Technical Officer - Nursing and Health

About the job
As our Technical Officer (Nursing and Health) you will provide a high level of technical support within the dedicated laboratories to teaching staff within the Department of Health, Science and Community including the use, maintenance and calibration of specialized equipment.

In this role you will work closely with Nursing and Health management and teaching staff, to ensure that training and support is provided in a timely manner for all laboratory and clinical requirements. The position will be responsible for ensuring laboratory consumables and equipment are purchased, maintained, stored and disposed appropriately.

You will need to possess well-developed organisational, time management and problem solving skills, be extremely flexible, have the ability to use initiative, be responsive to the needs of those that the position directly supports and be able to work collaboratively with a range of staff across the Department to successfully operate in a dynamic environment while maintaining a strong focus on great customer service.

About Swinburne
Swinburne University of Technology has a long, proud history of educating and training students for over 100 years. Swinburne focuses on providing high-quality, career-oriented education with strong links to industry and the community.

About you
To be successful in the role, you will have:
• A relevant qualification in a health discipline, or significant equivalent industry experience.
• Significant knowledge and demonstrated experience in the procurement, operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, preferably in nursing and health environment.
• Well-developed word processing, spreadsheet and database skills. Familiarity with the use of propriety software for laboratory or clinical equipment and systems.
• A good uderstanding of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and experience in contributing towards the development of Safe Operating Procedures.
Desirable Simulation Experience:
• Operation and maintainence of simulation resources including computer software and hardware, virtual reality equipment and simulation mannequins.

A full list of the selection criteria is available within the position description

Benefits
• Participate in regular staff and management development programs
• Private health insurance discounts
• Weekly yoga and pilates classes
Discover more discounts when you start at Swinburne. Receive movie tickets and staff membership options at the Swinburne bookshop. There's news subscriptions and computer and software discounts on offer.

Further information and how to apply
The diverse culture within Swinburne is a source of strength. We are proud to be recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality 2018 and of key initiatives such as our Pride@Swinburne Strategic Action Plan and our Reconciliation Action Plan which are integral components of our 2025 vision to be world class university creating social and economic impact through science, technology and innovation. Swinburne has also received the Victorian “High Commendation” Multicultural Excellence Award (Business Category).
To view the position description or to start an application click on 'apply' at the bottom of this page and submit a resume, cover letter and response to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in the Position Description.

For further information about the position, please contact Bradley Wilman (Executive Manager - Nursing and Health) on 9210 1235 or via email bwilman@swin.edu.au.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au

Should you require further support for an interview due to special needs or consideration, please contact our Diversity Consultant, Dr. Walter Robles, on inclusion@swin.edu.au. For support or queries related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au.


Applications close at 5pm Friday 26th July 2019