Senior Simulation Officer

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Technical Partners provides a range of support services, delivered through business partnering and the provision of specialist technical support with our teams. We work closely with academic colleagues and senior managers to spotlight partnering with Schools, Research Groups, and other stakeholders within Griffith Health and to meet strategic and operational technical support priorities across Griffith Health.

Job Description

Griffith University is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Simulation Officer to join our Simulation and Practical Experience team. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality simulation and related learning activities, primarily within the Nursing and Midwifery disciplines.

In this role you will develop and maintain up-to-date specialist or technical knowledge of new and innovative methodology, equipment and technology in simulation education and provide specialist advice and/or training to relevant stakeholders for the Simulation Suites, including compliance with technical standards and protocols.

Under the supervision of the Team Leader, you will liaise with fellow Senior Technical Officers, Simulation Officers and Academic staff as part of a collaborative model fostering world-class innovation. Additionally, you will be responsible for coordinating operational requirements to support the Clinical simulation space, including rostering, timetabling, procurement, maintenance, compliance with Health & Safety protocols, set up and demonstrations of simulation and clinical equipment.

This position requires the knowledge and ability to act quickly and informatively to support the university which will naturally offer a high degree of variation in daily tasks and responsibilities. We're looking for a proactive individual with the ability to conduct self-directed learning and development practices that will contribute to a successful student clinical simulation experience and the teams continued success.

What we offer

This is a full time, continuing position that is primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

The full-time base salary is HEW Level 6 range $91,843 - $97,964 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $107,456 - $114,617 per annum.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated commitment to both the Health industry as well as education through simulation. You will also have, but not limited to:

• Completed a relevant Health based degree with subsequent relevant experience successfully delivering student practical skills and immersive simulation-based learning activities within the tertiary sector.
• Registered Nurse with clinical experience and expertise in delivering immersive simulation in a learning and teaching environment.
• Highly developed critical thinking skills, attention to detail and proficiency in computer literacy and simulation software.
• Exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate team activities with a collaborative attitude, fostering a positive and strong team culture.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, using initiative to adapt to change and new situations with confidence.
• Evidence passion for delivering immersive simulation and student practical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate team activities effectively with a collaborative attitude ensuring a strong team culture.
• Strong Health and Safety compliance acumen within specialised teaching/simulation environments. 
• Experience using Microsoft 365, including Teams & SharePoint platforms.

Additional Information

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• A wide range of Learning and Development opportunities.
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.
• Opportunities for internal mobility.
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities.

How to apply

At Griffith, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you're from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description).
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details.

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Caz Young, Technical Manager, simulation and Practical Experience, [email protected].

For application support, please contact People Services on and quote reference number REF9358M.

Closing date: Sunday, 12th January 2026. All applications must be submitted online.

Primary Location (Campus): Gold CoastEmployment Type: Full TimeDepartment ID: Technical Partners Health - HTSAppointment Type: Continuing

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