Senior Laboratory Technician, Geotechnical
Position Number: 0063974
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department/School: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Salary: UOM 7– $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
Support research and teaching by ensuring the efficient operation of specialised labs in the Structures, Geotechnical, and Environmental Cluster, while providing expert technical assistance to staff and students.
Join a dynamic, collaborative team and contribute to innovative projects in civil engineering and environmental research, working with advanced technologies that shape the future of these fields.
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Senior Laboratory Technician to enhance your career while supporting innovative research in civil engineering and environmental science. You will collaborate with a dynamic and innovative team, gaining valuable experience with advanced technologies and contributing to impactful projects that shape the future of these vital fields. Join us and be part of a culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as the primary resource for delivering technical and expert support for teaching and research activities, including instructing staff and students on the effective use of specialised laboratory equipment.
- Managing laboratory operations by facilitating the purchase of new equipment, maintaining compliance with operational and safety standards, and overseeing laboratory inventory and documentation.
- Designing and conducting experiments using specialised equipment, providing technical support for material testing and environmental data analysis, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
- Preparing for and supporting practical classes and field trips, including conducting inspections, self-audits, and maintaining accurate records of teaching and research activities.
Who We Are Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who are proactive, team-oriented, and driven by the opportunity to contribute to the success of geotechnical and civil research and teaching. If you’re motivated by delivering high-quality services and supporting dynamic environments, we’d love to hear from you.
You will also have:
- A relevant degree or trade, or equivalent experience in supporting teaching and research facilities, particularly in geotechnical, soil, rock, or civil sectors.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proven ability to manage workloads, meet deadlines, and maintain a high standard of customer service.
- Familiarity with Australian OHS legislation and hands-on experience in geotechnical testing and compliance with relevant standards.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been the leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research for over 150 years. We are a multidisciplinary Faculty organised into three key Schools; Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI). FEIT continues to attract top staff and students with a global reputation and has a commitment to knowledge for the betterment of society. FEIT has never been better positioned as a global leader, anchored in the dynamic Asia Pacific region, creating and curating knowledge to address some of the world’s biggest challenges. Through our students and our relationships with communities, we can not only respond to society’s needs but anticipate and create engineering and IT solutions for the future.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses.
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Shabon via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
Advertised: 09 Oct 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 23 Oct 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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