"Technical Officer: Environmental Science"

Job Identification

6346

Job Category

Technical

Posting Date

04/02/2026, 15:51

Apply Before

17/02/2026, 20:55

Job Schedule

Full time

Locations

Northfields Ave, Wollongong, NSW, 2522, AU

Job Description

• Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment
• Level 5: $84,002 - $94,998 + 17% Superannuation 

The Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health (SMAH) comprises of the Schools of Science; Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences; Nursing; Psychology and the Graduate School of Medicine. With such a diverse science and health focus, SMAH is positioned to be a major force in connected and science-embedded education and translational science, medical and health research in Australia. Empowered by first-class teaching, driven by active research, and committed to advancing equity, diversity and reconciliation, this Faculty combines the very best of science, with strong capacity for translation to our global communities’ needs and aspirations.

The School of Science (SSCI) teaches and conducts research in Biomedical Sciences including Biochemistry, Molecular Biophysics, Microbiology and Cell and Molecular Biology, all disciplines of Chemistry including Atmospheric, Medicinal and Environmental Chemistry, as well as Conservation Biology, Earth Surface Processes, Ecology, Ecotoxicology, Environmental Science, Earth systems, Marine Biology and Spatial Sciences.

About the role

We are seeking a Technical Officer to provide high quality support for undergraduate teaching, helping ensure laboratories, facilities, and equipment are well maintained and ready for use. You’ll prepare teaching laboratories and resources in consultation with Subject Coordinators and support the day to day operation of teaching spaces. You’ll also support undergraduate field trips by assisting with planning and logistics, including documentation, bookings, preparation of equipment, and driving University vehicles.

About you

You will have completed study in a related discipline such as Geology, Geoscience, Earth Science or Environmental Science, or bring an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience using optical microscopes and associated software is essential, along with familiarity managing spatial data and working with GIS platforms (ArcGIS preferred; QGIS/R desirable). Experience supporting undergraduate fieldwork or research, including trip planning and safety, and confidence using a range of technologies and operating systems is also required.

Special job requirements

• This position is not suitable for remote work in accordance with the UOW Remote Working Guidelines.
• May be required to work outside standard business hours or occasionally weekends, as dictated by the Laboratory Timetable and/or operational requirements (such as for practicals, fieldtrips/camps, community engagement activities). 
• The position may be required to assist with field trips that could involve being outdoors all day and walking long distances carrying equipment.
• Biological, chemical and manual handling in a risk-controlled environment will be a part of this role. 
• This position requires a pre-employment medical be undertaken to demonstrate satisfactory fitness to undertake the physical requirements of this position.
• The position must hold an Australian Drivers Licence and be required to obtain a NSW Bus License (LR).
• Maintain First Aid certificate during tenure of position or willingness to obtain.

How to apply

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button at the bottom of the advertisement. You’ll be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. Please also attach your CV to your application.

For further information about this position, please contact Shona Rankin-Lawless, Fieldwork Technical Officer Team Leader, Environmental Sciences via email: shonarl@uow.edu.au 

Position description

Closing Date: Tuesday 17 February 2026 , 11:55 PM

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.