Instructor in Aviation (Mechanical) (Re-advertised)
| Reference Number: AC 115/26 |
Location(s): Namaka Campus
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| Department: Aviation Studies |
Division/College: College of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences |
| Job Openings: 1 |
Closing Date: 18/09/2026 |
Background:
An Instructor has expertise in a particular discipline
which is taught proficiently up to level 4 Certificate (level 6 Diploma, if
applicable). An Instructor will be engaged with industry to maintain the
currency of his/her qualification and take responsibility for his/her
professional development. An Instructor is involved in the work of their
Department and takes on administrative roles that assist the Department to
function.
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Trade Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
(Avionic/ Mechanical) OR Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
(Avionic/ Mechanical) – (Level 4) OR equivalent
- At least 7-8 years in an approved aircraft maintenance
organization (145C)
- Basic License LWTR
- Plus, Certificate in Teaching TVET (level 5)/ Cert IV in
Training & Assessment/ National Certificate / Diploma in Tertiary Teaching
Note: Applicants who do not hold the specified teaching
qualification should be willing to upgrade.
- Plus, valid Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Human
Factors training
- OR PG Diploma/ Certificate plus Bachelors’ degree in the
relevant field (FQF level 8) with at least 2 years in an approved aircraft
maintenance organization (145C) / teaching experience
- OR Bachelors (Hons) in the relevant field (FQF level 8)
with at least 2 years in an approved aircraft maintenance organization (145C)/
teaching experience
- Basic License LWTR
- Administrative duties
Desirable:
- Basic License/ LAME with at least 1 type rating
- Is actively engaging with industry and demonstrates
contribution to scholarship.
- University Service (administration)
- Community Service (contributions to the wider profession)
Note: While the positions are advertised to be filled on a
full-time basis, applications are encouraged from those who would like to be
considered for part time employment as well.
Salary: An attractive salary will commensurate with the
qualifications, experience and abilities of the successful candidate.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may contact:
|
Name: Ms. Katriona Williams |
Email: katriona.williams@fnu.ac.fj |
Application Details
All applications are to include:
• A letter
of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person
Specification more specifically the Essential and
Desirable criteria. This application letter will form
the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide
the application letter will result in
your application not being considered.
• A detailed CV with three referees full
contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses).
Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line
manager, former postgraduate supervisor).
• Copies of academic transcripts
and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements
of the advertised position.
All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online
job applications system which can be accessed at this address:
https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .
Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be
accepted.
Should
you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in
submitting the application online, please email the following:
1. HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. hrat@fnu.ac.fj : For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you
have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has
not been successful.
FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.