RMIT UniversityBundoora campus, Melbourne, Australia
Closing date:
19-Sep-2024
Expired
Dates
Opening Date: 05-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 19-Sep-2024
Location
Bundoora campus, Melbourne, Australia
Salary
Salary HEW 5 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Responsibilities
Process environmental samples in the AQUEST laboratory.
Conduct regular fieldwork for AQUEST research projects, including collecting environmental samples such as water, sediment, and macroinvertebrates from aquatic environments.
Deliver technical services and advice to support the AQUEST laboratories and workspaces.
Maintain and demonstrate the operation of laboratory equipment and instruments.
Provide technical assistance to staff and students.
Ensure the timely upkeep of laboratories and workshops in collaboration with the Technical Coordinator.
Support the implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards.
Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge/experience conducting fieldwork in an environmental science setting, including water quality and sediment quality programs.
Experience operating and maintaining laboratory-based instruments/equipment relevant to environmental engineering or environmental science.
Proven track record of building strong relationships with stakeholders in a client-focused framework.
Understanding of current OH&S legislation and other relevant field regulations or standards.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work in cross-functional teams.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements.
Professional development opportunities.
Supportive work environment within the STEM College.
Notes
Appointment is subject to passing a Working with Children, Medical Assessment, and National Police Check.
Full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range of $78,944.40- $87,750.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Responsibilities
Upholding welfare standards and providing care and husbandry to laboratory aquatic animals.
Perform and provide training in colony health monitoring and management services, including performing basic necropsies, collection and shipping of samples/sentinel animals and selection of tests.
Perform cleaning, general upkeep and biosecurity maintenance of animal holding and central areas.
Maintaining facility equipment in accordance with the facility schedule.
Review animal ethics applications and provide feedback to supervisors to ensure proposed practices meet the relevant requirements.
Perform basic animal procedures including anaesthesia, necropsy and injection.
Prepare, administer and dispense (in accordance with current regulatory requirements) restricted drugs for use with animals for research purposes (rarely).
Work in specialised areas such as PC2, infectious agents, quarantine, pressurised gases and general chemical safety.
Perform record keeping in relation to operations and services, including database software, development of reports, inventory management, training and animal procedures.
Requirements
Completion of a degree in animal science; or Diploma; or Certificate III level qualification in the animal technology industry or other related fields; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training which includes a minimum of 2 years’ subsequent experience working in an aquatic animal facility.
Demonstrated clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to advise research and animal facility staff by email, phone or in-person and the ability to present information and written reports.
Demonstrated decision making and trouble-shooting skills, utilising background information/experience to take action in the absence of complete information.
Demonstrated experience to effectively plan and prioritise own time and tasks and work flexibly across different areas of the facility based on general direction from supervisors.
Demonstrated understanding of the relevant regulatory requirements with regard to Animal Ethics, Biosafety, Biosecurity and Occupational Health and Safety.
Commitment to upholding the University’s values, and with the outstanding personal qualities of openness, respectfulness and integrity.
The successful candidate is required to complete background checks including right to work.
Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
On campus childcare options
Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
Salary packaging options
Notes
Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Responsible for delivery governance practices across the CMMT Project.
Drive governance processes to ensure the Project is managed to key metrics of Cost, Quality & Schedule.
Lead project reporting, financial analysis, schedule management, co-ordination of RAID processes, and administrative support for the program.
Develop strategic analysis related to project performance and deliver key insights against agreed metrics to executive groups, Senior Portfolio Managers, and Project Managers.
Develop Program processes to govern Cost, Quality & Schedule standards, allowing Delivery Managers to identify and address deviations.
Co-ordinate with the Program team to maintain the Program schedule with a clear view of baseline, status, projected forecast, and a clear critical path.
Conduct delivery assurance reviews, investigating beyond the metrics to identify root causes and pre-empt problem areas.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years' experience in a PMO leadership role, including leading junior resources.
Experience in working within a Waterfall and Agile project delivery environment, with a demonstrated understanding of both practices.
Ability to work autonomously by meeting deadlines, managing priorities, and adapting to moving timeframes.
Actively support the Program's Ways of Working with a mindset of continuous improvement.
Analyse financial data, maintaining relevant tools and providing financial reports and budget outlines to leadership.
Benefits
Access to a range of benefits including travel and fitness programs.
Notes
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description – PMO Manager.
Please contact Shazia Haider at Shazia.Haider@rmit.edu.au for queries about the role.