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The Organisation

TAFE NSW’s purpose is to advance the Government’s social and economic objectives by delivering vocational education and training to build the skills base of the State and enable rewarding career opportunities for NSW residents. As the core public provider, TAFE NSW has a community service obligation to increase equitable access to lifelong education and training.

The TAFE Commission Board (the Board) is a key advisory board established under the Technical and Further Education TAFE Act 1990 (the TAFE Act) to make recommendations to the Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education (the Minister).

The Role

The TAFE Commission Board (the Board) is a key advisory board established under the Technical and Further Education TAFE Act 1990 (the TAFE Act) to make recommendations to the Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education (the Minister).

The TAFE NSW Board reviews and makes recommendations to the Minister on:

• • Policies related to the technical and further education services provided by TAFE NSW.
  • The efficiency and effectiveness of the operation and management of the technical and further education services provided by TAFE NSW.
  • The corporate plans prepared by TAFE NSW.
  • The relationship between TAFE NSW and other education sectors, including schools, higher education and adult and community education.

The Board typically meets 6 times a year.

Members of the Board are remunerated $30,591 per annum plus superannuation. 

Refer to the Candidate Pack for more information.

Selection Criteria

Members of the TAFE Commission Board must have qualifications and experience in the areas of management, industry, commerce, industrial relations, higher education, vocational education and training, or community service.

To strengthen the skills, knowledge, and diversity of the Board, the NSW Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education is inviting Expressions of Interest to fill a current vacancy on the Board, as well as future vacancies from applicants who:

Have industry experience in one of NSW’s critical skills areas, such as:

• • Construction (housing and infrastructure)
  • Net Zero and energy transition
  • Digital and cyber
  • Care and support economy
  • Agriculture and agrifood
  • Advanced manufacturing

Individuals with exceptional communication skills, extensive networks, and a commitment to the highest standards of integrity and ethics, with no material commitments or affiliations that could conflict with the interests of TAFE NSW, will be considered.