Senior Technical Officer - Technical Workshop Facilities

elearning.uq.edu.au

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Base: $95,361.62 - $102,302.92 aud; bonus/equity: ...
Trade-qualified artisans or technical specialists
Manual and digital fabrication methods
Proficiency in cad and 3d printing
You will play a key role in supporting innovative teaching and research by delivering high-quality educational outcomes through design and fabrication expertise

Job Summary

  • You will play a key role in supporting innovative teaching and research by delivering high-quality educational outcomes through design and fabrication expertise.
  • The position offers a collaborative, hands-on learning environment fostering creativity, knowledge transfer, and a vibrant community of confident makers.
  • Benefits include up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, health and wellness discounts, career development opportunities, and on-campus childcare options.

Matching Summary

You will play a key role in supporting innovative teaching and research by delivering high-quality educational outcomes through design and fabrication expertise.

Salary

Base: $95,361.62 - $102,302.92 AUD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation plus 17.5% annual leave loading and other employee benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Trade-qualified artisans or technical specialists
  • Manual and digital fabrication methods
  • Proficiency in CAD and 3D printing
  • Workshop equipment operation and maintenance
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Student and staff technical training

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in educational makerspace environments
  • Mentoring and teaching skills
  • Stakeholder engagement and communication
  • Support for Indigenous employment strategy
  • Problem-solving and adaptability

Key Requirements

  • Relevant technically focused degree or trade qualification
  • Experience coordinating technical activities
  • Proficiency in CAD, 3D printing, 3D scanning, reverse engineering
  • Experience in industrial or educational workshop environments
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia
  • Successful completion of pre-employment checks

Work Rights

Must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia

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