Senior Technical Officer
Job No.: 684796
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: $96,768 – $104,450 pa HEW 06 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
As the Senior Technical Officer, you will deliver professional, high quality technical services that support both teaching and research across the School. You will apply both theoretical and practical expertise to manage the delivery of a range of technical services.
This position manages electrical and electronic design and assembly, providing integrated solutions involving computer interfacing equipment and systems, while ensuring a safe and compliant environment that fosters innovative scientific exploration and supports a diverse and inclusive academic community.
You will work closely with researchers, professional staff and students delivering sound and timely technical support and advice.
The successful candidate will have:
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Demonstrated experience in electrical/electronic design, assembly, maintenance, and diagnostics
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Strong skills in computer interfacing and software
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Ability to analyse data, troubleshoot equipment, and propose solutions
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Excellent communication skills to interact with academics, students, and technical/professional staff
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Rigorous approach to safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance
If you would like a chance to work on a diverse range of technical equipment supporting cutting‑edge research and teaching then apply today!
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity who are able to demonstrate and present valid and current Australian work rights.
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Mr Robert Seefeld, School Manager, +61 3 9905 9497
Position Description: Senior Technical Officer
Applications Close: Monday 10 November 2025, 11:55pm AEDT
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