Technical Officer

• Based at our Melbourne Burwood Campus
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 5 $83407 - $93548 (a 4% increase will apply from 29 June 2026) 17% Superannuation

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin we offer more than just a job - we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong Melbourne and regional Victoria youll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare gyms medical centres cafes accessible public transport and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services ongoing professional development opportunities and inclusive supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow - whether youre working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

About this role:

As a Technical Officer you will provide high-quality technical support across the Schools teaching and research programs with a focus on Exercise and Nutrition disciplines. You will work closely with academic staff and students to ensure practical classes and laboratory activities are delivered safely efficiently and to a high standard.

This role involves coordinating support across teams and locations liaising with external suppliers and contributing to community engagement activities. You will also apply strong organisational problem-solving and decision-making skills to support the effective delivery of teaching and research outcomes.

As a Technical Officer you will:

• Provide high-level technical support for teaching laboratories including the setup maintenance troubleshooting and pack-down of practical classes assessments equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate laboratory materials equipment chemicals biologicals and consumables to ensure the effective delivery of practical teaching activities and a high standard of service to staff and students.
• Deliver technical guidance safety advice and practical demonstrations to students and staff supporting the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment and resources.
• Promote and maintain compliance with Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) infection control and laboratory safety standards including the handling storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships manage competing priorities maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and service outcomes.

To be successful youll have:

• Degree in Exercise Sciences Sports Science Biological Science Food/Nutrition Science or an equivalent combination of relevant education training and experience.
• Experience providing advice or support services within a professional or technical environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply procedures coordinate work and manage competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a commitment to contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting ideally within a tertiary education environment.
• Good knowledge of WH&S (Workplace Health and Safety) principles and an understanding of the requirements for safety when working with biological and chemical hazards.

Heres how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact Shane Dicks (Laboratory Manager) on

For a copy of the position description please see below:

PD - Technical Officer - HEW 5 .pdf

Applications for this position close on Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 11.55pm

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.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Genderbased Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Genderbased Violence during the course of their previous employment or otherwise in a legal process. Adeclaration is not required from individuals who have experienced genderbased violence. A Yes response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the Universitys safety obligations.