Calibration Laboratory Technician , Queensland Police Service

You will work in a NATA accredited laboratory in a specialist team of technical professionals in the delivery of testing and calibration services, maintenance and related support for all QPS breath-alcohol analysing instruments and speed and camera detection devices and systems. You will perform technical and administrative duties within the laboratory consistent with the key accountabilities.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Technical
Classification TO3
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/545377/24
Closing date 01-Mar-2024
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Contact person Kosta Iliakopoulos
Contact details Phone: 3553 5224
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The core capability requirements for this role are:

• Service and maintain, calibrate and repair and install electronic devices and systems, specialising in QPS breath-alcohol analysing instruments and speed and camera detection devices and systems.
• Assist in the design, development and implementation of significant technical projects and assist in replacement programs and equipment tenders.
• Provide technical evidence on related equipment on behalf of the QPS in Courts of law.
• Provide technical and specialist information and liaise with Road Policing Command and Public Safety Business Agency staff as required.
• Comply with all relevant legislation, policy, procedures, Standards, quality management and Workplace Health and Safety requirements
• Liaise with contractors and external providers to effectively meet business needs.
• Provide instruction / training to technical and non-technical personnel in the operation and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems
• Maintain databases and accurate records to assist in the management of assets and associated spare parts and supplies.
• Participate in and perform internal audits of laboratory documentation and procedures, identify any non-compliance and propose corrective action

Role Requirements:
Mandatory:

• Possession of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Electronic Engineering, Radio Communications or similar field as deemed equivalent.
• Possession of Open ‘C' Class Queensland Driver's Licence.

Technical/ Operational/ Educational experience:

• Demonstrated experience and competency in a range of technical disciplines as specified below would be considered an advantage for this position:

Highly Desirable:

• Skills, knowledge and experience of contemporary electronic principles and practices.
• Knowledge of and ability in the use of Information and Communications Technology Systems (i.e., software / firmware).
• Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance practice and experience in working within a quality assured environment.
• Understanding of Australian Standard 17025 - General Requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.

Desirable:

• Possess a trade or engineering certificate in electronics / electronic systems.
• Understanding of the principals of infra-red energy absorption and electrochemical reactions (Breath Analysis Unit).
• Understanding of the Doppler Principle (Speed Detection Unit)
• Hold a current licence to perform high risk work (WP boom elevated work platform. Can be acquired for work in the Speed Camera Unit)
• Hold a current Occupational Health & Safety Construction Induction card (White / Blue card-can be acquired-Speed Camera Unit).

Other:

• All applicants are to complete and sign the attached ‘Health and Suitability Declaration' form stating they are unaware of any medical condition or predisposing physical or mental characteristic that would preclude them from safely undertaking duties as a Technical Officer.
• Preferred applicant/s will be required to undertake a pre-placement medical examination, which includes eye testing.
• Employees will be required to attend a post-employment medical. (Note: Please refer to the attached ‘Pre-Placement Health Assessment' section for further information). The position may entail intrastate and interstate travel from time to time.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/545377/24
Closing Date: Friday, 1st March 2024
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