Senior Technical Officer, Health

Overview

Senior Technical Officer, Health – Job no: 569488 • Work type: Continuing • Location: Melbourne (Bundoora) • Categories: Technical Laboratory Support

- Full time

- Continuing

- Bundoora Campus

- Career progression and support

Responsibilities

- Manage day-to-day laboratory support services within the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Bundoora Campus to ensure teaching activities are delivered efficiently and in compliance with Health & Safety and regulatory requirements.

- Oversee the preparation, setup, and pack-down of equipment for laboratory and simulation sessions; manage ad hoc scheduling requests; coordinate timetabled activities.

- Orient staff to laboratory procedures, support teaching staff with equipment use, monitor stock levels, and order equipment and consumables; maintain laboratory resources.

- Supervise and roster laboratory support staff to maintain consistent service delivery and coverage across scheduled activities.

- Act as a central point of contact for staff and students to support the smooth operation of laboratory services; assist clinical laboratory activities across Clinical Schools when required.

- Contribute to a high standard of operational integrity and responsiveness in laboratory services.

- Note: This role supports the practical classes of the Nursing & Midwifery students and requires availability to work 7 hrs 15 mins between 7:30am and 7:30pm on a rotational roster.

Skills and Experience

- Strong knowledge and practical experience in Nursing and Midwifery laboratories; safe operation and maintenance of relevant equipment; understanding of techniques and procedures used in clinical training.

- Ability to operate and troubleshoot high-fidelity simulation mannequins and task trainers used in nursing and midwifery education.

- Skill in preparing lab spaces for practical classes, including layout design, equipment setup, and alignment with curriculum requirements.

- Knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations and standards; experience in managing safe and compliant operations in a teaching environment.

- Capability to manage consumables, order supplies, and maintain accurate stock and equipment usage records.

- Familiarity with simulation control software, audiovisual recording systems, and digital platforms used in blended learning environments.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Additional Information

Welcome to Bundoora campus – please click on the video link below. Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses.

How to apply

Recruitment Enquiries: Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

- An up-to-date resume

- A separate document addressing each of the following:

- Strong knowledge and practical experience working in Nursing and Midwifery laboratories; safe operation and maintenance of relevant equipment; understanding of techniques and procedures used in clinical training to support accurate and realistic teaching environments.

- Ability to operate and troubleshoot high-fidelity simulation mannequins and task trainers used in nursing and midwifery education.

- Skilled in preparing lab spaces for practical classes, including layout design, equipment setup, and alignment with curriculum requirements.

- Knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations and standards, and relevant experience in safe and compliant operations in a teaching environment.

- Capable of managing consumables, ordering supplies, and maintaining accurate stock levels and equipment usage records.

- Familiarity with simulation control software, audiovisual recording systems, and digital platforms used in blended learning environments.

Please scroll down to apply.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We support an accessible and inclusive recruitment and employee experience. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Advertised: 23 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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