Senior Technician

The University of Melbourne

We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research.

Your next career opportunity

You will provide specialist technical fabrication and training across dynamic workshops and makerspaces in FEIT. You will collaborate with academics and students to translate concepts into safe, high-quality rigs and prototypes.

What you will deliver:

• Provide specialist technical advice, design input and fabrication services that enable high-quality teaching, research and operational projects.
• Engage directly with students and academics, supporting practical learning activities and research through tailored technical guidance.
• Deliver and assess hands-on, competency-based training in safe use of tools, machinery and makerspace processes.
• Embed Safety in Design principles, ensuring all bespoke rigs and fabricated equipment meet compliance and safety obligations.
• Operate, maintain and service workshop machinery and equipment, keeping spaces reliable, well-documented, and ready for user projects.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a relevant degree or trade qualification, or equivalent experience supporting technical teaching or research facilities.
• Bring experience working in scientific or industrial laboratory, workshop or R&D environments with complex equipment and processes.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach when supporting diverse students, staff and stakeholders.
• Possess trade-based skills in areas such as machining, fabrication, mechatronics, electronics, electrical or digital fabrication.
• Apply advanced capabilities in CAD, CADCAM, robotics, embedded systems, plumbing, automation or related technical specialisations.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check and relevant high-risk work licences.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team

Within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, you will join the collaborative Infrastructure Team. The Workshop, Makerspaces and Engagement group enables safe, high-quality, hands-on learning, teaching and research across technical spaces. You will collaborate with skilled technicians, academics and professional staff, improving facilities, processes and student experiences every day.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au.

Application essentials

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Brett Verity at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.