Technical Assistant

Position Details

• Fixed Term – 2 Years | Full-Time
• Higher Education Officer Level 4 | $76,140 - $82,119 p.a.
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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About the Role

The Technical Assistant supports the delivery of high‑quality teaching within Simulated Learning Environments for Medicine and Paramedicine programs. Working as part of the Teaching Technical Support team, the role focuses on preparing, setting up and maintaining practical learning spaces, equipment and workshops to ensure smooth and effective student learning experiences across campus and external locations. The position operates under routine to general supervision and contributes to safe, well‑organised and student‑centred teaching environments.

• Assisting with the setup, pack‑down and operation of simulated learning and practical teaching sessions, including off‑site activities at Festival Plaza.
• Maintaining, assembling, testing and repairing specialised technical equipment to ensure it is clean, functional and ready for use.
• Supporting Work Health and Safety practices within teaching spaces, including safe handling of equipment and compliance with procedures.
• Maintaining accurate records for equipment inventories, consumables, maintenance schedules and stock orders.

This position makes a significant contribution to the University’s strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 by connecting to the University’s values of Excellence and Integrity, supporting safe, reliable and high‑quality technical environments that enhance student learning experiences.

About You

You are a reliable and practical technical professional with experience supporting hands‑on learning environments, ideally within health, education or simulated learning settings. You enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, take pride in maintaining high standards of safety and organisation, and bring a flexible, solutions‑focused approach to supporting teaching activities.

• Relevant qualifications and/or hands‑on experience supporting technical or practical learning environments, ideally within Medicine or Paramedicine.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare, maintain and manage technical equipment, including basic assembly, testing, repairs and stock control.
• Sound knowledge of Work Health and Safety principles, with the ability to follow procedures and contribute to safe teaching spaces.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, work flexibly and collaborate effectively with academic and technical teams.

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Andrew Blyth