Technical Assistant

4 weeks ago


Crawley, Australia University Of Western Australia Full time

**Technical Assistant REF. 514804**
- Level 4, flexing FTE. 1FTE during semester peak periods (26 weeks) and 0.6FTE outside peak periods (26 weeks).
- Salary range: $68,640 -72,913 p.a. (pro rata) (+17% Super) (+3.5% increase in July 2023)

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

**About the team**

College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools, including Heads of School, academic staff and research students. The team is committed to providing effective and efficient services in support of the Schools’ and University’s strategic objectives, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice.

Technical Services provides discipline specific, applied knowledge and skill sets to support UWA’s teaching and research goals in unison with our academic staff. This team of practitioners is focused on high performance outcomes, compliance and contributing to a pragmatic safety culture via the implementation of safe systems of work. The team operates across a broad portfolio including teaching, fieldwork support, laboratory management, instrument/equipment stewardship, research training/design/optimisation and analysis, program coordination, and workshop design, manufacture and repair.

**About the opportunity**

The Technical team is responsible for the safe delivery of technical services and support for teaching and research to the academic staff of the faculties. The team provides a wide array of specific technical support, and is responsible for the development and implementation of safe systems of work in laboratory spaces.
- Provide support for equipment needs for teaching and research venues
- Advise on appropriate operation and the correct use of equipment
- Maintain supplies and records of School sports equipment and laboratory supplies
- Maintain, clean and arrange for repairs and services of equipment
- Undertake audits of School equipment needs
- Actively engage in Health & Safety initiatives
- Other duties as directed

**About you**

To be successful in this position, you will possess safe work practices in relation to laboratory. You will possess applied technical knowledge within Anatomy and Physiology disciplines. You should also be familiar with general protocols for safely using various chemicals, and work place health and safety measures, as well as some animal handling training and experience working with animals.

This position will require you to fit the physical requirement of the position. Some after-hours work may be required.

**To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate**:

- Year 12 or equivalent competency
- Considerable relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level
- Working knowledge of computers, printers, operating systems and software packages
- Well developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision and as part of a team
- Knowledge of safety issues relating to use of laboratory equipment
- Well developed written and verbal communication skills

**What we offer to you**

The position attracts a competitive remuneration and benefits package including 17% superannuation. We also offer a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with up to 36 weeks paid parental leave, along with work life balance and the opportunity to be part of a high performing, dynamic, friendly and supportive team. We value professional development and encourage our staff to further themselves with the various Professional & Development opportunities available. Our beautiful and historic campus situated in Matilda Bay has wonderful onsite facilities including on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy, a gym and aquatic centre, supermarket and medical centre, cultural activities (like Laurance Wilson Art Gallery and Somerset Cinemas). Staff parking and well-connected transport options are available.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION [Technical Assistant] - Position Number [101340] - Level [4] (4).DOCX

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

**Closing date**:11:59pm AWST on Monday 3**rd** July 2023.**

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

**Our commitment to inclusion and diversity**

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our g


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