Position vacant | STEM Engagement Educator
QMEA STEM Engagement Educator (Rockhampton regional hub)
The QRC is seeking a dynamic, energetic and organised STEM Engagement Educator to join the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA) in launching its exciting new Rockhampton Regional Hub.
The opportunity
As the QMEA STEM Engagement Educator, you’ll be based in Rockhampton delivering hands-on, curriculum-linked STEM workshops and activities to schools across the Central Queensland.
You’ll work closely with schools, industry, and education stakeholders to deliver engaging programs that:
- Introduce students to cutting-edge technologies like robotics, automation, and coding
- Build excitement about STEM careers in the resources sector
- Support teachers with resources and professional development
- Strengthen school-industry connections through real-world problem solving
You’ll also play a key role in expanding the QMEA’s reach, helping us connect with 10,000 additional students and 50 new schools over the period of expansion (2025-2028). This position is a contract role until 31 May 2028.
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Has STEM education or industry experience and can bring science and technology to life
- Can confidently present in classrooms and engage students from Years 5 to 12
- Is organised, self-motivated and great at building relationships
- Is passionate about STEM learning and its connection to future jobs and technologies
- Thrives working both independently and as part of a team across distances
- Has or can obtain a valid Queensland Blue Card
- Is confident in a school laboratory setting
- Digital fluency (coding, robotics, Arduino etc.) will be highly regarded.
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Applications
Candidates are required to submit an application (2-4 pages) addressing the selection criteria together with a resume and cover letter to [email protected] by close of business Wednesday 10 June 2026. Please quote QMEA June 2026 – Rockhampton Hub in your application.
If you have the essential skills and experience and require further information regarding this position, please contact Matthew Heskett, Executive Manager – Skills & Education on 0436 322 336.