• Full time, continuing position. Located at the Chemical Engineering Building (J01) on Darlington Campus
• Deliver expert technical guidance and collaborative support to enhance research quality and outcomes
• Base Salary HEO8, $121,508 - $137,032 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for an experienced and motivated Senior Staff Engineering, Chemical Engineering to join the Central Operations Services (COS): Engineering Delivery Team and provide effective delivery of technical services within the designated area of responsibility, to achieve enhanced education/research support outcomes.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, the Senior Staff Engineering, Chemical Engineering is responsible for leading and coordinating technical operations and staff within the designated area to deliver high-quality support for teaching and research activities. The role provides expert technical advice, guidance, and hands-on support to researchers and students, working collaboratively with academic staff to enable successful research and learning outcomes.

The Senior Staff Engineering, Chemical Engineering will lead the implementation of improved processes, systems, and work practices that enhance service delivery, operational efficiency, and resource utilisation. The position also contributes to the training and development of staff, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of teaching laboratories and compliance with all relevant Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards, University policies, and legislation.

The Senior Staff Engineering, Chemical Engineering oversees the professional growth of the technical team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence. This includes mentoring and coaching team members, supporting technical and professional skill development, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services aligned with local and strategic University objectives.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• manage the procurement, installation, maintenance, calibrations, certification, and disposal of equipment and instrumentation related to the Technical Area as well as ensuring the Technical Area and its resource are maintained in a clean and safe state, compliant with relevant University and legislative requirements
• collaborate with other Senior Staff Engineers and Senior Technical Officers, to identify and act upon opportunities to knowledge-share and develop consistent workflows where possible, while ensuring that research and teaching priorities are managed effectively
• provide sound, strategic advice and support to the development and implementation of the ongoing teaching strategy related to the technical area and in alignment with TSS overall objective
• assess the requirements of future teaching/research activities and incorporate into resource planning, including contingency planning for unexpected demand for services
• ensure Technical Area procedures for data management (including archiving) are in accordance with University policy, and that the procedures are implemented and used appropriately
• proactively lead technical staff and users of all levels in best practices and awareness of University policies and relevant WHS/compliance legislation, standards, codes, policies, guidelines, and local provisions
• lead a high performing, adaptable team, with efficient management of workload levels to support effective delivery of work activity.

About you

• tertiary qualifications in chemical engineering, chemistry or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• a valid Working With Children's Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtain one
• full strength and range of movement in both arms and flexible joints to lift, carry, push, pull a variety of loads; ability to manipulate items and to tolerate repetitive work tasks
• demonstrated knowledge of laboratory and safety procedures, including handling chemicals and other hazardous substances, appropriate disposal of waste, and appropriate glass ware and wafer cleaning techniques
• ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that arise as part of normal daily work
• working understanding of relevant aspects of the Work Health and Safety Policy and relevant legislation, including Safe Laboratory Practices, as applicable to the work environment
• relevant and extensive experience in providing support, training and maintenance of equipment in this technical discipline, which includes performing routine maintenance and engaging external parties to repair equipment
• relevant experience in introducing policies and procedures on efficient operational performance and compliance in a technical space of this discipline.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected].

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Closing date for applications: Monday 17 November 2025 11:59 PM