Technical Operations Coordinator

Full time, Continuing Opportunity based at our Bentley Campus
- Competitive Salary plus 17% Superannuation
- We offer generous super, benefits and flexible work arrangements

**Job Reference: 1244358**

On top of Curtin’s generous leave entitlements, you will also be able to make use of Curtin’s TOIL/Flexi-time system that will provide you with flexible arrangements to take added leave.

As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered.

**Your new role**

As a Technical Operations Coordinator supporting WASM:MECE Bentley, you will coordinate the day-to-day operational requirements of the laboratory and workshop spaces, supporting primarily Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy and Energy Engineering activities, ensuring effective space allocation for classes and/or research projects. You’ll provide leadership to the team, fostering and encouraging a positive work environment through the provision of mentoring, training, development, and performance management.

You’ll work with and support the Technical Operations Manager (TOM) and Head of School (HOS) with resource and staff planning to ensure adequate skills coverage to meet the area’s operational objectives.

You will play an important role in ensuring that occupational health and safety regulations and specific statutory requirements related to the area’s activities are followed. Developing, implementing, and maintaining standard operating procedures for all aspects of the laboratory and workshop operations.

No two days are the same, this is an active and engaging role where you will be able to put your strong problem-solving skills to the test.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Coordinate daily operations in laboratories and research facilities, optimising space and resources for classes and projects.
- Lead and mentor a team, enhancing their skills and fostering a collaborative, positive work environment.
- Uphold and enforce strict safety standards and occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Manage maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment and facilities.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures and oversee safety and purpose in the design of new equipment or systems.
- Engage with key stakeholders including faculty members, students, and external suppliers.
- Contribute to the planning, design, modification or refurbishment of technical facilities and equipment.
- Oversee the design and development of equipment or systems or experiment apparatus in regard to safety and purpose.
- Grant access, coordinate inductions and liaise with Security to allow students into restricted areas.

**Who You Are**:

- You hold a relevant degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemistry or have significant experience and expertise in technical or laboratory management.
- Proven leadership capabilities with experience managing technical staff and facilities.
- Strong organisational skills with a knack for timely and efficient task completion.
- Expert in handling laboratory equipment and safety protocols with a commitment to occupational health and safety.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.

**Why Choose Us?**

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life
- **Global Excellence**:Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2024 rankings.
- **Rewards Beyond Salary**:Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) with cash out options*, customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise; as well as Hotel and Health Insurance discounts.
- **Time Well-Spent**:Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Leave (5 days)*, Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus 18% more observed days off - enjoy 12 Public Holidays each year (including Easter Tuesday), and 2 extra University Days over the Christmas/New Year Period (see EBA 51.1 and 51.9).
- **Recognition for Prior Service**:Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service or other recognised institution.

**Join us**

Please provide a cover letter (2 pages max), and your CV addressing the selection criteria to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

**Applications close: Sunday 6 October 2024, 1.00PM AWST**

Applicants should note that prior to appointment, you will need to have a current National