Structures (Mechanical Or Civil) Engineering Lecturer And Researcher

Structures (Mechanical or Civil) Engineering Lecturer and Researcher

City Campus

Permanent, Full Time

Deliver inclusive, engaging teaching in mechanical and civil engineering programmes.

Conduct research that supports industry and Ara's strategic priorities.

Support learners through effective assessment, feedback, and guidance.

Teach and research in Mechanical and or Civil Engineering, supporting learner success and driving innovation in sustainable and resilient design.

The Mechanical / Civil Engineering Senior Academic Staff Member delivers high-quality teaching and learning experiences, supports student achievement, and conducts ethical research aligned with Ara's strategic goals.

This role contributes to curriculum development, industry engagement, and innovation in areas such as infrastructure resilience, sustainable design, and advanced manufacturing.

It also includes mentoring, leadership, and active participation in Ara's commitment to Maori learner success and community impact.

A Bachelor or higher qualification in the area of the Mechanical or Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

Post graduation qualification in Mechanical or Civil Engineering preferred

Current industry / discipline knowledge – preference to those that have knowledge in structural engineering.

An Ara-recognised teaching qualification

A high level of understanding and experience in the knowledge and practices related to Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Understanding of the principles and application of those principles that are related to the allocated courses that are taught in the Engineering programmes

The ability to contribute to research outputs.

Teaching experience

Passionate about the industry and the field of practice as covered in Mechanical or Civil Engineering for which the role is linked to and the opportunities to improve practice or give back to the industry and society through education.

Sound professional judgment and integrity

Friendly and approachable manner

Mo Matou – About us

Ara Institute of Canterbury a business division of Te Pukenga (Ara), is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute providing world-class, tertiary-level education throughout the Canterbury and Waitaki region.

Our talented employees, innovative business collaborators and supportive community partners are passionate about the role they play in our learners' success.

As a business division of Te Pukenga, Ara is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds with excellence to the needs of Maori learners and their whanau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Maori communities throughout our catchment (including Maori employers).

To deliver effectively on this commitment, Ara recognises the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

Tono Inaianei - Apply now

We accept applications via our online application system.

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