- Full time
- Continuing
- Bundoora Campus
- Career progression and support
About the position
This position is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of laboratory support services within the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Bundoora Campus. The role ensures that teaching activities are delivered efficiently and in full compliance with Health & Safety and other regulatory requirements.
The role oversees the preparation, setup, and pack-down of equipment for laboratory and simulation sessions, manages ad hoc scheduling requests, and ensures the accuracy and coordination of timetabled activities. It also includes orienting staff to laboratory procedures, supporting teaching staff with equipment use, monitoring stock levels, ordering equipment and consumables, and maintaining laboratory resources. A key aspect of the position involves supervising and rostering laboratory support staff to maintain consistent service delivery and operational coverage across all scheduled activities.
As a central point of contact for staff and students, the position plays a vital role in the smooth operation of laboratory services and may assist clinical laboratory activities across the Clinical Schools when required, contributing to a high standard of operational integrity and responsiveness.
This role supports the practical classes of the Nursing & Midwifery students and therefore the successful applicant will need to be available to work 7 hrs 15 mins, between the hours of 7.30am and 7.30pm. This will be rostered on a rotational basis.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- Strong knowledge and practical experience working in Nursing and Midwifery laboratories. Skilled in safely using and maintaining relevant equipment, with a solid understanding of key techniques and procedures used in clinical training to support accurate and realistic teaching environments.
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot high-fidelity simulation mannequins and task trainers used in nursing and midwifery education.
- Skilled in preparing lab spaces for practical classes, including layout design, equipment setup, and alignment with curriculum requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations and standards, and relevant experience in managing safe and compliant operations in a teaching environment.
- Capable of managing consumables, ordering supplies, and maintaining accurate records of stock levels and equipment usage.
- Familiarity with simulation control software, audiovisual recording systems, and digital platforms used in blended learning environments.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm, Monday 13th October 2025
Position Enquiries: Petra Olbrechtova, Coordinator Health – Facilities & Tech Services
via email P.Olbrechtova@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultant
via email: Lisa.White@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD - Senior Technical Officer - Health.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter,
- An up-to-date resume and;
- A separate document addressing each bullet point listed below:
- Strong knowledge and practical experience working in Nursing and Midwifery laboratories. Skilled in safely using and maintaining relevant equipment, with a solid understanding of key techniques and procedures used in clinical training to support accurate and realistic teaching environments.
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot high-fidelity simulation mannequins and task trainers used in nursing and midwifery education.
- Skilled in preparing lab spaces for practical classes, including layout design, equipment setup, and alignment with curriculum requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations and standards, and relevant experience in managing safe and compliant operations in a teaching environment.
- Capable of managing consumables, ordering supplies, and maintaining accurate records of stock levels and equipment usage.
- Familiarity with simulation control software, audiovisual recording systems, and digital platforms used in blended learning environments.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
