• Join a skilled technical team supporting hands-on teaching and research across Engineering.
• Apply your mechanical and technical expertise to operate, demonstrate and maintain equipment in specialist labs.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $95,231– $100,643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Technical Services, part of College Services at UWA, provides specialist support across Schools, contributing to the University’s teaching and research goals. Focused on performance, compliance, and safe systems of work, the Physical Sciences Technical Services team underpins learning across Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering. The team supports practical training and research across multiple venues on and off campus.

About the opportunity

• Provide high-level technical support for teaching and research activities across Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering.
• Operate and maintain specialist equipment and instrumentation in labs and workshops, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Contribute to the development of practical training environments and supervise technical staff to deliver efficient operations.

About you

• Relevant tertiary or technical qualification or equivalent competency Substantial relevant technical experience at an appropriate level Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email on online/internet-based systems.

Note: A current “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Current (or ability to hold) high-risk licences including but not limited to Forklift, Dogging and Basic Rigging, Gantry and Crane operation, Working at Heights and Confined Spaces

Position description: PD - Senior Technician (520529).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dianne King at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 3 October 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.