Technical Officer

• Full Time, Ongoing Role - Annual Salary $78,219 - $83,963 + Super
• Support Melbourne Polytechnic's Tech School by utilising your administrative and technical skills!
• Located at our innovative and technologically advanced Greensborough campus

Melbourne Polytechnic is a learning organisation that has been delivering vocational training since 1912. Learning at Melbourne Polytechnic is a unique experience with an applied focus. delivered by teachers with real-world experience and expertise.

At Melbourne Polytechnic we are committed to providing high quality, innovative, applied and future focused, purposeful education and training to students, industry and communities. Our teachers are passionate and established in their professions and look guide students in theirs. We know that circumstances can create barriers to learning, so we offer our students personalised pathways, flexible study options and learning support.

The Technical Officer role supports the development and delivery of future-focused STEAM and Project-Based Learning at the Tech School, through the integration of technology.

The primary function of this role is to provide technical support, service and maintain equipment, manage stock control and inventory, and provide advice on the implementation of technologies within learning programs, including the development of learning resources. Particular emphasis for this role is on providing expertise that supports students to create prototypes in areas such as soft material prototyping, electronics assembly, computer-aided design for 3D printing, digital design, CNC milling and laser cutting/engraving, and VR/AR.

• Set up and pack down technologies for programs and events for the Tech School.
• Lead compliance and operational procedures of the Tech School's facilities and equipment.
• Coordinate the servicing and repair of equipment.
• Provide technical support in the promotion of regular activities, events and exhibitions.
• Undertake administrative duties as required to support the efficient operation of the Tech School.
• Create, maintain and process documentation, records and data.
• Maintain equipment and workstations to ensure the efficient and safe operations.
• Liaise with the Learning Technologist and Administrative Assistant to order supplies and equipment, and maintain stock control of such items.
• Support the scoping and implementation of innovative technologies and STEM-based resources to be used by the partner schools.
• Identify potential situations that may put learners at risk, ensuring consistency with WHS, the Child Safe Standards, and respond in accordance with policies and agreed practices.

For a full list of key responsibilities and duties, please view the position description.

• Relevant qualifications - at a minimum, a Certificate level in Design Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Computer Technology or related discipline, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Strong interest in innovative STEM industry practices, and experience working in STEM related areas such as Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Design, Design Technology or STEM Education.
• Demonstrated experience in providing technical support (including CAD, 3D printing, laser cutting and CNC) within the education or industry sectors.
• Demonstrated ICT skills a cross various systems and software such as PC, Android, Windows, Microsoft, Google and specialised CAD software packages.
• Strong understanding of Work, Health and Safety issues in relation to machinery, hand tools, electronics, materials, equipment and practices.
• Experience working in teams, systems and processes undertaking rapid change, growth and development.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including clear communication and the ability to maintain quality customer relations and service standards.
• Current Working With Children Check (Employee) and National Police Check.
• Diploma, Bachelor or Post-Graduate level qualifications in STEM field (desirable).
• Current First Aid qualifications (desirable).

Please submit the following documents for your application to be considered

• Current CV
• Cover Letter (Please ensure that you address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description)

For further information on the role, please contact the hiring manager via email: ***************@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au or via phone: (03) 9269 1***.

If you email us, please make sure you put the job title and job number in the subject line.

Please note, applications received via email will not be considered - you must apply via the website.

Candidates must hold a valid Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC). A lodgement receipt is not a valid alternative; the approval email with the lodgement of a WWCC card number can be accepted.

We will be shortlisting immediately. Don’t delay, apply today!

Please be aware for us to engage with you, we require internal pre-approval and you must be on the State Purchasing Contract (for Victorian government common use goods and services). We will engage with you and your agency once we have the approvals.

Melbourne Polytechnic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation, by ensuring that children and young people are protected from abuse or harm.

We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. This means we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, people who are LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job, with age being no barrier.