• Bring your machining, fabrication and CNC skills to a hands-on prototyping environment.
• Support cutting-edge teaching and research projects across multiple STEM disciplines.
• Full-time. Ongoing appointment.
• Base salary range: $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
College Services delivers academic administration and technical support to UWA’s schools. Within this portfolio, the Technical Services – Design & Manufacturing Centre provides specialist design, machining and fabrication capability, enabling high-quality teaching demonstrations, prototype development and bespoke research instrumentation. The team prides itself on safety, service excellence and practical, solutions-focused outcomes.

About the opportunity

• Prepare materials, machine components (manual and CNC), weld, and fabricate to support teaching demonstrations and bespoke research projects.
• Service and maintain workshop equipment, manage tooling and stock levels, and contribute to local safe work procedures and continuous improvement.
• Support staff and students by demonstrating practical skills, guiding safe equipment use, and contributing to a high-performing, safety-focused workshop culture.

About you

• Trade qualification and/or relevant tertiary qualification, with substantial workshop and machining experience.
• Proficiency in CNC operation (CAM or conversational programming highly regarded) plus manual fitting, welding and basic woodworking skills.
• Strong organisational, record-keeping and communication abilities, with a commitment to safety and customer service.
• Confident working independently and as part of a collaborative technical team.
• Capability (and enthusiasm) to train others in practical workshop techniques.

Special Requirements

• Current “C” class manual driver’s licence and (or willingness to obtain) forklift licence.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of workshop duties; some after-hours work may be required.

Position description:  Technical Officer (520145).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Matt Arpin at matt.arpin@uwa.edu.au. 

How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 28 May 2025

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.