Senior Technician - School of Engineering
Senior Technician - School of Engineering
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Job Description
- Join a skilled technical team supporting hands-on teaching and research across Engineering.
- Apply your mechanical and technical expertise to maintain and operate equipment in specialist labs.
- Full-time appointment on a 2-year fixed-term basis with potential for extension.
- Base salary range: $91833 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
Technical Services part of College Services at UWA provides specialist support across Schools contributing to the Universitys teaching and research goals. Focused on performance compliance and safe systems of work the Physical Sciences Technical Services team underpins learning across Mechanical Electrical Civil Environmental and Mining Engineering. The team supports practical training and research across multiple venues on and off campus.
About the opportunity
- Deliver skilled technical support for engineering teaching and practical activities.
- Operate maintain and provide guidance on engineering equipment such as engines turbines and cooling systems.
- Procure service and advise on safe operation of teaching and lab equipment across specialist venues.
About you
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative approach.
- Experience supervising others and providing training on specialised technical equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot and support complex engineering instrumentation and systems.
- Demonstrated focus on workplace safety and development of safe systems of work.
- Experience with equipment maintenance programs aligned with safety guidelines.
Special Requirements
- Current C class manual drivers licence.
- Able to meet the physical requirements of the role.
- Some after-hours weekend work or travel may be required.
- High-risk licences (or willingness to obtain): Forklift Dogging Rigging Crane operation Working at Heights Confined Spaces.
Position description: Senior Technician (520529).docx
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Dianne King Manager (Physical Sciences) at .
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 Tuesday 8 July 2025
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
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 Australias top university.
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.
If you have questions contact the person listed in the ad or email with the 6-digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
