Technical Officer (Civil Engineering)

at  University of Southern Queensland

• Full-time continuing appointment
• Remuneration range $88,559 to $100,438 pa
• Springfield campus
  Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our commitment to creating and sharing knowledge, transforming lives and solving the problems that matter to our world.

WHO YOU ARE

Are you a passionate individual with a background in Civil Engineering looking to make a meaningful impact within an academic environment? We are seeking a dedicated Technical Officer to join our dynamic team at UniSQ. As the ideal candidate, you possess a strong foundation in Civil Engineering principles and have a genuine interest in supporting practical learning experiences for students. Your proactive approach, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence align perfectly with the responsibilities of this role.

Reporting to the Senior Coordinating Technical Officer, you will apply your experience in civil and geological technologies to provide:

• Professional technical support for the conduct of practical classes, including set-up, maintenance and provision of teaching and learning spaces;
• Demonstrations on the efficient use of equipment and materials, techniques and procedures of specialist equipment, software and online services to staff and students; and
• Analysis of technical information and data, whilst participating in the development of existing and new practical experiments, and supporting academic research activities as directed

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Reporting to the Senior Coordinating Technical Officer, you will apply your experience in civil and geological technologies to provide:

• Professional technical support for the conduct of practical classes, including set-up, maintenance and provision of teaching and learning spaces;
• Demonstrations on the efficient use of equipment and materials, techniques and procedures of specialist equipment, software and online services to staff and students; and
• Analysis of technical information and data, whilst participating in the development of existing and new practical experiments, and supporting academic research activities as directed.

IF YOU KNOW THAT THIS ROLE IS RIGHT FOR YOU, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CURRENT RESUME TOGETHER WITH A TWO-PAGE (MAXIMUM) STATEMENT, OUTLINING YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE RELATIVE TO ‘WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR’ IN THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey available on our website.

Key to your success in this role will be your experience in a civil engineering environment, as well as your demonstrated technical experience in relevant laboratory techniques, equipment and procedures. You will be an enthusiastic and motivated individual who thrives on working with a positive team of professionals. Additionally, you will have:

• a Diploma or Degree level qualification in civil engineering related discipline with subsequent relevant work experience (or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training);
• demonstrated experience and knowledge of relevant laboratory equipment including, but not limited to, civil, structural and material testing equipment, soil and geo-mechanic testing, and hydraulic laboratory equipment;
• demonstrated ability to interpret, promote, apply and maintain apply workplace health and safety principles, standards and practices; and an ability to contribute to the continuous service delivery improvement through the ongoing implementation and review of processes