Laboratory Technician – Fluid Dynamics, Energy and Propulsion Cluster

Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Engineering & Information Technology
Department: Infrastructure
Salary: UoM 6 - $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super 

•  Specialist hands-on role in fluid dynamics, energy and propulsion labs / support impactful teaching and research / join a leading engineering and IT faculty
• Apply now to shape safe, high-performing laboratories that power innovative engineering teaching and research.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity 
In this role, you will keep cutting-edge fluid dynamics laboratories safe, organised and ready for discovery. You will work closely with academics and students, providing practical support for high-impact teaching and research. You will also build broad technical skills across diverse equipment, facilities and laboratory systems.

What you will deliver: 

• Provide day-to-day technical support for fluid dynamics, energy and propulsion teaching and research activities.
• Prepare, operate and dismantle laboratory equipment and resources for classes, demonstrations and experimental research.
• Provide practical guidance to students and staff in the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and facilities, ensuring reliability, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Support inventory, procurement and asset management, and maintain documentation, RAs, SOPs and induction materials.

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a mechanical engineering degree or trade qualification, or equivalent experience supporting technical teaching and research facilities.
• Demonstrate hands-on experience designing, fabricating and assembling test rigs, and operating and maintaining complex laboratory equipment.
• Resolve technical issues involving laboratory equipment or test facilities, applying sound judgement to maintain safe, reliable operations.
• Apply strong knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements within laboratory environments, including risk assessments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate technical and safety documentation, including equipment registers, maintenance records, SOPs and induction materials.
• Bring exposure to fluid dynamics or thermodynamics laboratories, instrumentation, data acquisition or programming tools such as MATLAB.

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 

What we offer you! 
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being 
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company 
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program 

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team 
You will join the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology’s Infrastructure Team.
This collaborative group delivers laboratory, technical and infrastructure services that enable world-class engineering and IT teaching. Within the Fluid Dynamics, Energy and Propulsion cluster, you will support innovative research on fluids, energy and propulsion. You will collaborate with leading academics, researchers and students, contributing directly to safe, effective laboratory experiences. The team values technical excellence, safety, continuous improvement and developing staff capabilities across diverse specialist facilities.

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au.Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Brett Verity at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Closing Date: Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11.55pm AEST; Melbourne time zon

Position Description
JR-014212_Laboratory Technician – Fluid Dynamics, Energy and Propulsion Cluster_PD.pdf