Description:
Technical Officer
- Do you have expertise in workshop operations?
- 2 positions available
- Part time (0.6FTE) ongoing roles based in Launceston
About the opportunity
The School of Architecture and Design is looking for a Technical Officer to join their team.
This year the school will begin co-locating with kindred disciplines from Creative Arts and Information and Communication Technology to form an ambitious multi-disciplinary creative precinct at the Inveresk Campus, Launceston. As part of this rejuvenation, we are looking for a talented and effective Technical Officer.
As our new Technical Officer, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the workshop spaces, providing support to undergraduate and postgraduate students, higher degree research students, and academic and professional staff. You will collaborate closely with various stakeholders within the School and across the University to facilitate learning and research activities.
If you are a dynamic professional with expertise in workshop operations and digital fabrication, who is committed to safety, great educational experiences, and fostering collaboration, then we would love to hear from you.
What you’ll do:
- Provide technical support and advice in collaboration with the Workshop Manager and academic staff for teaching and research programs.
- Preparation of materials and equipment for workshop and studio-based learning, under instruction of academic staff and/or Workshop Manager.
- Instruct and support student projects using digital fabrication tools and workshop machinery.
- Maintain and troubleshoot workshop equipment, including digital manufacturing and technologies.
- Manage School assets, including loans, testing and tagging, and maintaining an asset register.
- Ensure safety procedures and compliance, conduct workplace inspections and inductions, offer technical advice to risk assessments and maintain relevant records.
What we’re looking for:
- Relevant vocational or tertiary qualifications, industry experience, or a combination of both.
- Experience with creative and fabrication workflows relevant to design and architecture combining digital and analogue/manual tools and techniques.
- Familiarity with (or willingness to learn) relevant software and hardware, including CAD/CAM/BIM packages, 3D modelling visualisation, digital survey and fabrication tools (including laser scanners; laser cutters & 3D printers)
- Strong experience with handheld, benchtop and large workshop machinery (table saws, routers, planers, jointers etc.)
- Strong time management and organizational skills, able to coordinate workflows effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated understanding of safe work practices in workshop environments to experience in promoting of safe and orderly workplaces
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical abilities to address operational issues.
- Experience in manual handling techniques and safe operation of workshop equipment.
Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at HEO 5 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $99,698 comprising base salary within the range of $76,302 to $85,212 plus 17% superannuation.How to Apply
- To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter addressing the success criteria and your suitability and motivation for the role.
- For further information about this position, please contact Luke Dineen, Workshop Manager on Luke.Dineen@utas.edu.au or 03 63244092.
- Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Applications close Sunday, 21 April 2024, 11.55pm
To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.