Senior Technical Officer - Metal Machinist

College Majors

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Base: $95,361.62 - $102,302.92; super: 17%; benefi...
On-site
Metal machinist trade qualification
Manual and digital fabrication methods
Mill, lathe, welding, cnc sheet metal fabrication expertise
The University of Queensland is seeking a Senior Technical Officer - Metal Machinist to support teaching and research at its St Lucia campus in Queensland, Australia. The ideal candidate will possess trade qualifications in metal machining, along with strong fabrication skills and a commitment to fostering a hands-on learning environment

Job Summary

  • You will play a key role in supporting innovative teaching and research by bringing your expertise in design and fabrication to help deliver high-quality educational outcomes.
  • Key responsibilities include guiding and managing students and staff in a hands-on learning environment, supporting the use and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, and ensuring safe workshop operations.
  • UQ offers benefits such as paid parental leave, superannuation contributions, flexible working arrangements, health and wellness discounts, and career development opportunities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Queensland is seeking a Senior Technical Officer - Metal Machinist to support teaching and research at its St Lucia campus in Queensland, Australia. The ideal candidate will possess trade qualifications in metal machining, along with strong fabrication skills and a commitment to fostering a hands-on learning environment.

Salary

Base: $95,361.62 - $102,302.92; Superannuation: 17%; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Metal machinist trade qualification
  • Manual and digital fabrication methods
  • Mill, Lathe, Welding, CNC sheet metal fabrication expertise
  • CAD design proficiency
  • Workshop/makerspace experience
  • Workplace health and safety standards

Nice-to-have

  • Student-focused hands-on environment
  • Mentoring junior staff
  • Outreach initiatives like Mobile Makerspace

Key Requirements

  • Recognised trade qualification as a metal machinist or equivalent
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia

Work Rights

Unrestricted work rights

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