"Technical Officer (Midwifery Simulation Focus)"

Position Details

• Part-Time 0.4 FTE | Continuing
• Higher Education Officer Level 5| $82,657 - $91,222 p.a. pro rata
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Technical Officer (Midwifery Simulation Focus) to support high-tech, hands-on training in our state-of-the-art simulation laboratories. Working closely with academic and clinical teams, you will help create realistic healthcare scenarios that prepare students for real-world practice in hospitals, surgeries, and other clinical environments. The role is responsible for setting up and maintaining the clinical skills labs for midwifery workshops for students, ensuring equipment and environments are ready for simulation-based learning.

This role is also responsible for:

• Providing technical advice and assistance during Midwifery practical classes including demonstration of equipment, procedures and techniques as required.
• Assume the functional responsibilities of the Team Leader and/or Laboratories Manager in their absence.
• Maintain, monitor and supervise stock control for smooth operation of all programs.
• Ensure that maintenance requirements are followed in accordance with relevant policy and legislation

Please refer to the attached position description, for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities.

About You

Your previous experience in a hospital or midwifery teaching laboratory environment, will prepare you for working with new and emerging simulation technologies within a high-tech simulation lab.

Your ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with colleagues as well as various internal and external stakeholders, is evident in your collaboration with manufacturers, and industry partners, ensuring minimal disruption to the students’ learning when maintenance support is required.

In this role you will also be able to demonstrate:

• Ability to work independently, with limited supervision or as part of a team
• Use of initiative, with ability to prioritise work and problem solve to meet competing deadlines
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation, including risk management
• High level of attention to detail and organisational skills, with a willingness to work flexibly

Eligibility for registration as a registered midwife with Ahpra and possess a current practicing certificate or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education and training relevant to the position.

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 Himi Ibrahim.

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 08 Oct 2025