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• Design, programme and manufacture parts with precision fits and tolerances
• Assemble, install and adjust experimental apparatus and associated instrumentation
• Full time ,1 year Fixed-Term opportunity based in Launceston

About the opportunity

The Senior Technical Officer – Cavitation Research Laboratory will support an extensive research program at the Australian Maritime College’s (AMC) world-leading hydrodynamics laboratory which is a crucial sovereign capability in maritime engineering. The position will support the Cavitation Research Laboratory (CRL) team at the Centre for Maritime Engineering & Hydrodynamics (CMEH) in completing its research and learning objectives. The position is funded by Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) Maritime Division and is based at the CRL located at the AMC campus in Newnham.

The CRL conducts basic and applied research on complex flow phenomena for Australian and other government agencies internationally. This position is an opportunity to work within an internationally leading research group developing new experimental instrumentation in collaboration with researchers from the University and government. The position will operate with a substantial degree of initiative & autonomy with guidance from line manager and CRL team to undertake a broad range of technical activities, with a focus on programing and manufacturing parts with precision fits and tolerances.

What you’ll do:

• Assess, analyse, repair, replace deficiencies to make improvements to complex equipment.
• Develop new equipment and their accessories to required specifications in a timely manner enabling successful completion of research programs.
• Operate within and maintain established safe systems & procedures.
• Autonomously monitor operation & maintenance of the facility and auxiliary systems.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What we’re looking for:

• Relevant trade or professional qualification with relevant technical experience (>5 years)
• Demonstrate experience in computer numerically controlled subtractive programming, simulation and operation and other manufacturing methods.
• Ability to physically assemble complex precision equipment.
• Experience in diagnostics, fault finding and problem solving.
• Ability to work within a technical team to deliver against agreed targets and objectives.
• Experience in the operation & maintenance of fluid systems.
• Ability to eliminate or minimise risk.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $ 116,872 comprising base salary within the range of $ 92,120 to $ 99,891plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• 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 Robert Wrigley, Senior Technical Officer Team Leader,  r.wrigley@utas.edu.au or 03 6324 9587.
• 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 - 501247-Senior Technical Officer - Cavitation Research Laboratory.pdf

Applications close Tuesday, 22 July 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.