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Technical Officer

• Provide technical related support to undergraduate practical teaching under supervision
• Provide technical support to laboratory and field-based practicals and support the day-to-day operations
• 0.6 FTE, Ongoing role based in Hobart

About the opportunity

The Technical Officer will provide technical related support to undergraduate practical teaching (including Horticulture, Microbiology, Animal Science, Soil Science and Agronomy) under supervision from the Laboratory Manager. The incumbent will provide technical support to laboratory and field-based practicals and support the day-to-day operations of the Institute, particularly those pertaining to laboratory maintenance and operation. The incumbent will broadly promote a WHS-compliant, continuous improvement culture and by supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll do:

• Contribute to the undergraduate teaching program to assist with the delivery of practical teaching under direction
• Order equipment, consumables, and reagents to support the undergraduate teaching program as directed.
• Assist with the development and update of risk assessments and safe work procedures (SWPs) for equipment/tasks.
• Assist with scheduled maintenance programs such as cool rooms and –80C freezers.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What we’re looking for:

• Laboratory skills and previous experience in the production of Agricultural Science practical classes.
• Ability to follow direction and work with supervision in a laboratory environment.
• Proven organizational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines, ability to work independently with limited supervision at times whilst participating effectively in a team environment.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with staff and students from diverse cultures and backgrounds to achieve the required outcomes.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 4 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $88,479 comprising base salary within the range of $71,387 to $75,623 pro rata plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
• In submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Angela Trails, Laboratory Manager, a.richardson@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 1770.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 500997 -Technical Officer.pdf

Applications close Tuesday, 13 May 2025, 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.