Graphic Designer – Manufacturing Centres of Excellence

Location negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability) 

Temporary Full-time until June 2028

$103,050 - $108,266 salary package - includes base salary ($90,791-$95,387), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact. 

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow. 

The TAFE NSW Manufacturing Centres of Excellence (MCoE), are National Centres of Excellence, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and NSW Government under the National Skills Agreement.

MCoEs are an innovative education model to tackle the manufacturing skills challenge for NSW and Australia. Located in Western Sydney, the Hunter, and the Illawarra, each centre specialises in different areas. These include advanced manufacturing with robotics and 3D printing, supporting clean energy in net zero manufacturing and sustainable manufacturing practices, supporting the heavy manufacturing industry, and supporting new and existing workforce build the skills they need for the future. 

By partnering with other CoEs, TAFES, universities, and industry, these nationally networked centres ensure training aligns with real-world job requirements. The MCoEs offer short courses, microskills, and will soon deliver higher apprenticeships to help individuals become job-ready or enhance their skills for future opportunities.

Learn more about this initiative by visiting TAFE NSW Manufacturing Centres of Excellence.

About the role

As a Graphic Designer within the MCoE team, you will play a key role in bringing innovative learning experiences to life. Working closely with subject matter experts, learning designers and stakeholders, you will design and produce engaging, contemporary graphics and learning resources that support the diploma, associate degree, microskills and microcredential programs.

From concept development through to final production, you will help transform ideas into high-quality educational products that enhance the student learning experience while ensuring designs are visually appealing, user-friendly and aligned with organisational standards.

About You 

You are a creative and adaptable Graphic Designer with experience developing educational resources and producing graphics for learning and training materials. You have a strong understanding of the design process, from interpreting briefs and developing concepts through to delivering polished final products.

A confident communicator and collaborative team player, you build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders while also being comfortable working independently and taking initiative. With excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a passion for creating engaging learning experiences, you thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects and competing priorities

To be successful in this role you will hold a:

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in a relevant discipline OR equivalent skills, knowledge and experience

Highly Regarded:

• Experience in the development and design of educational materials.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

To apply for this role, click 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume.
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role.
• Upload a portfolio or link to a recent body of your work.
• A response to the below targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question:  Describe your experience developing learning or educational resources. Outline the process you followed from initial brief to final product, including how you engaged with stakeholders to ensure the finished design met learning objectives and requirements.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close 11:55pm AEDT Monday 5 October 2026

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Contact Ravinder Mansfield, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email: ravinder.mansfield1@tafensw.edu.au or phone: (02) 7921 2973.

Role-specific enquiries: Contact Mike Keppell, Senior Manager Curriculum, via email: mike.keppell@tafensw.edu.au

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note that preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer.

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