Onsite
Full-time, Continuing position
Salary HEW 5 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
About The Position
The Technical Officer reports to the Technical Coordinator and is responsible for delivering technical support and services for learning and teaching, research, and industry activities conducted within the Process Chemistry and Environmental Engineering laboratories. The role requires experience across a broad range of chemical and environmental engineering laboratory equipment and processes, including bench and pilot-scale reactors, distillation and separation systems, fluid flow and heat transfer equipment, and water and wastewater treatment operations.
The incumbent will provide technical advice, training, and operational support to staff and students in the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment. Working under the direction of the Technical Coordinator, the role is also responsible for supporting the ongoing maintenance of laboratories and equipment, while contributing to the implementation and continuous improvement of OHS standards and practices.
To be successful in this position, you’ll have:
Proven knowledge and experience in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, including an understanding of chemical process design, reaction engineering, separation processes, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, water and wastewater treatment processes, and safety and regulatory compliance in laboratory environments.
Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining laboratory equipment including, but not limited to, reactors, distillation and separation units, filtration and membrane systems, fluid flow and heat transfer rigs, pumps and metering equipment, water and wastewater treatment systems.
Demonstrated understanding of current OH&S legislation, regulations and standards with relevant experience in managing safe and compliant operations, preferably within a Higher Education setting.
Highly organised with proven ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in agile and demanding environments, exercising high order analytical and problem-solving skills and sound decision making, and adapting to changing circumstances.
Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and a proven ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and systems consistently within the work area.
Effective communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team, and with diverse user and stakeholder groups from student to School and College leadership.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children, Medical Assessment and National Police Check.
About the College
The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.
The STEM College Office Professional staff provide exceptional and efficient support to the College.
The Learning, Teaching and Quality teams support:
• Quality Enhancement
• Learning and Teaching support
The Professional shared services Group delivers service to all four Schools across five distinct functions:
• Student Lifecycle
• Planning & Operations
• Technical Services
• Program & Governance
• WIL & Engagement
Relevant digital solutions – such as Workday – are used by the five teams to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies. The Group’s end-to-end professional support ensures a consistent approach to the operational and strategic functioning of the College and adherence to University policies
and procedures.
The STEM College Office professional staff are instrumental in providing students with a transformative and enriched learning experience, and in supporting our research and engagement administration activities. Centralised in the STEM College Office, at our City and Bundoora campuses, professional staff members have opportunities to cross-skill, engage in professional development and develop their own career paths.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact dustin.nguyen@rmit.edu.au
Job Description – Technical Officer
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