• Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus
• Part Time (0.5 FTE) and Fixed term until 13/2/2026
• HEW 5 $80,199 - $89,950 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

The Technical Officer provides technical and operational support to the School of Medicine’s academic teaching programs, by ensuring safe and efficient service delivery. The role collaborates with other members of the School of Medicine Technical Team to monitor compliance in biological and chemical management, inventory, and waste disposal.

As a Technical Officer, you will:

• Provide technical expertise for the School’s teaching programs in Clinical Practice by setting up and packing down practical classes and examinations, including the preparation and maintenance of simulation mannequins, models and clinical equipment.
• Coordinate on a day-to-day basis, materials and equipment requirements of staff and students for the running of practical classes clarifying expectations and responding promptly to resolve technical problems, issues, and requirements to ensure client needs met to agreed standards and timelines.
• Understand local processes, prepare standard documents, manage records, regularly track progress of work tasks, and identify key issues.
• Provide support and advice to staff and students regarding the ordering, management, safe use, and disposal of equipment, and consumables.
• Contribute to maintenance of teaching facilities by performing regular housekeeping tasks.
• Monitor and maintain occupational health and safety requirements with regards to simulation and laboratory practices, including conducting regular inspections.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Completion of a Degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or
• Completion of an Associate Diploma and at least two years subsequent relevant work experience; or
• Completion of a Post-Trades Certificate or Advanced Certificate and extensive relevant experience as a Technician; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting, ideally within a tertiary education environment.
• Good knowledge of OH&S (Occupational Health and Safety) principles and an understanding of the requirements for safe working practices.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Fiona Fraser (Technical Services Coordinator) on fiona.fraser@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Technical Officer - 567107.pdf

Applications for this position close on Thursday, 27 February 2025.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.