"Technical Officer - FabLab"

Full-time, Continuing Appointment

Reference number: 151107662

About the position

As Australia’s first private not-for-profit university, Bond University has earned an international reputation as a leading independent university. Imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow’s professionals, Bond offers a personalised, transformational, and deliberately different student experience. 

• An exceptional faculty with distinguished credentials and a passion for teaching and mentoring students
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A strong commitment to community involvement and social responsibility

Technical Officer - FabLab

Faculty of Society & Design

Full-time, Continuing Appointment 

Position Reference No: 151107662

Join Australia’s number one University for teaching experience*, and enjoy staff benefits including: 

• Free staff car parking
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependents#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

The Faculty of Society & Design is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Technical Officer within the FSD Fabrication Laboratory facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and a diverse Faculty. The position reports directly to the General Manager, FSD FABLAB and forms part of a team operating within the faculty to provide specialist support to staff and students across a range of disciplines. The position will provide student training and supervision, wood machining, prototype assembly work, as well as architectural model making. There is a strong focus on digital fabrication and the development of robotics and 3D printing programs.

About the person

To be successful in this position, the candidate will have suitable technical qualifications at Certificate IV level or equivalent industry experience, as well as experience operating and maintaining a wood machinery workshop, including CNC routers and laser cutters. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are mandatory, demonstrated by the ability to liaise, consult and present to a diverse range of clients and stakeholders. A strong working knowledge of CAD & CAM software is essential.

Salary details

The salary for the position commences at $71,938.56 plus 12% superannuation per annum. 

Additional information

Position related enquiries can be directed to Ryan Wirth, General Manager – FSD FABLAB on (07) 5595 5632 or rwirth@bond.edu.au

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria. 

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Applications close: 11.59pm, Sunday 16 November 2025

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

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