Full-Time Faculty, Automobile Engineering

Job Summary

To deliver theoretical and practical training in Automobile Engineering in line with ASTI’s approved curriculum and applicable TVET requirements. The role focuses on developing students’ technical competencies through classroom instruction, hands-on workshop training, competency-based assessment, and industry-relevant learning, while ensuring compliance with academic quality standards and workshop safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching and Training
• Deliver lectures, laboratory sessions, and practical workshop training in Automobile/Automotive Engineering.
• Teach relevant topics, including automotive engines, transmission systems, steering and suspension, braking systems, automotive electrical and electronic systems, vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
• Prepare lesson plans, presentations, practical exercises, and learning materials aligned with the approved curriculum.
• Integrate real-world automotive applications, technical demonstrations, and workplace scenarios into teaching.
• Complete assigned teaching and training activities in accordance with the academic calendar.
• Practical Training and Workshop Safety
• Conduct hands-on training using automotive tools, equipment, vehicles, and diagnostic instruments.
• Demonstrate vehicle inspection, fault diagnosis, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair procedures.
• Ensure compliance with workshop safety procedures, appropriate use of personal protective equipment, and safe handling of tools and equipment.
• Monitor workshop readiness and report equipment faults, maintenance requirements, and material shortages.
• Ensure students develop safe working practices and demonstrate the required practical competencies.
• Student Assessment and Academic Records
• Prepare and conduct theoretical examinations, practical assessments, assignments, projects, and demonstrations.
• Assess students against defined learning outcomes and practical competency criteria.
• Provide timely feedback and additional academic support where required.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, assessment results, student progress reports, and evidence of competency achievement.
• Follow institutional procedures for assessment, moderation, verification, reassessment, and academic integrity, as applicable.
• Curriculum Development and Academic Quality
• Implement the approved curriculum and ensure alignment between teaching activities, learning outcomes, and assessment methods.
• Review and update lesson plans, practical exercises, and training materials in coordination with the academic team.
• Incorporate relevant automotive industry developments, including modern diagnostic technologies and hybrid or electric vehicle systems where applicable.
• Participate in academic reviews, internal audits, accreditation activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain academic documentation in accordance with institutional and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Student Support and Mentoring
• Provide academic guidance, practical coaching, project supervision, and career-related mentoring.
• Monitor student progress and identify students requiring additional academic or practical support.
• Encourage student participation, teamwork, problem-solving, and professional conduct.
• Support student retention, course completion, and achievement of programme learning outcomes.
• Industry Engagement
• Keep up to date with automotive technologies, vehicle servicing practices, diagnostic methods, and industry requirements.
• Support industry visits, guest lectures, technical demonstrations, internships, and industry-related projects where feasible.
• Contribute to establishing relationships with automotive workshops, dealerships, service centers, and other relevant industry partners.
• Integrate industry-relevant practices and workplace expectations into practical training.
• Institutional Responsibilities
• Attend faculty meetings, training sessions, and professional development programmes.
• Complete assigned academic documentation and reports within stipulated deadlines.
• Comply with ASTI policies and procedures relating to teaching, assessment, student conduct, workshop safety, and quality assurance.
• Participate in institutional academic initiatives, accreditation visits, and other relevant departmental activities.
• Maintain professional competence through continuous learning and relevant technical development.

Qualifications

• Education
• A Bachelor's degree in Automobile/Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, subject to applicable programme and regulatory requirements.
• A Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline is preferred.
• Relevant qualifications in technical education, vocational training, or competency-based assessment are an advantage.
• Experience
• Relevant experience in Automobile/Automotive Engineering teaching, technical training, or the automotive industry.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of automotive systems, vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Experience conducting laboratory sessions, workshop demonstrations, or practical competency assessments is preferred.
• Experience in TVET delivery, outcome-based education, academic quality assurance, or accreditation processes is an advantage.
• Relevant automotive industry experience in workshops, dealerships, service centers, vehicle testing, or technical maintenance is desirable.
• Technical and Professional Skills
• Strong knowledge of automotive mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Ability to deliver practical demonstrations and assess students' technical competencies.
• Proficiency in automotive tools, workshop equipment, and diagnostic instruments.
• Knowledge of workshop safety procedures and risk control.
• Ability to prepare lesson plans, assessment materials, and student competency records.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and educational technology.
• Strong communication, organization, classroom management, and student mentoring skills.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Professional certifications in automotive diagnostics, vehicle maintenance, or related technical areas.
• Relevant assessor or internal verifier qualifications, where applicable.
• Knowledge of hybrid and electric vehicle technologies.
• Familiarity with applicable TVET frameworks, competency-based assessment, and programme accreditation requirements.

Appointment will be subject to the applicable qualification, experience, and faculty eligibility requirements for the approved programme and campus.