discount on approved study
  • Training aids include full size fixed wing and rotor craft

About NMIT / He kōrero mō Te Whare Wānanga o Te Tauihu o Te Waka a Māui

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Ltd (NMIT) is government owned, NZQA Category One tertiary education institute. It operates four campuses, servicing tertiary students from the Nelson and Marlborough regions, and from all over the world. Our promise is 'work-ready, world-ready graduates'

How to apply / Me pēhea te tuku tono

We accept applications via our online application systems. For a job description, please follow the application link.

You must be a NZ resident with a current work eligibility status.

Application close date: midnight Friday 14th December 2025

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