
Technical Officer, Engineering
Federation University Australia
Posted 1 day ago
- Fed Services - Ballarat Campus
- Part-time (0.8), continuing appointment
- HEW 5 - $79,177 (pro-rata) p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation
About the role
The Technical Officer, Engineering is responsible for providing technical support, advice and services to staff and students within the Institute of Innovation Science and Sustainability for various disciplines in higher education practical student learning environments and research programs.
You will:
- maintain accurate records of individual laboratory requirements for each course and research project;
- ensure technical equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer's requirements;
- set up and monitor laboratory activities and demonstrate equipment use as required; and
- organise access and maintain accurate records of staff and student access to facilities.
About you
You will have excellent time management and organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple and competing tasks and deadlines ensuring the successful running of the teaching and research activities. In addition, you will have experience in coordinating the preparation, organisation and distribution of equipment, consumables and materials.
You will possess:
- knowledge and application of OH&S and EH&S responsibilities in laboratory settings;
- ability to support academic staff with experimental designs and equipment;
- ability to document and maintain a range of accurate technical records for teaching and research laboratories and projects; and
- extensive experience in electronics or electrical engineering.
All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 22 June 2025.
Applicants are required to submit a resume and response to key selection criteria.
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About Federation University Australia
As Australia’s leading regional university, the desire to transform lives, enhance communities and build a strong and sustainable university informs everything we do.
We became Federation University Australia in 2014 – a new entity bringing together almost 150 years of history making us as one of the oldest universities in Australia.
We have campuses in Victoria across Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland and the Wimmera, as well as vocational and trade education at our Victorian TAFE campuses.
We are a diverse community with over 18,500 domestic and international students, 1,650 staff and 118,000 alumni across Australia and the world.
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