Technical Officer

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

**Salary**:$60,416 - $65,237 per annum pro rata + 11.5% super + leave loading (dependent on qualifications and experience).
**Position Status and**Time Fraction**:Full-Time 1.0 EFT, Fixed-Term contract of employment until 31 December 2025.
**Location**:Chadstone campus - onsite parking and easy access to public transport.

The Holmesglen Carpentry Department is committed to cultivating the next generation of skilled carpentry professionals through a combination of comprehensive education and immersive, hands-on training. Our programs are designed to reflect current industry standards and practices, creating a dynamic learning environment that closely replicates real-world construction settings. We provide structured training pathways that support students from their initial post-secondary education through to full qualification as professional carpenters. With a strong emphasis on excellence, industry relevance, and practical experience, our department is dedicated to developing highly capable, confident, and job-ready graduates equipped to meet the evolving demands of the carpentry sector.

This Technical Officer’s primary objective is to support the efficient and effective operation of the Carpentry department. This includes the maintenance and management of tools and equipment to ensure they are available, functional, and safely used by both teaching staff and learners. The role also encompasses the responsibility for ensuring a consistent supply of relevant consumables to meet the ongoing needs of carpentry-related teaching activities.

**ABOUT YOU**
- Relevant education or equivalent experience in a similar role
- Valid Drivers Licence
- Forklift Licence or willing to obtain
- Experience in managing stores or workshops, including issuing, tracking, and maintaining tools, equipment, and consumables, and handling deliveries efficiently.
- Working knowledge of general electrical equipment, with the ability to perform basic repairs and assist in equipment testing and calibration.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to maintain records, manage stock, coordinate audits, and support workshop operations effectively.
- Proven ability to work independently, showing initiative in completing tasks such as maintenance, stock control, and equipment management.
- Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with staff, contractors, and suppliers.

**ABOUT US**

Holmesglen is a leading education provider, valued by local and international learners, industry and the community. We are recognised for innovation in education and training, applied research, creativity and entrepreneurship. Our open, collaborative and quality-driven culture inspires learners and staff to excel.

**OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU**

Holmesglen is committed to continuing to provide a safe workplace and have put systems and support in place for all our employees to work and deliver safely and flexibly.

We provide our staff with:

- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing programs
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Onsite parking and close proximity to public transport
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Flexibility to achieve work life balance
- Opportunities for all

We commit to respond to every applicant.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.

**TO APPLY**

For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the **position description**, please click here.

**WWCC**: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining and maintaining an ‘employee’ Working with Children Check.
**Police Check**:Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Police Check.

**Applications close 11:59 pm Tuesday 10**th** June 2025.