(HEO6) $81,254 to $87,770 per annum plus an employer contribution of up to 17% superannuation may apply

The University of Adelaide Enterprise Agreement 2017-2021 will apply to a successful candidate’s employment at the University.  The University recently temporarily varied its Enterprise Agreement.  Please be advised that the salary range, along with other conditions associated with this position, may change in accordance with the variation to the Enterprise Agreement.

Fixed-term position available until end of December 2021

A unique opportunity to contribute in the development of our engineers of the future

In support of the Team Leader, you will monitor and assist in the daily workflow management and schedule to deliver quality project outcomes for our students and researchers. Your role as the Senior Technician in the Technical Services Team & Infrastructure Team (TSI Team) is to provide advice in trade-based design and manufacture, assist in the design and manufacture of the students Final Year Projects and contribute to research goals and objectives in the same capacity and the assistance of training and advice to fellow technicians as required.

Your skills will be ideally broadly based with an understanding of manufacturing and fabrication techniques within an industry workshop environment. Experience with CNC Mills, lathes and associated software programs, 3D Printing abilities and composite materials will be looked on favourably. 

To be successful you will need:

• Proven track record in effective leadership in a complex workshop environment
• Ability to work with general supervision, think creatively and laterally and exercise initiative as appropriate to achieve standards of excellence.
• Demonstrated knowledge of technical services and customer service attitude within a fabrication workshop.
• Demonstrated experience and training capabilities in engineering trade based design, manufacturing and maintenance.
• Demonstrated high level of computer literacy, knowledge and hands-on experience in the use of CNC Milling and turning machines and associated software for design and manufacturing, 3D printing and composites knowledge.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our core values are integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills of our staff.

Learn more at: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/hr/ua/media/5268/staff-values-and-behaviour-framework_0.pdf

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences is a thriving centre of learning, teaching and research in a vast range of engineering disciplines, computer science - including machine learning, high-level mathematics and architecture, planning and landscape architecture. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers.

Learn more at: ecms.adelaide.edu.au

If you want to change tomorrow, act today

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to our online application form. Please ensure you address and upload your responses to all of the selection criteria. Applications close 11:55pm, 2 March 2021.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Scott Letton
Team Leader, Prototyping and Manufacturing, ECMS
E. scott.letton@adelaide.edu.au

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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.

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