Technical Officer Engineering
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12 hours ago
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Job Summary
Overview:
Part-timeContinuing position0.5 FTE
Salary HEW5 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at the CBD Brunswick or Bundooracampusbut may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
AboutThe Position
The Technical Officer will deliver high-quality technical support and services to staff students and external partners enabling strong teachinglearningand commercial outcomes across the College of VE. Drawing onspecialisedexpertisein Engineering the Technical Officer will contribute to the effective operation of technical facilities ensuring they aremaintainedto industry and educational best-practice standards.
The role spans a broad range of activitiesequipmentand processes supporting the safeefficientand consistent use of all technical spaces.
Must have experience with
Centre Lathes preferably Dashin Champion and Charles Lathes
Vertical milling machines preferably M3 and M4
MIG and TIG welding
Practical workshop experience
Right applicant must hold qualification in either Mechanical Engineering fitting and turning/ machinist or boiler making
To be successful in this positionyoullhave:
Proven technical knowledge andexpertisein Engineering and associated equipment.
Demonstrated experience inmaintainingtechnical Workshops and equipment or equivalent industry experience including coordinating maintenance of equipment.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of HSW and OHS legislation and regulations (use storage handling).Particularly in regard to technical Workshops and equipment.
High levelcommunication skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to deliver flexible solutions to technical problems preferably within an educational context.
Ability to demonstrate flexibility and initiative by working independently and with limited direction as well as effectively within a dynamic team environment with multiple and conflicting priorities and competing deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to use information communication andpurchasingplatforms effectively including Microsoft Office software packagesweband email software.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About theGroup
Planning and Resources
Our planning andresourcesfunction puts the student at thecentreof our thinking through a precinct-based approach that delivers the right support where it is needed most. This enables us to delivera consistentstudent and staff experience with differentiation between whole ofcollegeservices and bespoke units or functions.
ToApply
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Job Description Technical Officer Engineering
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Applications Close:
19 May 2026 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed tobeinga child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT Universitys commitment to a safe respectful and inclusive environment from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a genderbased violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant preemployment background checks including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMITs safety obligations.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
