Laboratory Manager, School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

The Opportunity

The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW is looking for a motivated Laboratory Manager to ensures the School's laboratory facilities operate smoothly by providing safe and effective procurement, and managing operations and maintenance of all infrastructure, equipment and facilities. You will be responsible for leading and supervising a team of 16 staff within these laboratories while carrying out the general management of the laboratories and meeting the accountability requirements in terms of Work Health and Safety and laboratory practice standards. In this role you will be focused on achieving high-level outcomes in both technical and administrative areas of the school's laboratories, staff management and infrastructure.

This role reports to the Deputy Head of School (Laboratories and Infrastructure) and has 8 direct reports.

  • Salary Level 8/9: $118,883 to $146,613 per annum + 17% superannuation
  • Full time
  • Continuous (Permanent)
  • Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
  • Onsite role

About UNSW

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn't only what we do, it's how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.

The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering that is internationally recognised for its excellence in research and teaching. Our mission is to nurture students to become industry leaders who will generate societal, economic and environmental benefits. The School is one of the largest and most prestigious schools Australia for thriving research programs and contribution to education excellence in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics and Mechatronic Engineering. The ARWU (Shanghai) Rankings for 2020* ranked the subject Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering at UNSW as the highest in Australia. For further information on our school go to -

Skills and Experience

Level 8

  • Tertiary or trade qualification in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, combined with extensive experience in managing a complex laboratory operation (or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any combination of education, training and/or experience).
  • Proven success and extensive experience in leading and developing technical staff with a demonstrated ability to develop a strong and respected service culture.
  • Highly developed problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to develop and implement new initiatives.
  • Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with a focus on understanding and communicating concepts and policies to staff, postgraduate students, undergraduate students, and visitors.
  • Experience in developing, implementing, and managing Work Health & Safety and risk management systems and processes in a laboratory environment.
  • Extensive experience in managing infrastructure and material resources, including the management of equipment, chemicals, specimens.
  • Proven experience in effective policy, planning, operation and maintenance of teaching and research laboratories.
  • Demonstrated success in the dedication to continuous improvement through long term planning and expansion of laboratory policy and facilities
  • Expertise in managing high level technical projects and negotiating service agreements.

Level 9 (in addition to the above)

  • Extensive leadership experience in a laboratory setting, preferably laboratories involving mechanical, manufacturing, and testing systems.
  • Demonstrated expertise in management of high level technical projects.
  • Demonstrated ability in long term strategic planning and expansion of laboratories facilities at senior level.
  • Demonstrated strong change management skills.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via .

To Apply:

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Lucy Gerondis – Talent Acquisition Consultant

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Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Tuesday 28th May 2024

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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