Technical Support Officer, Nursing and Midwifery

Part-time

Job Description

• Part-time 0.5 FTE, Ongoing position at HEW Level 5.
• Hawkesbury campus with rostered start and finish times.
• Salary: $84,096 – $95,103 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading (pro-rata).

Support hands-on simulation teaching that helps shape the next generation of nurses and midwives.

The Opportunity

Western Sydney University’s Teaching and Research Technical Services (TRTS) team is seeking a Technical Support Officer to support clinical teaching activities within the School of Nursing and Midwifery. Working as part of the technical team, you will ensure our simulation laboratories, clinical practice rooms and midwifery spaces are prepared, safe and fully functional for undergraduate teaching.

In this role, you will provide technical and operational support for simulation sessions, including preparing teaching spaces, configuring equipment, and managing consumables. You will be responsible for maintaining facility standards, ensuring equipment readiness for scenario-based learning, and verifying that all setups meet accreditation and safety requirements.

This position also contributes to the maintenance and operation of simulation manikins, software and specialised equipment used for clinical skills development. You will participate in continuous improvement initiatives, maintain inventories and assets, ensure compliance with safety regulations and provide input into technical processes and procedures. This is an opportunity to apply your clinical and technical knowledge in a dynamic teaching environment where no two days are the same.

What Success Looks Like:

• Practical teaching spaces are consistently prepared, safe and equipped to support clinical and simulation-based learning.
• Simulation software, manikins and other specialised equipment are operational, maintained and troubleshot effectively.
• Teaching facilities meet accreditation and safety requirements, with appropriate documentation and corrective actions completed.
• Staff and students receive clear technical guidance and support during practical and simulation sessions.
• Assets, materials and inventories are up to date, well organised and compliant with University policies.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Nursing and Midwifery, or equivalent clinical experience and training.
• Experience working in clinical practice, patient care or a related health services environment.
• Experience preparing and supporting practical teaching environments, ideally including simulation laboratories.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain and troubleshoot clinical simulation equipment and related technologies.

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state.
• Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Greg Fathers, c via greg.fathers@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF736B.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 15 March 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered.

Belonging at Western

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact hr.recruitment@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western

This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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