Technical Specialist

5 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia beBeeSupport Full time $76,633 - $86,920

James Cook University is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Laboratory and Technical Support Officer to join our team.

  • Full time position – 36.25 hours per week
  • Based at our Cairns campus
  • A remuneration package of $76,633 - $86,920, plus up to 17% employer superannuation with UniSuper.
  • A pay rise effective from December 31, 2025.
WHAT YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH IN THIS ROLE

In this role, you'll play a crucial part in delivering exceptional educational experiences for undergraduate students. Your responsibilities include delivering technical support and equipment use for classes, intensives, workshops and rotations, ensuring all activities are delivered in accordance with established procedures and safety and hygiene legislation.

Your role will extend to administration outcomes by obtaining quotes, raising purchase orders and maintaining stock levels, ensuring consumables, equipment and teaching resources are readily available for efficient daily operations.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE
  • Degree qualifications and relevant experience or a combination of experience and education.
    • Experience with clinical and simulation laboratories, relevant to health professional education and training.
      • Demonstrated understanding of WHS legislation and its practical application within a laboratory.
      • Informed analytical and problem-solving skills to judge shifting priorities and conflicting deadlines, taking corrective action.
      • Effective written and oral communication skills including interpersonal skills, to deliver customer centric service with positive outcomes.
      • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team in a high-volume environment.
      • Effective computer and data entry skills using software packages with high attention to detail.
      • Current First Aid Certificate;
      • Current C Class Queensland Driver's license; and
      • Current Working with Children Blue Card.
      BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

We offer a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth – working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect. We support our people through;

  • A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
  • Five weeks of annual leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to online media subscriptions
  • Corporate discount on health insurance premiums
  • Well-equipped facilities including an on-campus childcare centre and primary school, cafes, hairdresser, post office, medical centre and gym.
HOW TO APPLY

Apply by visiting the careers page and follow the steps below:

  1. Complete the application form
  2. Upload your current resume
  3. Upload a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements.

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